Be Prepared for Severe Weather

6/22/2021 (Permalink)

Be Prepared for Thunderstorms and Severe Weather

• Learn about your local community's emergency warning system for severe thunderstorms
• Discuss thunderstorm safety and lightning safety with all members of your household
• Pick a safe place in your home for household members to gather during a thunderstorm. This should be away form windows, skylights, and glass doors that could be broken by strong winds or hail.
• Make a list of items to bring inside in the event of a severe thunderstorm
• Make trees and shrubbery more wind resistant by keeping them trimmed and removing damaged branches
• Protect your animals by ensuring that any outside buildings that house them are protected in the same way as your home
• Consult your local fire department if you are considering installing lightning rods
• Get trained in first aid and learn how to respond to emergencies
• Put together an emergency preparedness kit that includes the following:
• Water- one gallon per person, per day
• Food- non-perishable, easy to prepare
• Flashlight
• Battery powered or hand crank radio
• Extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Medications (7day supply) and medical items
• Multi purpose tool
• Sanitation & personal hygiene items 
• Copies of personal documents
• Cell phone with charger
• Family & emergency contact information