Are you prepared for a storm?

6/8/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO can help make it like it never happened after the storm

Storms are inevitable in most places around the world, and as the seasons change here in the Willamette Valley, we can get hit hard. Altho we cannot change the weather, we can do our best to be prepared for an impending storm.

What you need to have to prepare for a strorm:

Canned goods and a manual can opener

Now everyone knows in a natural disaster that canned fruits, vegetables and even things like canned beans are a great food supply. They will last a long time and offer you the nutrients you need. 

However, opening a can without a can opener can be difficult and sometimes not possible. Make sure to add a can opener to your set so in a time of disaster you have access to canned goods. 

Batteries (big and small)

 One of the most important things you’re going to need in the event of al storm or hurricane is power and if you don’t have a generator, you’re going to be relying on batteries to get you through the day.

Not only are they going to be powering the flashlights you’re using to see at night, but they’re going to be powering other things as well that you’ll have to remember. For example, don’t forget to stock up on your hearing aid batteries if that’s one of the things you use.

Water

 The most important thing, and everybody pretty much knows this, is you want to have drinking water on hand but what most people do not really know: is how much do you need?

The American Red Cross recommends that you have one gallon, per person, per day in the event of a natural disaster. So that means a family of four, over five days is going to need 20 gallons of water.

Cash is King

 When the power is out, credit cards and ATMs are a no-go, so cash is a must have. Always keep a handy amount ready to go in case the storm fallout lasts longer than you anticipated, and you need to get more supplies or fill up your gas tank.

A list of Emergency Phone #s

Keep a list of emergency phone numbers pinned on your refrigerator. Do not forget to include SERVPRO of Benton and Linn County in that list! We can be there to help you recover after the storm.