Be Prepared for the Hurricane Season

May 2, 2021
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If you live in South Florida you and your family are exposed to Hurricanes year by year. Hurricane Season starts June 1^st each year and goes until November 30^th. Even we already have excellent forecast methods to anticipate the storms and the path they will have thru the Atlantic Ocean it is important to be prepare with time, remember even if the hurricane do not landfall you can be at risk.

These are some recommendations before the season starts

PREPARATION BEFORE THE SEASON

Make a list of everything you will need at home for a hurricane
Investigate the Season Forecast to be prepared and informed. Pay attention to local weather reports
Know where to go, Investigate all evacuation routes.
Investigate shelters near you, take into consideration that if you have pets you will need a shelter that allow them
Make sure your home meets building codes for withstanding hurricanes, and they have storm shutters or Impact Glass windows and doors.
Make maintenance to your Impact Glass windows and doors.
Repair your Impact Glass windows and doors if need it, if they are not working properly
Buy a First Aid Kit
Have the proper tools, supplies, batteries and flashlights
Make a family emergency communication plan.
before hurricane season trim or remove damaged trees and limbs to keep you and your property safe.
Purchase a portable generator or install a generator for use during power outages. (NEVER try to power the house wiring by plugging a generator into a wall outlet.)

These are some recommendations to be prepared before the storm, during the storm and after the storm. Don’t wait until last time to be prepare.

PREPARATION BEFORE THE HURRICANE

Buy no perishable food and plenty of water for several days for you and your family
Pay attention to local weather reports and evacuation alerts
Make sure you have plenty of fuel
Have a secure room available
If your house is not prepared for a hurricane or is not safe enough go to a shelter or to a family or friend home that is secured.
Protect windows and doors
Secure outside objects
Talk with your family about the plan you have for the hurricane and evacuation Stay in Secure Room.
Close storm shutters, and stay away from windows.
Buy a gas stove for cooking, remember power could be out
Take cash and copies of your critical information if you need to evacuate
But all the medications you need
Turn your refrigerator or freezer to the coldest setting and open only when necessary.
Charge your cell phone so you will have a full battery in case you lose power.
Keep your car in good working condition, and keep the gas tank full; stock your vehicle with emergency supplies and a change of clothes.

DURING THE STORM

Remain indoors
Stay away of windows and doors or go to your safety room
Pay attention to weather news and bulletins
Do not use the phone or candles
Have supplies on hand.
Control water and food consumption, be sure you don’t eat and drink everything in a short period, be prepare for the damages after the hurricane.
let friends and family know where you are.

AFTER THE STORM

Pay attention to local weather reports and be sure the storm has completely passed before going out
Be patient
Report downed power lines, and stay away from them.
Report health issues and house damages
Check-in with family and friends by texting or using social media.
Avoid flood water as it may be electrically charged from underground
Photograph the damage to your property to assist in filing an insurance claim.

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