HURRICANE SAFETY

it’s extremely important to be prepared for the elements. Now that we’re in the middle of a pandemic, it’s even more vital to be ready for severe weather. Below are a few tips to keep you and your family safe during hurricane.

Before the storm…

• Create an emergency plan, and review the plan with your family.
• Photograph the interior and exterior of your home for insurance purposes.
• Buy a backup power generator, or make arrangements to relocate if a storm warning is issued.
• Hire a professional to trim vegetation growing on or near any overhead power lines.

Preparing for an approaching storm…

• Turn off and unplug unnecessary appliances.
• Turn off swimming pool pumps and filters.
• Crank your fridge and freezer down to their coldest settings, in case the power goes out.
• Unplug your TV before lowering a TV antenna or satellite dish.
• Have important documents and items on hand, such as insurance policies, health insurance cards, birth certificates, social security cards, important phone numbers, prescription medications, etc.
• Have enough food to last you 14 days. Stock up on non-perishables, batteries, medications, baby supplies, and pet food.
• Make sure you have a battery-operated radio.
• Take stock of your emergency equipment. Do you have flashlights, candles, extension cords, cell phone chargers, and emergency generators?
• Charge your cell phone and laptop computer, and keep portable chargers on hand. 
• Install plywood over your windows.
• Store patio furniture inside your shed or your home, fasten doors and windows, and move valuables away from windows.