Be Proactive Before the Next Hurricane

9/27/2021 (Permalink)

Preparing now is essential to minimizing damage and making things run as smoothly as possible.

South Florida residents have grown accustom to riding the wave of hurricane season. With many scares and unpredictable storms, it can be easy to become numb to true threats. Hurricane Ida rocked Louisiana, killing over a dozen people, leaving millions without power, and causing quite a lot of property damage. While we take lessons away from every storm in South Florida and beyond, Hurricane Ida reminded us just how quickly a storm can come and wreak havoc.

Today, hurricanes are typically identified with ample time to prepare. However, when the weather experts alert us that a storm is headed our way, panic usually follows. This means people swarming the supermarket to purchase supplies, running to prepare their landscaping and outdoors areas, and frantically putting together their home. This chaos is unnecessary for those who prepare in advance.

Being proactive is critical to remaining as safe as possible during Florida’s hurricane season. The following tips are strongly advised for all Florida residents:

• Map out your evacuation route now, taking into account a variety of possible routes dependent upon traffic and weather.
• Stock up on emergency supplies like batteries, non-perishable items, water, and first aid kits.
• Review your insurance policies and learn all about your particular coverage.
• Make sure you know where all of your important documents are so that you can grab them in a hurry.
• Take inventory on the exterior of your home, noting what needs to be done when a storm is coming.

The grocery store is the last place you want to be in the day or two before a hurricane hits. Preparing now is essential to minimizing damage and making things run as smoothly as possible. As always, if your home suffers from storm damage, please contact SERVPRO of North Palm Beach County to speak with our water damage restoration specialists.