5 Tips for Preparing for Hurricane Season

According to LiveScience.com, hurricane season runs from June 1st until November 30th in the Atlantic. However, according to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, the peak hurricane season is between August and October. This means that if you live in an area that experiences the Atlantic storms, you have several weeks to get educated and prepared on what you need to do first. Here are 5 tips from your local flood barrier company to help you get prepared for hurricane season.

Preparing for a Hurricane

Before a hurricane is a perfect time to start making a plan and preparing for how you want to handle it. You’ll stock up on emergency supplies, write down emergency phone numbers, and buy equipment like a fire extinguisher. It can also help to find out where the nearest shelter is, and several routes that you'll need to get there. It’s important for everyone in your family to know exactly what they are supposed to do if the warning sirens in your area go off, and even make sure they know what they sound like.

1. Gather Emergency Supplies

Have you ever put together an emergency kit for a hurricane? It really can be pretty simple, but it’s important to actually gather them up in one spot so you can find them. You’ll want to have at least 5 gallons of water per person (this should last around 3-5 days). You’ll also want clean containers for water, supplies to make your drinking water safe (like iodine tablets, or chlorine bleach). You will also want to stock up on a 3-5 day supply of food that doesn’t go bad, like canned goods, and if you have a baby in the house, you’ll want to have enough baby food or formula. Gather up any prescription medicines as well. Make sure they are properly labeled and stored so that if conditions get damp they aren’t in danger.

Other items you may want:
  • First aid kit
  • Battery-powered radio
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Flashlights
  • Extra batteries
  • Sleeping bags or extra blankets
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Wet cleaning cloths
  • Soap
  • Toothpaste
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Diapers
A good emergency kit can make a huge difference when experiencing a hurricane.

2. Make an Evacuation Plan

If you already know that a hurricane is on the way, you may receive an order to evacuate. You don’t want to ignore this, because even sturdy, well-built houses may not hold up against a hurricane.

If you need to evacuate, you’ll want to only take what you really need such as cell phones, chargers, medicines, identification, and cash. You’ll also want your car emergency kit. If you have time turn off the gas, electricity, and water - as well as unplug your appliances.

You will want to follow the roads that emergency workers have recommended, even if there’s traffic. Other routes could be blocked.

3. Know the Common Flood Areas

Are you new to your area? If this is your first experience with a hurricane in your new home town, you can ask around and find what the flooded areas are. You’ll want to take precautions before, during, and after a flood and make sure to avoid these areas. Having a high-quality flood barrier can help keep roads from having to get closed down, but sometimes there is just so much water that it can’t be stopped entirely.

4. Prepare for Protecting Older Adults & Pets

The older people in your neighborhood are definitely at a higher risk during emergencies. This can be because their chronic conditions are made worse during stressful situations. Of course, another reason is that they may not have people checking on them. If you have neighbors who are older, be sure to check in with them and make sure that they not only have a plan but that it is enacted on. Do you have any questions? The CDC has published some great resources for helping the elderly during a crisis, and what to know about conditions they may be experiencing or cognitive changes that could occur. You can read the info here: Older Adult Health & Medical Concerns.

It’s also important to make sure that you have a plan for before, during, and after an emergency when it comes to your pets. Some disaster evacuation centers do not accept pets and animals, which means that you will have to find an alternative location for your pet. Do some research about the shelters that are around you, and ask questions about the types of assistance that are available in your area to help accommodate pets. Include them in your disaster plan - it’s important to keep them safe during an emergency.

5. Contact Your Leaders About Big Bags USA®

If you ever have questions about your area and how it prepares for hurricanes, it’s important to ask your leaders and representatives. Big Bags USA wants to be available for every community that experiences flooding due to hurricanes, but it’s hard to make that happen without people like you telling their leaders that they want to see Big Bags Flood Barriers in their town.

Our flood barrier system is both affordable, economical, and durable. They can be used for multiple storms, stored easily, and are the fastest flood barrier system to deploy. If you have questions about our products, we would encourage you to visit our website. We have a lot of information that can guide you in the right direction. Also, if you have a relationship with the leaders of your area, pass our information along. We would love to chat with them about how Big Bags USA can be sent to your town to help you prepare for a hurricane.

Big Bags USA®: The Fastest Deployed Barrier Anywhere! 
MADE IN THE USA ~ 100% Manufactured in Missouri ~ BUY AMERICAN  

If you have an immediate need for our systems or have any questions for us, please call us toll-free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.



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Protection Systems, LLC
(573) 480-6699

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