Garden Furniture | Tips For Hurricane Safety
To help Atlantic Canadians keep their homes and families safe during hurricane season, Allstate Canada offers these preparation and safety reminders.
When a Hurricane Warning Is Issued
Clear outside. High velocity winds can turn unsecure items such as garden furniture, barbecues and tree branches into destructive missiles. Remember to keep the area surrounding your home clear of any objects that heavy winds could blow around.
Protect your windows. Ensure you have hurricane shutters or 3/4-inch outdoor plywood boards for each window of your home. Install anchors and pre-drill holes for the plywood, so you can put it up quickly in the event of a storm.
Leave some space. If possible, store items on shelves rather than directly on the basement floor. To keep important documents safe, store them in a water-tight plastic container.
Plan ahead. Create an emergency preparedness plan and kit in case you have to evacuate. This kit will have a three day supply of food water and other essential items. For a list of what to include visit goodhandsadvice.ca/en/build-an-emergency-kit .
Take inventory. Review your insurance policy and talk to your insurance agent to make sure you and your home are properly covered. Also, create a home inventory list of the items you own either with a video camera and describing the details of each item you own or writing down the list. Remember to keep the list or the video tape where it won’t be damaged by water.
Safety during a storm
If you are indoors:
Take cover. Stay away from any windows or glassed areas and move under a sturdy piece of furniture, such as a workbench or a heavy table. Hold onto the furniture with one hand. Use the other arm to protect your head and neck from falling or flying objects.
Stay tuned. Turn on a battery-operated radio or television and listen for the latest emergency
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