The Mobile area is known to have severe weather during this time of year. Spring weather can be very unpredictable – sunny days followed by thunderstorms. Our team has put together a list of helpful tips on how to be prepared for spring storms:
Preparing for Spring Storms
- Create a family evacuation plan with escape routes from each room in your house. Establish a meeting place outside and how to contact each other if separated. Practice the plan and evacuation routes with family members and ensure everyone understands the plan.
- Include your pets in your emergency preparedness plan. Have a separate emergency kit for them and make sure they wear ID tags.
- Make an inventory of your belongings to help you file an insurance claim if needed. Also put important information, such as documents, personal numbers, and insurance policies in a secure place.
- Check your home for potential weaknesses and fix them to strengthen your home against damage. For example, tighten the roof shingles as they might fly off in severe winds.
- Prune any loose branches in your yard that could fall during a flood or storm. Remove dead vegetation from your yard and keep it clean.
- Clean the drains and gutters from debris to ensure proper drainage. Strong winds can quickly tear loose gutters from your home, so attach gutters tightly to your house.
- Everyone in the household should know how to turn off utilities (electricity, gas, and water) and how to use a fire extinguisher.
- Create an emergency supply kit.
It is especially important to plan and act now before a flood or tornado strikes your area. Sometimes you do not have much notice before a storm is heading your way. For emergency flood repair, reconstruction services, or mold removal, call PuroClean of Mobile. We can mitigate the damage and perform full restoration services in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
