Are you traveling to an area affected by hurricanes?

6/17/2019 (Permalink)

Whether you travel to an area strongly affected by hurricanes, or you feel the after affects of the storm, it is important to be vigilant.

Hurricane season typically runs between June and November. Whether you travel to an area strongly affected by hurricanes, or you feel the after affects of wind and rain, it is important to be vigilant during this storm season.

Below are some tips to follow whether you own a home, RV, boat, car or all of them! You can see a storm coming by the change in color of the sky (often greenish), large hail, low-flying clouds and a roar like a freight train.

• Your basement or under a set of stairs are great places to wait out the storm. If this is not available, the bottom floor of any building will work.
• During an emergency, gas stations will often be closed, so always make sure you have at least half a tank of gas to get away instantly
• Have enough supplies on hand to wait out 72 hours, just in case help cannot arrive right away. These supplies can also be stored in the trunk (items like a first aid kit, bottled water, non-perishable foods, and medication can stay there at all times.)
• Make sure your cell phone is charged and keep your charger with you.
• Avoid driving in deep waters
• For your boat, remove non-secure items, electronics, excess gear, valuable, and important documents.
• Make sure all openings are clear of debris
• With your RV, do not drive it during the storm as it is more vulnerable to higher/stronger winds
• Make sure all documents are in a waterproof bag and with you at all times

Life can be unpredictable, but having plans in place help you with whatever may come. For more information, please check out these hurricane tips. As always, once the storm passes, contact your SERVPRO of Salem/Plaistow to help make it “Like it never even happened.”