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The hurricane season extends from June to October, affecting the entire Atlantic coast. This implies that everyone living along the coast should be ready for anything. UNITS has a few suggestions if you're prepared to close the hatches.
Published: July 23, 2022
The hurricane season extends from June to October, affecting the entire Atlantic coast. This implies that everyone living along the coast should be ready for anything. UNITS has a few suggestions if you’re prepared to close the hatches.
The CDC advises homeowners to have an emergency kit ready in the event of a hurricane. Stock up on water and non-perishable food for at least three days, as well as first-aid supplies, prescription medicines, and pet or baby items. You should also make sure you have:
Keep in mind that your house is one of your most valuable assets during a storm. Cover all of your windows with shutters or plywood before a hurricane strikes to ensure that they are safe. To protect your windows from flying debris, cover them with shutters or plywood.
Electricity grid failures are becoming increasingly common. A power outage can last for several days depending on the severity of the damage to the electricity grid. As a result, having a portable or standby generator may be useful since it will restore electric service to some of your equipment, such as your air conditioner and refrigerator.
Powerful winds may drive branches and even entire trees against buildings. When one or more trees are uprooted, they can cause significant damage to a piece of property. You should remove any high-risk trees on your property, such as those that are old, damaged, or pose a risk to your house, to avoid property damage caused by fallen and uprooted trees.
Hurricanes not only produce strong winds, rain, and flooding in their wake; they also bring a variety of other hazards. Raising a home can take anywhere from four weeks to several months, depending on the weather, site preparations, type of foundation, elevation, and necessary repairs. Because hurricane season peaks between mid-August and mid-October, it’s possible to have your house raised before the first storm hits.
The experts at UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Fort Lauderdale have the knowledge, skills, and tools to help your prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. Please contact us today if you’d like to find out more about our portable storage containers or want a free estimate!
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