Tornadoes are a fact of life in Georgia, and while they might not be pleasant, there isn’t much you can do about them. However, safeguarding your home to prevent damage and making sure you and your family will be safe is essential. Use these tips to make sure tornado season is as smooth and uneventful as possible this year.
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Have a plan for where to go when you know a tornado is approaching. Ideally you want to be in your basement after covering your windows if you have any with prepared plywood.
- Have something available to protect your head. It might seem silly to put a bicycle helmet on at home, but head injuries are a common cause of death during a tornado.
- Consider installing an app on your phone or computer that will let you know about changes in weather. That way you’ll have plenty of time to protect your home and make sure your family is safe and sound before the actual tornado touches down in your area.
Contact Parker Young Construction for more tips and information on protecting your Georgia home and for help when you need to repair homes with storm damage.