Start Building Your Hurricane Preparedness Kit Now!

According to National Emergency Management organization (NEMO), the two key factors contributing to weather safety during hurricanes are preparing in advance for the risks and acting on those precautionary measures when alerted by emergency officials.

There are several strategies we can utilize in preparation for intense weather systems. An appropriate focal point is our homes and properties. After sacrificing large sums to own your preferred dwelling place it is advisable to go a step further and ensure your investment is adequately protected from the harsh elements.

What you don’t want to do is to wait the last minute.  Do not procrastinate!

Forecasters have predicted a below average hurricane season for 2017. Predictions are that there will be 11 storms, four hurricanes and two major hurricanes. This is slightly below the average of 12 storms and six hurricanes. while internationally renowned forecaster Phil Klotzbach goes with two major hurricanes, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration goes with three.

Magaret Orr, a chief meteorologist explains, “It all hinges on El Niño, the warm water in the equatorial east Pacific to along the coast of Peru. The warm water causes strong upper level winds that can tear apart tropical systems in the Caribbean and tropical Atlantic."

For many people, hurricane preparedness is not at the top of their agenda. Most families  juggle multiple competing priorities. But NEMO highlights the overarching matter - preparedness saves lives.

Hurricanes can bring heavy rains that cause major flooding, destructive winds that down power lines, uproot trees and damage homes, and storm surges that travel several miles inland. 

Preparation is the best protection against the dangers of a hurricane. in the weeks prior to the commencement of the hurricane season, it is time for the populace to build a Hurricane Preparedness Kit and create an evacuation plan for their household.

Here are a few suggestions for basic supplies to build your Hurricane Preparedness  Kit:-

• First aid kit
• Bottled drinking water. A gallon per person, per day.
• Non-perishable foods
• Manual can opener
• Battery-powered or hand crank weather radio
• Flashlight
• Batteries
• Blankets or Sleeping Bags
• Whistle. To signal for help.
• Dust masks. To help filter contaminated air.
• Plastic sheeting/tarpaulin and duct tape. To create a makeshift shelter.
• Sanitation and hygiene supplies. Disposable moist towels, garbage bags.
• Wrench or pliers. To turn off utilities like gas and water.

So the takeaway this year as in every year is, be prepared. We have had active years with no hits, and inactive years with major hurricanes. Hurricane season begins June 1 and lasts through Nov. 30. Let's get ready. Visit Rayneau Construction and Industrial Products Limited. We stock the widest variety in building and home supplies you need this hurricane season.