Severe Weather Preparedness
Severe weather can happen anytime and anywhere. It’s important to learn how to be prepared for any type of severe weather common in your area.
The dangers of Severe Weather
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There can be many hazardous conditions that are caused by severe weather. Severe weather includes the aftermath of thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, and strong winds.
How to prepare and stay safe for a Severe Weather
Before
It’s important to prepare for a disaster before it even happens, so in case one does happen you
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Know what types of weather might affect you and your family based on where you live
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Always check weather forecasts
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Create communication plans with your family
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Keep loose objects secure, and trim branches in case severe weather hits.
During
Follow these rules to stay safe if you are ever in a Severe Weather
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Stay indoors. A good ground rule is to put as many wall between you and the outside. Also make sure to stay away from doors and windows.
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Get to the lowest floor as possible. This is best for tornadic or high wind situations.
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Cover up
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Remain calm
After
Even after a Sever Weather has hit there still may be dangers and hazards that you should be aware of.
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Listen to the local authorities for information and hazardous places.
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Stay away from damaged structures and buildings
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Limit your phone usage for ONLY emergencies
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Document personal property damage