Steps
STEP 1: Pack an Emergency Supply Kit
Before the storm, pack a kit with must-have supplies, including blankets, non-perishable food, water, towels, portable lights, and a power station.
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STEP 2: Preparing and Cleaning Outdoors
To prepare the outside of your home, trim long tree branches with a chainsaw to prevent debris and trees from falling. To prevent damage, board up windows with a Drill.
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STEP 3: Pack up Perishable Items
Mid Storm, pack up perishable items and place them in a cooler to keep them cool in the event of loss of power.
STEP 4: Hunker Down
During a storm, use a radio to stay informed on storm status, a light to navigate power outages, a power source to keep your devices charged.
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STEP 5: Flood Clean-Up
After a storm, in the event of flooding, use both a fan and a transfer pump to assist in drying and removing any standing water.