Episode 8: Hurricane/Severe Weather Preparedness
 
In this episode Jessica and Charlie discuss why to be prepared for severe weather and how NOT to make yourself a victim.
 
In this episode we speak about how to mitigate risks during and after floods, tornados, straight line winds, and especially hurricanes.
 
First off we talk about how it is important to know where you live and the most likely risks for your home/area. We recommend looking up your specific potential for flooding and likelihood of potential tree/wind damage before gaging your plan of action.
 
Subjects include:

Knowing what insurance you need


Making a plan

communicating that plan with family or close friends




Keeping water out of the home

with sandbags, towels, and such




Keeping debris from entering home

boarding windows, shutters


securing yard items


keeping debris picked up before storm




Hygiene without power and/or running water

Stocking water


biodegradable soap


how to shower/bathe


stocking up on diapers and other items




What you need for loosing power

to hear more about this subject go to Episode 4-Blackout Kits https://www.colesonthecoast.com/2023/03/14/episode-4-blackout-kits/




Cooking without electricity/running water

alternate cooking methods


ways to make it easier

PRACTICE IT






Food

Shelf stable canned goods and dried foods


Milk


Don’t stress it, don’t buy what you don’t eat




Stocking up on gas and keeping it fresh


Generators and keeping them in working order


Keeping emergency Medical equipment

Building your first aid skills now in case they are needed later




Community in the event of emergency

Make plans before the event and let them know where and what your plans are




What NOT to do before or during the storm

DO NOT go outside during or right after


DO NOT play first responder (if you aren’t actually one)


DO NOT wait until 1-2 Days before or right after the storm to stock gas


DO NOT rush to the store and buy a bunch of cold milk, small bottles of water, or Ice Cream


DO NOT stock a freezer without an alternate source of power secured before hand


DO NOT burn debris while everyone’s power is out

No one wants to have their houses filled with smoke in their house with no power/AC




Entertainment/fun

have games ready to play


tell kids what to expect before hand to mitigate stress




 
Make changes/stock up on supplies now for a day when they might be needed. Make a plan so you can be confident in your family’s ability to deal with any storm.


 
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Other resources that would be helpful with this topic/resources discussed in the podcast:
Coles on the Coast Episode 5- Universal Accessory Kit
https://www.colesonthecoast.com/2023/03/20/coles-on-the-coast-episode-5-universal-accessory-kit/
 
National Weather Service Flood Map: https://www.weather.gov/akq/floodMAP
 
The Survival Podcast: https://www.thesurvivalpodcast.com/
 
Nicole Sauce-Living Free in Tennessee: https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/2023/04/03/how-can-you-live-in-tornado-country/
 
Toolman Tim: https://www.toolmantim.co/
 
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