Storm Preparation

9/1/2021 (Permalink)

1. Stay informed. Being prepared means first and foremost to know what kind of weather is on the way. Listen to your local weather or use a weather app. Keep your phone charge and on, as that will allow you to receive local weather alerts. 

2. Don't leave vehicles and other expensive items outdoors. Cars, motorcycles, outdoor furniture and even children's toys can easily get damaged due to high winds. 

3. Prepare your year yard. Trees, plants and shrubs take a beating during storms. 

4. Install storm shutters. During high winds, your windows are vulnerable to branches and other debris blowing around them. 

5. Clean out your gutters and storm drains. Storms can bring a lot of precipitation. Your gutters are intended to lead that water safely away from your home so it doesn't collect and cause water damage. 

6. Check your generator. If you rely on a generator during power outages, then you need to make sure it's in good working order before the storm starts. 

7. Create an emergency kit. Your emergency kit should include at the minimum items such as bottled water, a flashlight, a first aid kit, non-perishable food, blankets, and warm clothing, phone charges, radio and batteries.