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Hurricane Season 2022 is Here! Are you Prepared?
6/1/2022 (Permalink)
Storm Damages? Call SERVPRO of North Pensacola: 850-466-3076
It’s here. The time of year that many Floridians dread: Hurricane Season. Running from June 1st to November 30th, the Atlantic hurricane season ushers in a variety of tropical systems, ranging from low grade depressions up to major storms. Residents and business owners in Northwest Florida know all too well the damage and devastation that these systems can cause, and how important it is to be PREPARED during this time of year. So, what steps should you take in preparing yourself, your home or business, and your loved ones?
- Have an emergency supply kit for each member of the family. Essentials for your kit will include a minimum of 3-day supply of nonperishable food and clean drinking water, flashlights, batteries, and a battery or crank powered radio. Depending on the specific needs of your family, you may also need to include medications, children’s goods, games and activities, and pet supplies.
- Have an evacuation plan in place. Always follow the guidance of local officials as it pertains to evacuation zones to keep yourself safe. All members of your family should be aware of the evacuation plan and where you will all meet. You may also need to consider researching lodging that is pet friendly if you have pets to evacuate with you.
- Take steps to protect your property. This may include cleaning out rain gutters, removing debris from your yard, storing patio furniture and other loose outdoor items, and installing storm shutters on your windows. Especially in high wind situations, reducing the amount of material that can become airborne is essential to helping protect your property.
- Stay Weather Aware! Storms can grow and/or change direction very rapidly: it is important to have a way to receive weather alerts even with power out and stay cognizant of where the storm is headed. Rain and winds can extend a great distance from the center of the storm, so be prepared even if you are not directly in the path.
Once the storm has passed, SERVPRO of North Pensacola is equipped and prepared to help in the unfortunate event that your property did receive damage. Serving the communities of Ferry Pass, Cottage Hill, and surrounding areas, SERVPRO of North Pensacola is “Faster to any size disaster.” Call us, 850-466-3076!