Preparing for the Worst From hurricanes and floods to tornadoes
and fires, natural disasters are a homeowner’s worst nightmare.
While August through October are the peak months of hurricane
season, being prepared for a natural disaster isn’t just
confined to a few months out of the year or those living along
the coast. Here are a few basic steps you can take now to
prepare for the worst. - Food and Water: Stockpile drinking
water and nonperishable food. Choose products that can be eaten
without cooking, and rotate the food items in your pantry to
keep them fresh. Be sure to keep a manual can opener on hand and
stock up on pet food as well. When a hurricane is heading your
way, line bathtubs with plastic and fill them with water. After
the storm passes, eat perishable food first. - Fuel: Following a
natural disaster, the gas grill might be the only method of
cooking available, so be sure the propane tank is full and keep
a spare on hand. If a hurricane is approaching, don’t wait until
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