Hurricane Season Is Here Are You Ready?

9/18/2020 (Permalink)

Hurricane Season Is Here Are You Ready? 

We have reached the peak of hurricane season. Although the Coast and Midlands will face more destruction than the Upstate, we in the Upstate need to be prepared for flooding, power outages, and whatever else a hurricane decides to throw our way. You should have the following items packed and ready to go in case any emergencies arise. 

• A three day supply of water. One gallon of water per person per day. 
• A three day supply of easy to prepare non-perishable food for each person in your household.
• At least a seven day supply of medication and extra medical items. Don't forget extra batteries, hearing aids, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, and canes if needed. 
• Include extra laminated copies of personal documents such as medication lists, pertinent medical information, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, and insurance policies. You need to include a laminated copy of family information and emergency contact information. 
• If you have an infant or toddler, add extra bottles, formula, baby food, and diapers. 
• A fully stocked first aid kit needs to be included. 
• If you have pets, include extra leashes, collars, food, water, carriers, and bowls for each pet.  
• A few extra things you need to include are a flashlight, extra batteries, emergency blankets, extra clothes, maps of the area, cash, cellphones with extra chargers, a multipurpose tool, a camera to take photos of the damage.

If you have damage from a recent storm, call SERVPRO of South Greenville County (864) 292-3137.