Severe Weather Safety

7/7/2020 (Permalink)

Severe weather can happen any time, and anywhere. According to NOAA.gov each year, we cope with an average of

• 10,000 severe thunderstorms
• 5,000 floods or flash floods
• 1,300 tornadoes
• 2 land falling deadly hurricanes

Approximately 98% of all presidential declared disasters are weather related, and cause nearly $15 billion dollars in damage. Knowing your risk of severe weather events, taking action, and being an example are just a few steps you can take to be better prepared to save your life and assist others during weather disasters.

Know Your Risk: The First step to becoming weather ready is to understand the type of hazardous weather that can affect where you work and live. Check the weather forecast regularly, learn about Wireless Emergency Alerts, obtain a NOAA Weather Radio especially if you live in a heavily impacted weather area. 

Take Action: Take the next step in severe weather preparedness by creating a communications plan for your home and business. Put together or purchase an emergency kit. Keep important documents and valuables in a safe place. 

Be An Example: Once you have taken action to prepare for severe weather, share your story with co-workers, family and friends via social media. Your story will inspire others to do the same.

Watch vs Warning: Do you know the difference?

Watch: Conditions are favorable for severe weather and it is possible. Remain alert for possible further warnings. 

Warning: Severe weather has been spotted or indicated by radar. Take Cover!

Once you are safe, you may need a damage restoration company like SERVPRO of Southern Rockland County to help with any damage your home or business property may have suffered during the storms. Click here to learn more about our storm services .

*source: ready.gov