Preparing For Hurricane Season

Tips for Hurricane Season in Florida

• Review Your Insurance Coverage: Begin by reviewing your insurance policies to understand the extent of your coverage. Make sure your policies adequately protect your property against hurricane-related damages.
• Create a Hurricane Preparedness Plan: Develop a plan for your family. This plan should include evacuation routes, designated meeting points, emergency contacts, and a checklist of essential items to pack in case of evacuation.
• Secure Your Property: Fortify your home against winds and flying debris. Trim overhanging branches, secure loose outdoor items, reinforce windows and doors, and consider installing storm shutters or impact-resistant glass. Additionally, inspect your roof for any signs of damage and make necessary repairs.
• Stock Up on Emergency Supplies: Assemble a kit containing essential supplies such as non-perishable food, water, medications, flashlights, batteries and first aid supplies. Ensure that your emergency kit is easily accessible and in a waterproof container.
• Stay Informed: Stay informed about developing weather conditions and updates from local authorities throughout the hurricane season.
• Review Evacuation Routes: If you live in a flood-prone area, consider the elevation of your property and the risk of storm surge when planning your evacuation route.
• Protect Important Documents: Safeguard documents such as insurance policies, identification, medical records, and financial documents in a waterproof and fireproof container. Consider making digital copies of important documents and storing them securely in the cloud or on a portable hard drive.