Surviving During a Storm

6/2/2020 (Permalink)

If you are told to evacuate, do so immediately. Do not drive around barricades or into flooded water areas

If trapped in a building by flooding, go to the highest level of the building. Do not climb into a closed attic. You could become trapped by flood water

Have backup power and batteries for radios and cell phone usage

Listen for current emergency information and instructions

Stay off of bridges over fast-moving water

After the storm, be careful during clean-up. Wear protective clothing and work with someone

Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water

Avoid wading in flood water, which can contain dangerous debris 

Save phone calls for emergencies. Phone systems are often down or busy after a disaster. Use text messages or social media to communicate with family and friends. 

Document any property damage with photographs. If you are discarding high ticketed items, make sure you have serial numbers, make, models and pictures if insurance will be involved