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Things to do before the storm hits
Comments 0 | Recommend 0- Put up shutters or plywood on windows and openings
- Move outside items to safety, such as patio furniture, plants and grills
- If your home is in a floodplain, move valuables and furniture to a higher level
- Put valuable documents in waterproof containers, and take them with you if evacuate
- Turn off electricity at the main circuit breaker or fuse box to protect appliances from power surges and reduce the risk of live dangling wires after the storm
- If your home has natural or propane gas, turn it off at the meter or tank
- Remove perishable items from your refrigerator and freezer if you evacuate
- Make a final walk-through inspection before closing the door
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