Hurricane Season, Be Prepared

8/21/2015 (Permalink)

Hurricanes give you warning, but you still have to be READY!

No matter where you live, it is important to be informed and prepared for any natural disaster that may occur. Natural disasters often strike without warning, leaving behind a trail of destruction and devastation. Though Mother Nature's disasters are often unpredictable, there are steps you can take to ensure you are prepared. 
       Contact your local SERVPRO® Franchise
Professionals to establish an Emergency READY Profile™ (ERP) for your property. SERVPRO's ERP serves as a quick reference document, detailing important building and contact information for your property in the event of an emergency. The ERP is an ideal supplement to any existing preparedness plan, or may be used as a standalone document. Knowing what to do and who to call in advance is the key to timely mitigation, and can minimize the effects of any weather-related disaster, water or fire damage to your business. 
         When disaster strikes, make sure you have
experienced professionals on the line. No matter how big or small, your local SERVPRO® Franchise Professionals will be ready to help make your property damage "Like it never even happened." ? Independently Owned and Operated SERVPRO.com

Hurricane Information 
Peak Time of Year
June-November (Atlantic)
May-November (Pacifi c)
Force
From 74-155+ miles per hour
Best Resource for Safety Information
For more info, please see
www.ready.gov/hurricanes.
Cost of Damage
Hurricane Sandy caused nearly
$62 billion in damage in the
United States. Sandy is the
nation's most expensive storm
since Hurricane Katrina,
which caused $128 billion in
damage.*
 

Flood Information
Peak Time of Year
Year-round threat in the U.S.,
though fl oods are most likely
in the spring.
Cost of Damage
According to FloodSmart.gov,
total fl ood insurance claims
averaged nearly $4 billion per
year from 2003-2012.
Best Resource for Safety Information
FloodSmart.gov has extremely
helpful preparedness tips
and information including
flood maps and how to obtain
flood insurance. Log on to
www.floodsmart.gov for more
information.