Prepare for Storms and Other Emergencies to Stay Safe

10/7/2020 (Permalink)

This year’s monsoon season ended up being called a “nonsoon” after the rains and winds we experienced were all but nonexistent. However, just because we dodged the damages of storms that never came this year, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t always be prepared for storms and other emergencies. SERVPRO of Central Phoenix has pulled together a few ideas on how to be prepared and stay safe in storms and other emergencies.

Keep Emergency Kits on hand

There are many things you can do to prepare for a bad storm or other emergency.  One of these is to have aa Home Emergency Kit/Car Emergency Kit on hand.  These kits are usually a collection of basic household/automobile items that you will need in an emergency, whether it’s a bad storm, a fire, or any other unexpected emergency. Try to assemble your kit as soon as possible so that it will be ready in case of an emergency and don't forget to rotate new items in so when you need it there will not be expired or out-of-date items.  You can also purchase premade kits from The Red Cross or other resources.

Have an emergency plan prepared

Depending on the severity of a storm or other event, it may take some time for help to arrive. Services like electricity and phone might be cut off for over a week. Emergency plans should be prepared with this information in mind. In addition to your emergency kit, which should include flashlights, batteries, and water, make an overall emergency plan with your family. Determine a place to meet if you need to leave your home in a hurry. Assign each member of your home with a task to make sure everyone gets out safely, including pets. SERVPRO of Central Phoenix offers an Emergency Readiness plan for businesses, but households should have a plan as well.

Know who to call to help with storm damage

Should your home experience significant damage during a storm, know who you can contact quickly to come out and assess and repair the damage. SERVPRO offers storm damage cleanup and restoration. With 24-hour emergency services offered, we’re “faster to any disaster”, with our highly trained technicians ready to help. Locally owned and operated, SERVPRO of Central Phoenix can help with storm, water, fire, or mold damage. Keep our information on hand as part of your emergency preparedness. Contact us 24/7 at 602-2386-4268 to get the help you need.