Steps to Stay Safe through Storms this Season

Posted by The Buzz | June 21, 2017

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Stay safe and prepared this storm season.

With hurricane and tropical storm season approaching, remember to stay safe and be prepared. Here are some tips to prepare:

Stay aware and prep your home:

Download the ReadyHOuston “Ready App” for Android and iOS, which will help walk you through the emergency-planning process, what supplies to gather, etc.
Stay up to date on moving storms and hurricanes
Know your evacuation routes and procedures
Move valuables to higher ground
Have an evacuation plan
Consider boarding up large, exposed windows
Move sleeping arrangements away from windows
Move outdoor items into the house or garage
Trim hanging branches

Supplies checklist:

Battery-powered portable light sources
Portable gas stove
At least three days of food and water (canned, bottled)
Can opener
First aid kit
Pre-charged portable batteries for electronics
Important family/home documents in a waterproof bag
Duct tape and plastic tarp
Personal fans
Paper towels
Fire extinguisher
Necessary items unique for individual family members such as medications, diapers, prescriptions
Blankets and clean clothes
Battery-powered radio
Tarp or strong plastic covering to temporarily address damages

See more information on how to prepare your home and evacuation routes here. See Houston OEM for a disaster checklist.

Pet owners, make sure you have:

After the storm:

Inform your insurance agent of any damage, leave contact number and take photos of any damages
Keep in mind of unsafe food and water
Make temporary repairs to damaged areas without putting yourself in danger
Do not touch or move live wires
Remove fallen branches from your yard.
Call friends and family to confirm that they are safe
Assist neighbors if necessary

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