Thunderstorm Preparation Tips for Homeowners in Stow, Ohio

7/27/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of West Akron has crews available 24 hours a day for storm & water damage cleanup and restoration.

Thunderstorms are common here in Northeast, Ohio, and can oftentimes become very severe with strong winds, lightning, tornadoes, hail, and flash flooding. It is important to be prepared before these storms happen to protect yourself and your family.

Here are a few tips to keep you and your family safe before the next thunderstorm happens:

• Learn about your local community’s emergency warning system for severe thunderstorms.
• Discuss thunderstorm safety with all members of your
• Pick a safe place in your home for household members to gather during a thunderstorm. This should be away from windows, skylights and glass doors that could be broken by strong winds or
• Make a list of items to bring inside in the event of a severe
• Make trees and shrubbery more wind resistant by keeping them trimmed and removing damaged
• Protect your animals by ensuring that any outside buildings that house them are protected in the same way as your
• Consult your local fire department if you are considering installing lightning
• Get trained in first aid and learn how to respond to
• Put together an emergency preparedness kit:
• Water—one gallon per person, per day
• Food—non-perishable, easy-to-prepare
• Flashlight • Battery-powered or hand- crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible) • Extra batteries • First aid kit
• Medications (7-day supply) and medical items • Multi-purpose tool • Sanitation & personal hygiene items • Copies of personal documents • Cell phone with chargers • Family & emergency contact information • Extra cash.

SERVPRO of West Akron takes time to dry and clean all areas of your home thoroughly so that your home in Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge and Stow is safe again after a storm damage. Just get in touch with us at 330-867-5723 any time you need us.

Stay tuned for our next Storm Blog about “What to Do During a Storm”.