Tropical Storm / Hurricane Checklist

7/12/2019 (Permalink)

Know what you need to do before you need to do it!

Tropical Storms and or Hurricanes give us a decent amount of time to prepare but it is best to have a plan in place before a storm even develops.

Prepare NOW, here is a list of actions to take now, straight from the ready.gov website:

• Know your area’s risk of hurricanes.
• Sign up for your community’s warning system. 
• If you are at risk for flash flooding, watch for warning signs such as heavy rain.
• Based on your location and community plans, make your own plans for evacuation or sheltering in place.
• Become familiar with your evacuation zone, the evacuation route, and shelter locations.
• Gather needed supplies for at least three days. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Don’t forget the needs of pets.
• Keep important documents in a safe place or create password-protected digital copies.
• Protect your property. 

If you do suffer damage from a tropical storm or hurricane this season, call the experts at SERVPRO to help you put your life back together!