Are you prepared for a winter storm?

12/7/2020 (Permalink)

side view of a traffic jam during a snowstorm with the trees and side of the road full of snow with the SERVPRO logo above the photo

It’s now December and although we’ve had a few warms days this month we must be prepared in the event of a winter storm. The National Severe Storms Laboratory defines a winter storm as a combination of heavy snow, blowing snow, and/or dangerous wind chills. A winter storm is life-threatening. That means it can be just freezing temperatures with strong wind. We’ve encountered that many times before but were you prepared? If so how did you prepare? Do you know what you’re preparing for?

Here are a few things you can do to be better off in the event of a winter storm.

• Prepare for power outages. That means to have food/non-perishables that doesn’t need electricity to cook. 
• Have batteries for a flashlight and radio so that you can keep up with the latest news.
• Purchase a generator, if you’re somewhere where during storms your power is usually out for long periods of time a generator could be of good use in the event of a winter storm.
• Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking, and weather stripping. Learn how to keep pipes from freezing. Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups.
•   Include jumper cables, sand, a flashlight, warm clothes, blankets, bottled water, and non-perishable snacks. Keep a full tank of gas in your emergency car kit.

We are a part of a national SERVPRO storm team whose members respond to disasters nationwide. From hurricanes to wildfires, SERVPRO storm teams are always prepared to respond to major catastrophic events. SERVPRO's large-loss response is uniquely qualified to handle any disaster. We are prequalified, experienced, and strategically located across The United States to respond to any loss. When an event comes to devastate a community, SERVPRO's goal is to be instrumental in restoring the community the best we can. From Fort Oglethorpe to Varnell, Cohutta to Praters Mill, or anywhere in between, we take pride in serving your neighborhood! Give us a call at 706-866-5646 if you experience storm damage.