Preparing for Inclement Weather

3/19/2021 (Permalink)

Preparing for Inclement Weather - Storm Damage, Flooding and Water Damage

You can’t stop storms from occurring but you can have a plan when inclement weather strikes.   As springtime ushers in warmer weather and the budding of flowers, it is also a time for storms.  Severe weather can come in the form of thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes and flooding.  Each of these events can pose a serious threat to human life and property.   An action plan entails:

• Having a safe place to go in event of a tornado, such as a basement, interior closet, or if caught outside in a low lying ditch. Never stay in a mobile home.  Stay away from windows.
• Fully charge your cell phone prior to the storm event
• Have a back-up power source to charge your phone
• Have a severe weather alert on your cell phone to provides up to the minute storm news
• Have flashlights and batteries
• Have an adequate supply of bottled water and nonperishable food.
• Have a portable radio and a fully charged cell phone.
• Pull out cash from the bank prior to the event to be able to make purchases if necessary.
• Fill your car with gas prior to the event.
• Have provisions for pets

Most importantly stay safe.