Emergency Preparedness Part 4 - Harden your home
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City of Bayou Vista
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Tue, Jun 2 @ 7:18am
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Here's a polished version for Savvy Citizen:
Getting your home ready for a storm means making it stronger against wind and rain. Here are some simple steps you can take now:
• If you do not have impact-resistant windows, cover your windows with plywood or storm shutters.
• Brace your garage door to help prevent strong winds from forcing it inward.
• Trim tree branches that could fall on your home during high winds.
• Bring in or securely anchor outdoor furniture and decorations.
• Remove or store any loose items that could become airborne in a storm.
• Carry important or valuable items upstairs.
• Lift other items on blocks or jacks, such as cars, freezers, refrigerators.
Taking these precautions can help protect your home, reduce storm damage, and keep your family safer.
Stay tuned to Savvy Citizen for additional storm preparedness information. Our next message will focus on preparing your boat before a storm.
This notification was posted by City of Bayou Vista. City of Bayou Vista is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
