Freezing Weather Ahead for Marcus Hook

1/3/2020 (Permalink)

Freezing weather can cause numerous water damage problems to your Marcus Hook home or office. Prevention is the best solution for water damage.

SERVPRO of Southern Delaware County has these tips to help prepare for a winter storm.

Winter Storms in Marcus Hook can bring high winds, snow, and ice. A winter storm can knock out power, water, and communication.

SERVPRO of Southern Delaware County wants you to be prepared. Winter storms can last anywhere from a few hours to several days.

You can’t prevent a winter storm, but you can minimize storm damage.

Prepare by gathering emergency supplies. Supplies include warm clothes, extra blankets, flashlights, medicines, and food. Gather any items you will need if you lose power or communication
Develop a communication plan. Have phone numbers written down in case you cannot use your mobile phone
Know the winter storm terms. The National Weather Service (NWS) will report a(n):

ADVISORY when they expect that weather conditions might be hazardous. Be cautious, and the conditions should not be life-threatening
WATCH when they predict heavy snow or ice, but cannot yet show when or which areas will be hit. NWS issues a WATCH 12 to 26 hours ahead of the predicted storm
WARNING when they expect 4 or more inches of snow or sleet within 12 hours or they expect ¼ inch or more of ice. Keep warm and dry. Minimize driving. Stay indoors

Tell your local electric company if someone in your home needs power for medical devices. They will make your home a priority
Install battery-powered or battery back-up carbon monoxide detectors.

Remember, prevention is the best solution to water damage, but if disaster strikes, SERVPRO is Here to Help.

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