Staying Cool, Calm and Collected Once a Hurricane’s Approaching

Hurricane season is in full force and, here at PGI, we want to do what we can to help you prepare accordingly if a storm hits. So far, we’ve covered what to do at the start of hurricane season, as well as laid out some essentials for your hurricane preparedness kit—all good things to know before the there’s a threat of a storm.

In the event that a hurricane hits this season, it is imperative that you prepare in advance to keep both you and your family safe and your home intact. Over the next few weeks, we will outline what to do at the start of hurricane season, once a storm watch has been issued, during the storm and after the storm.

So, what steps should you take once a hurricane is headed toward Florida? First of all, don’t panic! Securing your home and personal belongings should be your top priority. You may only have a day or two to prepare once a watch or warning has been issued, so use your time wisely to ensure you cover any potential issues that can arise during the storm—you’ll thank yourself later!

Here are some quick, simple tips on what to do once a hurricane watch or warning has been issued:

• Be sure your hurricane preparedness kit is stocked and easily accessible.
• Bring in or store anything that has the potential to fly away during a storm: patio furniture, trashcans, grill, toys, lawn accessories, etc.
• Board or shutter all windows. Keep in mind that tape does not prevent windows from breaking.
• Reinforce garage doors. You could experience significant wind damage in your home if the doors are not properly sealed.
• Clear loose and clogged rain gutters, spouts, etc.
• Trim trees and all other shrubbery.
• Turn off propane tanks.
• Install straps or additional clips to your roof to secure your home’s frame structure.
• Make sure you do not have any shingles lose on your roof.
• Determine how and where to secure your vehicle.

Next week: what to do during the storm.

Source: http://powergenerationinc.com/staying-cool-calm-and-collected-once-a-hurricanes-approaching/

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