Hurricane Season is here. Be Prepared!
Whether you’re new to South Florida or long-time resident, it’s a good idea to review your hurricane readiness.
In these situations, you can never be too prepared.
Your smartphone is your best friend
There are plenty of free apps and websites to help you before, during, and after a hurricane. Just a few of the resources include:
It goes without saying, these tools are useful as long as you have a charged phone. Make sure you have portable battery chargers on hand, all powered up and ready for use.
Stay aware of your area’s warning & watch category
On July 7, 2021, Elsa was categorized as a Tropical Storm. However, residents in different areas of the state were in very different levels of danger. Here’s what you should know about watches and warnings:
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Warnings:
Watches:
When all of the above–Hurricane, Storm Surge, and Tropical Storm–are in “watch” status it means there is a possibility of these conditions being upgraded to the warning status. Residents should monitor changing conditions closely.
Don’t forget your dock and your boat
If your vessel is docked at home make sure you are taking precautions to secure and protect both the boat or yacht and the dock.?Consider these tips?for helping keep everything protected from strong winds and heavy rain.
Need to be better informed on hurricane preparation?
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Please be safe everyone!