Hurricane season is quickly
approaching and when it comes to being prepared, you can never overdo it.
Please take a moment to get some essential tips to ensure that you are fully
prepared this hurricane season. Visit our resources page for more
information.
Make
a plan
Even if there is no
threat of a hurricane or severe weather at the moment, it is always necessary
to have an emergency plan for you and your family.
- Plan your evacuation route well
ahead of time
- Buy emergency supplies and keep
on hand
- Take an inventory of your
personal property
- Review your insurance policies
- Take steps to protect your
home/business
Prepare
your family
It is crucial that your
family understands your emergency plan and continues to stay updated on the
storm. Understanding the difference between a hurricane “watch” and a hurricane
“warning” is very important.
- A “hurricane watch” means
hurricane conditions are possible in a specified area, but there’s a
chance they may not occur.
- A “hurricane warning” is issued
36 hours before tropical storm–force winds are expected.
Prepare
an emergency food and water supply
Hurricanes can easily
disrupt your food and water supply. Make sure you have at least 3-5 days worth
of non-perishable foods that require little to no cooking or
refrigeration.
Have
emergency cash available
Whenever severe weather
hits, you can almost guarantee that the power will go out. In this case, you
will not be able to withdraw money from the ATM. It is recommended that you
have at least $300-$500 in various increments.
Make
sure you have flood insurance
Flood insurance is not
covered on a standard homeowners insurance policy but is advisable for all
homeowners. Typically, a separate flood policy needs to be purchased. Please
note, there is a waiting period after purchasing flood insurance that can be
anywhere from 1 to 30 days.
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