HURRICANE SEASON PREPAREDNESS PLAN
It’s Hurricane season Florida!
Are you ready for this year’s storm season? The 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season was catastrophic as nature delivered devastating storms back to back. The 2018 Hurricane Season is predicted to be above average and has already spawned the first storm – Alberto. It imperative that you be prepared in advance and have a plan. Here is a quick check list of things to have in your survival plan:
• Water (1 gallon / person / day for 7 days)
• Non-perishable food (3 to 7 days)
• Manual can opener
• Fuel for camp stoves, grills and generator
• Disposable plates and utensils
• Blankets and pillows
• Wind up clock, flashlights, batteries and battery-operated radio
• Clothing, rain gear, sturdy shoes
• First aid kits, prescription drugs, personal hygiene toiletries, items for the elderly
• Food and water for pets and possible arrangements for their care
• Full vehicle gas tanks
• Have an evacuation plan and make your emergency contact aware of this plan
• Sign up for local weather and emergency text alerts
• Cash and important documents like your Florida hurricane insurance policies, titles, deeds
We lived in South Florida during Hurricane Andrew, Wilma and others so we know from first hand experience how devastating and destructive a hurricane can be to life and property. We love our area residents, clients and friends and we want you all to safe and ready!
If you think of anything else that should be added to our checklist, join in the blog and leave your comments!
Stay informed!
Ann-Marie Bortz, Realtor
Ann-Marie is a real estate agent in the Greater Ocala, Florida area with over 2 decades in the business. She is a veteran of the United States Air Force and her clients know her as a go-getter and pro-active agent specializing in the luxury market.
