A lot many hurricanes come up and take people off-guard. While the priority during a hurricane is to evacuate the danger zone area as soon as you can, it is not possible for many people. In this article, we will discuss how to survive a hurricane if you cannot evacuate.
Before the hurricane
First and foremost, you have to make sure that your home and property can help you remain unharmed during a hurricane. Secure your window to prevent their glass from breaking and blowing into your home. Window with storm shutters can help you make that arrangement. If you do not have those shutters, you can use plywood boards over your windows. You can secure those boards with nails. Don’t expect tape to offer any protection to your windows during the hurricane. It will not remain in place.
Securing your yard is as important as securing your home interior. Strong winds can pick up tree branches, toys, and other debris and move them at a dangerous speed. Be sure to clean up all that stuff. Also, clean your gutters to avoid rainwater from flooding your home.
It is worth remembering that going out and getting supplies during a hurricane is just as impossible as swimming in the opposite direction of a stream. That is why it is necessary to store a few days' worths of food and other supplies at home. Be sure to have power backup because a hurricane usually results in a power outage.
During the hurricane
During the hurricane, be sure to get in the safest area or room of your house. The most secure area is the one with no windows to the outside. However, if you have to stay in a room that has windows, cover those windows with mattresses to remain secure. Going into the basement is a bad idea because basements usually flood during hurricanes.
Your best bet is to wait it out. You can consider engaging in an interesting activity to pass the time. You will want to keep the fridge close to prevent your food items from spoiling. You can assume that you on your own. It will help you plan and act accordingly.
After the hurricane
After the hurricane, you will still have to act cautiously. Although powerful winds have stopped, you will have to be wary of a lot of stuff moved by those winds. A lot of items may be sitting at dangerous locations, waiting to fall or break. You will need to check nearby trees and your roof to make sure that nothing is sitting there waiting to fall and cause an injury.
A hurricane can be life-threatening, so your best bet is to get out of the area that is going to be hit by a hurricane. Staying at home should be considered only when you have got no options left. The best way to stay alert is to stay informed of the weather forecast. And make sure that you are well-aware of all survival tricks.
