Emergencies can happen at any time in your home, and being prepared for them is an important task for every homeowner. However, when a storm is on the way, it’s often too late to get everything you need, or you get stuck in the grocery store with everyone else who is trying to get the last carton of milk before the first snow flakes fall. Use these tips to make sure you have everything you need in your Georgia home before you hear that next storm warning that could leave you scrambling for supplies.
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A first aid kit. You hopefully won’t need it during a storm, but if you do, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
- Water. You want to have at least one gallon of water per person per day available in your supply.
- Food. About 2,000 calories per person per day should be kept on hand. Make sure you include foods that can be eaten at room temperature and are shelf stable like canned beans.
- Emergency blankets. One per person is essential in case you’re trapped in an area where you need to stay warm without heat for any period of time.
Contact Parker Young Construction for more information and tips on Georgia disaster prevention that will keep you and your family safe.