Spring Storm Tips for Newton, Wellesley MA

5/29/2021 (Permalink)

It’s the season for storms. Storms can cause a lot of damage to your home or business; it is important to prepare for it as best as you can.

It’s the season for storms. Storms can cause a lot of damage to your home or business; it is important to prepare for it as best as you can. Here are some preparations that you can make before a storm hits.

• Build an Emergency Kit with essential items. Make sure to add water, food, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, a flashlight to name a few. To help build your kit, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has a detailed checklist available.
• Eversource also has a storm safety checklist available to help you prepare before, during, and after a storm.
• Stock up on non-perishables, such as canned goods and pet food. You should also make sure you have adequate medical supplies and prescriptions for everyone in the household. 
• You will want to pick up paper goods such as paper plates, paper towels, plastic ware in case you lose power.
• If you have a power outage, turn the temperature control on your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting this will keep food cold.
• You should fill several large containers with water for drinking.
• Make sure to keep flashlights, batteries, candles, and matches on hand. Also, know where they are located before a storm hits. 
• Make sure you have fresh batteries that are the correct size for the flashlights and other important electronics.
• Check to make sure there’s a first aid kit in the house.
• Fill your car with gasoline, so if you need to go anywhere you are prepared and don’t have to drive around on empty. 
• It might be the best thing to cook outside. You can use charcoal or propane grills or even a camping cookstove.
• You will want to have a list of emergency phone numbers on hand: Red Cross, fire, police, and a family doctor.

SERVPRO of Newton Wellesley is available 24/7 including holidays and weekends to assist you and get your home back to “Like it never even happened.”