Tips If A Hurricane Is Near

4/1/2020 (Permalink)

Storms can be a very scary experience. And you never know the extent of storm damage until the damage is done. It can wreak havoc on your home or business. There are major storms, such as hurricanes, that can really cause some serious damage. Even though our area doesn't have immediate impact from hurricanes, SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties still has the capacity to send crews to help hurricane victims in other parts of the country. We are your premier storm damage cleanup and restoration company you can rely on. Our heroes will be there for you and your family to help make it Like it never even happened.® Maybe you have loved ones that live in hurricane areas that could benefit from these tips to stay safe during a storm:  

If a hurricane is 18-36 hours from arriving, follow these 3 tips:

• Turn on your TV or radio in order to get the latest weather updates and emergency instructions.
• Restock your emergency preparedness kit. Include food and water sufficient for at least three days, medications, a flashlight, batteries, cash, and first aid supplies.
• Plan how to communicate with family members if you lose power. For example, you can call, text, email or use social media. Remember that during disasters, sending text messages is usually reliable and faster than making phone calls because phone lines are often overloaded.

If a hurricane is 36 hours from arriving, follow these 3 tips: 

• Bookmark your city or county website for quick access to storm updates and emergency instructions.
• Bring loose, lightweight objects inside that could become projectiles in high winds (e.g., patio furniture, garbage cans); anchor objects that would be unsafe to bring inside (e.g., propane tanks); and trim or remove trees close enough to fall on the building.
• Cover all of your home’s windows. Permanent storm shutters offer the best protection for windows. A second option is to board up windows with 5/8” exterior grade or marine plywood, cut to fit and ready to install.

Those six tips provided by Ready.gov can help keep you and all members of your family safe in the event of a hurricane. That resource can provide you a myriad of other helpful tips, too.  

When you are dealing with storm, flood, and water damage, immediate action is crucial. You should choose the company with storm damage experience, expertise, resources and equipment to handle the job. SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties has the capacity to handle any size job. We can respond immediately to storm and flooding conditions. Our heroes are faster to any size disaster.  

Now that you’ve been provided with tips if a hurricane is near, you are more well-equipped and prepared in case your home or business is hit by any storm damage. In the event that it is, just remember, you have a team of heroes that is just a phone call away and ready to come to your rescue at your beck and call. All you have to do is pull out your mobile device and call. When you need for the damage to be “Like it never even happened,” call 573-339-1948.