A storm is coming. What to do?
Natural disasters and extreme weather events bang our homes and community infrastructure so critical to our way of life. And they're going to continue to happen so being prepared by following a few simple steps can make a huge difference between being inconvenienced, or being overwhelmed. In this blog we will break down our suggestions with a timeline: before, during and after.
So before anything else, make sure you have a...
GO BAG
Preparation for the unexpected begins with an escape plan. For natural disasters, part of that plan is a Survival Kit; a group of portable items packed and ready. It should contain the following:
PRIOR TO THE STORM
Inside your home, check that doors and windows are closed and locked. Outside your home be sure to bring in garbage cans, bicycles, furniture and grills.
Stay tuned in to the news/weather stations so you are aware of updates, changes to evacuation plans, and any State of Emergency situations affecting your town.
DURING THE STORM
AFTER THE STORM
MITIGATION
By taking these precautions, you reduce your risk of injury and damage. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
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