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Alert! Spring Storms Are Here | SERVPRO of Spring Valley/Jamul
3/1/2024 (Permalink)
Let SERVPRO of Spring Valley/Jamul help you get from April showers to May flowers.
Is there any time of the year that is better than spring? While we have mostly mild weather through winter, spring brings so much new life that even without a huge change of temperatures things can still feel new and exciting.
As spring presses on, it can come with strong thunderstorms, flooding and even an occasional tornado or wildfire. Spring weather can be pretty unpredictable, which makes it crucial to be prepared for anything.
Having a reliable way to receive weather notifications is one of the most important steps in preparing yourself for the possibility of severe storms.
Most of us are never very far away from a tablet or phone, which makes them the perfect place to receive news and weather alerts. Wireless Emergency Alerts can be set to come through automatically on your phone, but there are also a multitude of apps you can choose from to receive other alerts.
When you are sorting through apps, choose something that is nationally recognized—or stick with some local organizations. Many news stations have apps that you can choose to receive alerts from, and these can keep you informed on weather and other news about things happening around town. For one of the best ways to get the most local information, sign up for alerts from the city.
When a situation is headed your way, don’t just wait for watches and warnings to come through. Keep an eye on the news so you can stay ahead of potential evacuations that are ordered and any shelters that are opening up.
As much as we all love our internet-based devices, they have batteries that will eventually die. Losing power is common during a storm, and it can often stay off long-term. It is crucial to have a way to stay informed throughout a severe weather event even if the power is out.
If there are emergency sirens near your home, get familiar with what they sound like and the different alerts they may have. Keep in mind these may be unreliable during a loud thunderstorm or wildfire though, and consider investing in an NOAA weather radio.
Weather radios are portable, and are powered with either solar power or a hand-crank. You can take these with you even when you need to shelter. Make sure you keep your weather radio on even after the first wave of storms have passed. Most severe weather comes in waves, and you need to know when it is time to head back to a sheltered location.
Receiving weather alerts fast is crucial for keeping yourself safe, but it may not stop your home from being damaged during an event. If you do find damage after a storm, flood or fire, call us. We can respond around the clock to start your recovery and get things back to normal.
Serious storms can cause serious property damage. Call SERVPRO® 24⁄7 for immediate restoration assistance.