Are You Prepared for Severe Weather?

The past few years have been full of adverse weather conditions. There have been floods, blizzards, earthquakes, tornados, and hurricanes. All of these have taken people by surprise, and their lives have suffered. There are some ways you can start preparing for adverse weather.

The most important thing is to be prepared. Make sure you watch the news, the weather, and local social media sites. This will ensure that you know what is coming. If you are aware in advance, you can become prepared in advance.

So how do you prepare for something you aren’t sure will come? You assume it will come. It is better to be safe than sorry. If a possible flood is coming your way, make sure you clear your basement the best you can, secure your home, and prepare to be stuck in your house if it comes to that. This means preparing your generator, food and water supplies, and battery operated radios and flashlights. If it is snow, make sure you have supplies need for that. No matter what the weather forecast, make sure you are prepared with the recommended supplies.

Always have a family emergency plan in place. If you have family at work, at school, or traveling, it is a good idea to have a plan in place and know that you are all on the same page. You can find information on making a family plan Here.

If you are expecting high winds, go around your home and make sure items are secured, grills are covered, and shutters are closed if you have them. It is also a good idea to keep items from being pushed up against your house because animals may take shelter there and eventually work their way into your home.  Use tarps to cover items that you can’t easily secure, and bring items inside if possible.  

Are you ready for the next bought of severe weather? Our goal is to help you reach your goals while freeing up your time for things you really want to do. If you are interested in more information, or for a FREE Business Analysis, call us at 202-469-6774.