Prepare Your Household for Safety Before Severe Weather Is Forecasted | SERVPRO® of The Mountains

6/11/2020 (Permalink)

If your home has been impacted by storm damage, SERVPRO of The Mountains will respond quickly to assist in any repairs.

Thunderstorms and other severe weather events are frightening, and they can cause serious devastation to the areas in their path. While many pass through without incident during warmer months, every storm has the capability of causing severe damage and everyone should stay alert and make household preparations for safety in advance of severe weather.

Taking measures such as staying tuned to weather notices, having a well-stocked safe area in the home and obtaining a weather radio for alerts will help you be certain that you are doing all you can to protect your household in case a severe thunderstorm comes through the area.

Stay Tuned to Weather Notices

Weather notices provide a concise and clear way for local weather professionals to alert the public to changing conditions, but it is important to tune in and know what the alerts mean. Severe weather watches refer to the possibility of a severe weather scenario—conditions could develop into a storm, so stay tuned in to be aware as things change. For severe weather warnings, this means a storm has been found to be active in the area, and everyone nearby should seek shelter right away.

Have a Well-Stocked Safe Area in the Home

There are so many situations where you may need an emergency kit, but severe weather is typically the most common prompt for people to finally assemble one. Be sure to include everything you need to stay comfortable during a power outage, including light sources, batteries, first-aid supplies, food and water. You should keep this kit in your home’s designated “safe area”—generally a bathroom or closet that is the most protected from outside elements.

Obtain a Weather Radio for Alerts

While most of us depend on our phones to provide us with updates regarding everything, including the weather, when it comes to thunderstorms, they are not the most reliable. Obtaining a weather radio is a smart move toward storm safety—as it does not depend on cell reception or electricity, you can be certain that you can receive updates independently of the outside conditions so you will always be informed.

If your home has been impacted by storm damage, we are here for you. You can contact us ²⁴⁄₇ to get a quick response to your home’s damages.