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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Disaster Prep Wednesday: Preparing for Floods

As this is being written, a hurricane is approaching the Southeast U.S. and there is also the possibility of heavy rains preceding the hurricane impact. In short, lots of water is in the forecast. So, no better time to look at flood and hurricane preparation. Here a couple of videos with some good ideas:





Get a plan, get a kit.

Remember that heavy rains over a long period of will cause the ground to become soft and may allow strong winds to knock over trees onto your home or onto power lines feeding your neighborhood. It may take some time before power can be restored - plan accordingly.

Oh, and if you have a portable generator for emergencies:

1 comment:

  1. Anonymous3:00 PM

    Well timed with the hurricane coming to the east coast. Prepare today!

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