Essential Preparations for Winter Storm Safety in Shady Spring?

10/15/2024 (Permalink)

We are leaders in storm damage restoration services in Raleigh County.

Our local team in Beckley has been restoring storm damage in Shady Spring since 1999. Winter storms can pose significant community risks, bringing high winds, freezing rain, heavy snowfall, and dangerously cold temperatures. According to the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these storms can disrupt essential services, including healthcare, child care, and public transportation. Power outages may last for days, and roads can become perilous, increasing the risk of accidents, exposure, and carbon monoxide poisoning.

The CDC recommends several essential preparations to safeguard your family during a winter storm. Start by ensuring that you have a three-day supply of food and water for each person in your household and for pets. It is also crucial to have all prescriptions filled and your Emergency Supply Kit stocked with necessary items.

Equip your home with flashlights and extra batteries, and install carbon monoxide alarms near every bedroom. The CDC stresses the importance of having fire extinguishers readily available and ensuring everyone knows how to use them, as house fires are more common during winter storms due to alternative heating methods.

Finally, be prepared to evacuate if necessary by knowing your routes, destinations, and the locations of local emergency shelters. These preparations can help keep your family safe during severe winter weather.

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When home or commercial business in Shady Spring has storm damage, our local Beckley team will restore the damage "Like it never even happened." Call us today at 304-253-6633.

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