Spring, We Welcome You!

3/15/2021 (Permalink)

Spring, We Welcome You!

We may not be able to predict the weather with 100% accuracy, but fortunately, forecasters have the technology and the tools available to at least give us fair warning of an impending severe weather event. Advanced warnings, along with the right preparation, can greatly improve overall safety for your family.

Here are some tips you can use to help prepare your home for severe weather:

1. Clear out your home’s gutters, drains and downspouts.
2. Trim trees of precarious limbs or branches that could break off in a storm.
3. Secure or store outdoor belongs if severe weather is in the forecast.

Also, having an emergency kit on hand is always advised. These kits should include the following:

• Battery-operated flashlight and NOAA weather radio, with extra batteries for both
• Emergency evacuation or shelter plans
• Important personal info, like telephone numbers of neighbors, family and friends, insurance and property info, numbers for the utility companies, and medical info
• A first -aid kit with things like non-latex gloves, adhesive bandages, tweezers, sterile gauze pads, aspirin packets, adhesive cloth tape and scissors
• 3–5 day supply of bottled water and nonperishable food
• Personal hygiene items
• Blankets or sleeping bag

Despite its unpredictability, there is one thing that always remains true of the spring weather season: It always happens. If your home or business is damaged in a storm, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington to get the cleanup and restoration process started fast.