Prepare for storm flash flooding
7/24/2019 (Permalink)
Have you ever been disturbed from sleep by the emergency broadcast system? Chances are you have seen the message in the picture above come across your phone. This is a minor annoyance compared to having your home flooded. Do you have a plan and equipment to ride out a storm or be without power for some days?
Should the local authorities ask you to evacuate because of flash floods do you have an emergency bug out kit? It should include
- Flashlight and extra batteries;
- Portable, battery-operated radio or weather radio, and extra batteries;
- First aid kit;
- Emergency food and water;
- Non-electric can opener;
- Essential medicines;
- Cash and credit cards;
- Bedding or a sleeping bag; and
- Sturdy shoes and a change of clothes.
If the cell phones and power are down does your family know where to assemble and get back together? Have this discussion with your kids and family so that if your usual communication is disrupted they know what to do.
If your home or business is flooded by a storm water call us as soon as you can safely do so 336-946-1131