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Preparing for the Unexpected
Posted: May 11, 2015
Fast approaching Storm Season isn’t the only thing we need to be ready for. If you haven’t taken a moment yet, run through this quick list of Seasonal and General prep tips for your auto, home and family.
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Make a GO Bag for weather emergencies. Include a clothing change, medicines, a cell charger,weather radio, cash and emergency credit cards, a whistle, water and Ready to Eat Meals for
three days. Don’t forget pet care items as well.
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Have emergency drills with the kids regularly. Make designated safe locations the family will gather to, in the event of both an in-home emergency (like a fire that damages the home), or a flee-away emergency, like an ice storm that damages the area.
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Create at least one Social Media family “location” where all in the family can check in if you are separated when an emergency occurs.
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Know where your important papers are, like: home insurance declaration pages, medical insurance cards, a medicines/health conditions list, auto insurance cards and copied of your Birth Certificate and Drivers License. Have copies in your GO Bag.
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PREPARE: Have your Car Inspected. Make sure you have the anti-freeze checked as well as the oil changed, filters replaced, and the tires inspected. Keep the car fueled as well. You never know when a weather emergency may make you flee quickly or have to come to someone’s rescue! |
PREPARE: Roof Inspection is a great idea, although often overlooked. Replace any damaged, missing or lifting shinges immediately and look for signs of eave damage. Also, inspect the Chimney if you have one, and have the flue cleaned annually. |
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PREPARE: In addition to having a good spare and tire changing tools, have a small Emergency Car Kit. Keep jumper cables, a portable tire inflator, fuses, a fire extinguisher, blankets (ever change a tire in the mud or snow?), flares, a bag of salt, sand or cat litter for traction and/or ice reduction & a small tool kit. |
PREPARE: Inspect waterhoses and exterior pipes. Take a long look at your Facia and Paint to see if you need to make minor repairs. Additionally, remove debris from around your home. Don’t leave a place for bugs or termites to nest! |
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PREPARE: Have a Survival Kit. Include an emergency first aid kit, nonperishable high energy foods like hard candy, dried nuts, energy bars and water, wooden matches in a waterproof container, compass, reflective clothing or triangles, working flashlights and batteries. |
PREPARE: Have your air conditioning unit inspected. You should have the filter changed, checked for coil condition & reviewed for gas leaks and wear and tear. Exterior units are designed for outside conditions. If they are exposed to leaf or debris accumulation they may be covered, but NEVER cover a heat pump |
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