Hurricane Gustav
Hurricane Gustav is approaching the Continental US. Expect the best but prepare for the worst.
There are a lot of things we can do to prepare for the storm. Here is a short list of important things to keep in mind for before, during and after the storm.
- Plan ahead and don't wait for the last minute.
- Gather valuables, important paperwork (especially the insurance policy) and essential medication.
- Get a 4 day supply of food and water for the entire family.
- Study the evacuation routes.
- Fill up your gas tank and get your car ready.
- Fill up additional gas containers, in case of shortage after the storm.
- Locate the closet shelter to you home.Just in case, make sure they will take you in with your pets.
- Put sand bags in front of doors and sliders.
- Fill up your bathtub and water bottles and containers, as water might become contaminated during the storm.
- Try to raise every thing of the floor, in case of flooding.
- Unplug electrical equipment and appliances, in case of power surges.
- Get batteries for radio, flashlights, etc.
- Charge your cellphone's battery.
- Get candles.
- Get a first aid kit ready.
- Communicate with your family and have a plan in case of an emergency.
- Secure your home and board up your windows.
- During the storm pick a room in the center of the home that has no windows.
- DO NOT USE YOU GENERATOR INSIDE, IT WILL KILL YOU.
And most importantly use common sense. A hurricane is not a joke.
Be Safe!
MoldTestingFlorida
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