Hurricane season is just around the corner, and Florida residents are wise to prepare their homes for potential storms. Officially, the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30 with 97% of all Atlantic tropical storms occurring during this time period. Being prepared for a potential storm or need to evacuate, can give you and your family some peace of mind throughout the uncertainty of hurricane season. 

Assemble Supplies

Prepare an emergency kit that contains non-perishable food items and water, in the event that you lose power for a significant amount of time. Your kit should also include first aid supplies, prescriptions, batteries, a radio, and phone chargers. Some Floridians suggest keeping important documents and cash with this kit as well. 

Prepare Your Home 

Before hurricane season, trim trees around your home, and address any potential leaks or areas prone to flooding. Consider investing in the versatile protection of Retractable Hurricane Screens. These screens are made of aramid and polyester fibers, the same fibers used in ballistic body armor. The Retractable Hurricane Screens protect your home with the strength of aluminum shutters, but they are transparent and also double as sun protection for your home. SunSetter’s Retractable Hurricane Screens are Miami-Dade approved to withstand CAT 5 hurricanes with up to 200 mph winds. 

Make a Plan

Make sure that you and your family have discussed a possible evacuation plan in the event of a hurricane. Assemble all of your most important documents in one place, create a contact list, and take the time to review your insurance coverage with your agent. Consider adding flood insurance to your plan if you don’t already have that coverage.

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