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Storm Preparation Tips |
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July 7, 2005
"The real wildcard when a storm hits is not the water -— which is fairly predictable in how it will come. It’s the wind. When strong winds come in a storm, they sometimes will rip loose these poorly built structures and toss the pieces of wood or pieces of metal like missiles around the property. And that’s what does a lot of the unpredictable damage," Walsh said. He then offered these tips on preparing for a hurricane: Preparing Your House1. Look for loose parts of structures (patios, porches, fences, etc.) outside of your house. If you can shake them with your hand, secure them or remove them. Preparing Your Family1. Store a three-day supply of water (one gallon -— two quarts for drinking, two quarts for food prep and cleaning -— for each member of your household, including pets) According to Walsh, “That safe contact is key, especially for larger households. It’s important to have someone who can act like a touchstone. So family members can let each other know that they’re okay…or where they are.” He also notes that, “With insurance companies increasing deductibles and lowering their maximum coverage limits -— not to mention government agencies like FEMA getting more stingy about the money they make available -— an ounce of prevention has never been more valuable.” Walsh's firm publishes The Personal Security Handbook, which contains more information about family preparedness. In the book, the authors admit that many disaster preparation steps can seem like simple common sense when considered individually. Their effectiveness comes from being used together, systematically. Silver Lake Publishing is an independent press specializing in books on personal finance, consumer protection and popular economics. Report Your Experience
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