Preparing Your Home For Extreme Weather
Preparing your home for extreme weather is essential to avoid costly repairs and ensure safety. Here's what you can do to effectively prepare:
1. Get Adequate Insurance: Make sure your home and contents insurance covers all relevant extreme weather events for your area. Update it based on your property's recent valuation. If you're renting, get contents insurance since the landlord's policy won't protect your belongings.
2. Weather-Proof Your Home During Construction: If building a new home, consider the weather risks in your area. Follow building regulations for specific weather events, like reinforced foundations for earthquakes or strong roofs for tsunami-prone areas.
3. Weather-Safe Improvements for Existing Homes:
- Install storm windows for better protection against wind and rain.
- Clear gutters and vegetation to reduce the risk of bushfires.
- Securely store heavy objects to prevent accidents during earthquakes.
4. Have an Emergency Plan: Prepare a safety plan and be ready to evacuate if necessary. Keep emergency numbers accessible and create a kit with first aid supplies, a flashlight, batteries, a battery-powered radio, dry food, and water.
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