Hurricanes can destroy everything that you have spent so many years to create. However, if you take some safety precautions and make a list of all things you need to do to escape a hurricane, you can manage to salvage things that can help you set up for life anew, just in case you lose your home. Read more about hurricane safety facts below.
Being prepared is extremely important and do not wait until a warning is issued to get ready. In fact be sure that you have everything that you need to evacuate much before the hurricane season is on the horizon.
7 Things you must do to protect yourself from Hurricanes
As part of the hurricane safety facts, Keeping as protected and comfortable as possible during this unforeseeable time is of the utmost importance. This entails being prepared, prepared, and prepared. This includes but is not limited to:
- Evacuate (knowing your evacuation zone)
Plan to relocate if you are in an evacuation zone or if you live in a mobile home.
The best way to escape from being damaged by hurricanes is by not being there. When the authorities issue a warning for a hurricane, make sure that you have your evacuation process mapped out and have contacted relatives in areas that are safe, so that you can move with bag ad baggage and move in with them until the situation in your home town has come back to normal.
You may lose your home, or the damage may escape it, you can never be too sure. So just make sure you have packed all that you need to relocate and start a fresh. Make sure your car is serviced and your tank is full of gas.
- Insurance
Ensure there is adequate insurance for all vehicles, personal property and real estate. If you rent or lease an apartment, make sure you have renter’s insurance.
- Identify your risk of flood damage
If your home is at risk of flooding, call your insurance company to review their flood policies. Many insurance companies require extra coverage for this.
- Prepare hurricane ready kits ( Hurricane safety facts)
Prepare yourself to be without food and water for minimum of 3 days or longer. A few things you will need are; canned and non-perishable foods, 1 gallon of water per day per person for 3-7days; cooking tools, camp stove and fuel, lantern, candles, lighters, and matches; flashlights and batteries, cell phone, cooler with ice, baby necessities and special items, elderly items, toiletries, tape, valuable documents, Id and records; games for children, blankets, towels, clothing and a first aid kit, keys, garbage bags, pet items, a fire extinguisher, chain saw, gas and oil, plywood, nails, rope and small tools. Please be aware this is a general list.
- Practice
When the hurricanes strike you do not want to waste time and you want to leave as soon as possible. Make sure that you and all the other members of your family have practiced how to get out of a sticky situation by performing drills of evacuation a few times.
- Electricity and Gas
It is going to be difficult to figure out how to turn off the gas and electricity supply when you are getting ready to evacuate your home. Therefore, make sure you have checked with companies in advance and are well aware of how you should turn the power off when you are getting out of the house.
7. Keep in Touch (Create a family household disaster plan)
In case the family gets separated, have an out-of-town relative you can call or a place to go to where each person can get shelter and safety. It is also smart to have a backup plan in case plan A goes wrong.
Your family and Friends may be worried and therefore you have to make an effort to stay in touch with them constantly. Make sure your kids have all numbers of people they can contact in case you are out of reach. Let others know of your whereabouts and plans.
By keeping a few hurricane safety facts and tips in mind, you can be prepared to get out safe and sound from the threat of an impending hurricane. Be alert and watch the news for any updates and make every effort you can to stay safe and keep your children away from harm’s way. It may also help to know what hurricane category is common in your region.
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