Before the Storm

Secure outdoor items: Bring in or tie down furniture, tools, and decor.

Protect windows & doors: Use storm shutters or plywood.

Trim trees: Cut back limbs near your home and remove dead branches.

Prepare your vehicle: Move it away from trees; fill the gas tank.

Stock essentials: Flashlights, batteries, canned food, water, medications, clothes.

Fill the bathtub for non-drinking water use.

Take photos of your home (inside and out) for insurance.

Have a generator & fuel, if possible.

After the Storm

Wear protective gear: Gloves, boots, mask, goggles, long sleeves.

Take photos of any damage before cleanup for insurance claims.

Be cautious: Watch for sharp debris, fallen power lines, and unstable structures.

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All information gathered from HOUSETIPS