What to Do During and After a Storm

8/9/2021 (Permalink)

What to Do During and After a Storm

When a storm damages your home or property, it’s important to understand that every damage requires a specific solution. However, the process to address this issue, such as cleanup and restoration, remains the same.

Heavy rains, tornadoes, severe weather, or just a waterflood at home can be very stressful to measure, and even more stressful to overcome. But it’s a serious issue that needs an emergency plan of action at home or office.

According to the National Weather Service, there are some aspects to do during and after a storm.

During a storm, if you are in a warning area:

• Keep closely monitor radio, TV, and NOAA Weather.
• Complete preparation activities, such as putting up storm shutters, storing loose objects, etc.
• Leave immediately if told to do so.
• If you are evacuating, leave early, if possible, in daylight.
• Inform family members and neighbors outside of the warned area of your evacuation plans.
• Put food and water out for a pet if you cannot take it with you.

 During a storm, if you are in staying at home:

• Only stay in a home if you have NOT been ordered to leave.
• Stay inside a well-constructed building. In structures, such as a home, examine the building and plan in advance what you will do if winds become strong. Strong winds can produce deadly missiles and structural failure.
• Turn refrigerator to maximum cold and open only when necessary.
• Turn off utilities if told to do so by authorities.
• Turn off propane tanks.
• Unplug small appliances.
• Fill the bathtub and large containers with water for sanitary purposes.

 If winds become strong during the storm:

• Even if the windows and doors are covered, stay away from them.
• Plan to evacuate if you live in a mobile home.
• Take refuge in a small room, closet or hallway.
• If you live in a two-story house, go to an interior first-floor room, such as a bathroom or closet.
• If you are in a multiple-story building and away from the water, go to the first or second floors and take refuge in the halls or other interior rooms away from windows.

 After the storm:

• Wait until an area is declared safe before entering.
• Keep listening to radio, TV, and NOAA Weather.
• Don’t drive into flooded areas and avoid weakened bridges.
• Check gas, water, and electrical lines and appliances for damage.
• Avoid areas with electrical damage, standing water may be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines.
• Use a flashlight to inspect for damage.

Contact Us

Phone: (772) 334-8762