Things To Do During a Storm

2/22/2022 (Permalink)

California is well too familiar with storms, ranging from fire storms to torrential downpour that ultimately can cause landslides and flash flooding. Fortifying your house is imperative to minimalize the damages caused by the storm. Pooling water and streams with high vegetation can flood , which ultimately can cause damage to your house. When you first notice that a potential storm is incoming , it is important to monitor the weather days prior in preparation .Below are some advisable things to do during a storm .

• Have candles ready
• Expect the power to be shutoff and aside from flashlights, candles are a key source of light.  It is important to NEVER leave a candle unattended.
• Days prior, make sure to clear debris such as leaves from gutters and storm drains. 
• Make sure to completely remove the dead vegetation , as you do not want it to flow to your drains all at once . Having cleaned gutters allow for your house to properly remove excess water from your roof, rather than pool and create more problems. 
• Top off cars and generators with fuel
• In case you need to evacuate, having a full tank of gas allows you to avoid highly congested areas such as gas stations.
• Properly charge your devices 
• Charge all phones, tablets, laptops, and power banks. Keep your radio charged to monitor the weather closely .