RPM Qualified Hurricane Checklist
STAY PREPARED
Real Property Management Qualified Hurricane Guide
Each year hurricane season begins on June 1st and lasts 5 months, with storms peaking in August and September. Knowing the essentials of how to prepare could truly be a lifesaver.
The essential guide to hurricane preparedness includes securing your home and creating a hurricane kit.
Here are a few tips:
Securing Your Home
Know how to secure your home in the event of damaging winds, storm surge, and flooding.
- Make sure all trees and shrubs are trimmed and clear rain gutters.
- Bring in all outdoor furniture, garbage cans, decorations, and anything else that is not tied down.
- In the event of a power outage, fill the bathtub and large containers with water for washing and flushing only.
Hurricane Kits
One common trend seen when hurricanes are approaching is wide-spread panic. When this happens, people rush in large numbers to get all the supplies they think they need. However, if you prepare your kit ahead of time, you can alleviate a lot of potential stress and a very chaotic situation. You should create your kit in a bag that you can easily take with you if you are forced to evacuate. Some recommended items are:
- Non-perishable food & water (enough to last at least 3 days)
- Personal hygiene items and sanitation items
- Lighter or matches
- Cooler and ice packs
- Special needs items: pet supplies and baby supplies, if applicable
- Filled portable gas canisters
- First-aid kit (including any prescription medication you may need)
- Flashlights (have extra batteries on hand)
- Portable phone charger
- Water-proof container with cash and important documents
- Manual can opener
- Keep cash handy
Along with Florida’s year-round sunshine comes the risk of hurricanes. Now is the time to get started and research tips on what to do before, during and after a hurricane. Understand your evacuation zone, prepare your hurricane kit, secure your home, and sign up for your local emergency alerts.
