Hurricane Season 2022

6/27/2022 (Permalink)

Hurricane season for the Atlantic begins June 1 and runs through November 30. Hurricanes can be life-threatening as well as cause serious property-threatening hazards such as flooding, storm surge, high winds, and tornadoes.

Did you know?

• About 40% of hurricanes hit Florida. 
• Hurricanes are most active in September (source noaa.gov)

Preparation is the best protection against the danger of a hurricane. Prepare your home and office today! 

1. Plan an evacuation route and your emergency plan
2. Take an inventory of your property
3. Hurricane Prep Kit
   A basic disaster supply kit includes:

- 1 gallon of water per person

- non-perishable food to last three days

- a battery-powered or hand crank radio

- flashlight + extra batteries

- first aid kit

- whistle to signal for help

- moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities

- Can opener for food

- Local maps (printed)

When a hurricane strikes, SERVPRO of Valdosta is ready to take action to restore your home or business. If you need help after a hurricane, count on SERVPRO of Valdosta to make it “Like it never even happened.”