2017 A Year of Storms—Were You Prepared?

12/8/2017 (Permalink)

Major storms from Hurricane Harvey that ravaged the Texas and Louisiana gulf shores and Hurricane Irma that tore a path from the northeastern Caribbean Islands to the gulf shores of the Florida coast to 1,321 tornadoes that occurred from January through August all brought devastation across the United States.  Often times we do not know where or when disasters or emergencies will strike, but you can be ready.

Now is the time to think about the basics—the things you would need in advance of an emergency; how will you communicate, what supplies do you need to keep in your home, car or office.  The more you know about what to do in a storm emergency, the more confident and secure you will feel in your abilities to manage through a disaster.

Recommended Items for a Basic Emergency Supply Kit

• Water, one gallon per person, per day
• Food, non-perishable 3-day supply
• Manual can opener
• Battery operated radio—preferably a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Whistle to signal for help
• Clothing
• Garbage bags, plastic sheeting and duct tape
• Wrench or pliers to turn  off utilities, if necessary
• Hygiene items
• Important documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account information
• Cash
• Fire extinguisher
• Candles and matches in a waterproof container

If disasters do strike, call the professionals at SERVPRO Davenport/Bettendorf at 563-386-3540 to help you mitigate the damage and restore your life.  The first steps taken in a disaster situation can mean the difference between recovery and total loss.