3 Tips for Severe Weather Safety

6/27/2021 (Permalink)

As you know, severe weather can happen at any given moment, and, as a result, it can cause severe damage to your residential or commercial property. That’s why the professionals here at SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties are always Ready for whatever happens.® When there’s water damage or storm damage, we’ll be there as quick as lightning to restore your property to make it “Like it never even happened.” In the event of severe weather, for your safety, follow these three tips for severe weather safety. 

• Know your risk

The first step to becoming weather-ready is to understand the type of hazardous weather that can affect where you live and work, and how the weather can impact you, your business, and your family. Check the weather forecast regularly, obtain a NOAA Weather Radio, and learn about Wireless Emergency Alerts in your area. Severe weather comes in many forms, and your shelter plan should include all types of local hazard scenarios. 

• Take action

Take the next step in severe weather preparedness by creating a communications plan for your home and business. Put together or purchase an emergency kit. Keep important papers and valuables in a safe place. 

• Be an example

Once you have taken action to prepare for severe weather, share your story with family members, co-workers, and friends on social media. Your preparedness efforts may inspire others to do the same. 

Each year, Americans cope with an average of the following intense storms*:

• 10,000 severe thunderstorms 
• 5,000 floods or flash floods
• 1,300 tornadoes
• 2 landfalling deadly hurricanes

In the event of a storm, the professionals here at SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties want you to be prepared. Because we know, all too well, how storm damage to your home or business can cause a flood of emotions. We hope you found these three tips for severe weather safety beneficial. Just remember, our team is Here to Help.® The next time a storm or disaster strikes your property, give us the opportunity to make the damage “Like it never even happened.” Just contact us. We’re only a phone call away. Call us: 573-339-1948.