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Storm season is here, and now is the time to prepare. Severe storms can cause significant damage and disruption, but having a plan in place can make all the difference. Taking a few simple steps today can help keep you and your loved ones safe when a storm hits.
Here are key reminders to help you stay ready
- Talk with your family about what to do during a hurricane
- Make a plan for pets and other animals
- Test your emergency communication plan
- Gather insurance policies and important documents and store them securely
- Stock up on emergency supplies
- Ensure you can receive NOAA weather updates (via app, radio, or online)
- Clean gutters and downspouts to reduce flooding risk
Before the storm arrives
- Fill your car’s gas tank or fully charge your electric vehicle
- Park vehicles in areas less prone to flooding
- Fill bathtubs and sinks with water
- Prepare a “go bag” with essentials
- Store clean drinking water in plastic bottles
Protect your home
- Turn off propane tanks
- Unplug small appliances
- Secure outdoor items like furniture, trash cans, and garden tools
Have a plan
We also recommend confirming your access to the Policyholder Portal so you’re prepared if you need to review your coverage or file a claim. You can create or access your account by visiting www.cabgen.com and clicking “Policyholder Login.”
Stay safe and prepared,
Cabrillo Coastal General Insurance Agency
Sources: American Red Cross (redcross.org) | FEMA (fema.gov)
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Pack essentials like copies of your insurance policy and important documents, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio for NOAA weather updates, and enough clean drinking water and non-perishable supplies to last several days. Prepare your go bag before storm season arrives so you’re not scrambling once a storm is already approaching.
Fill your car’s gas tank (or fully charge an electric vehicle) and park it in an area less prone to flooding well before the storm arrives. Having a full tank means you won’t be stuck searching for gas if you need to evacuate, and parking away from low-lying areas helps prevent flood damage to your vehicle.
Filling your bathtub and sinks with clean water before a storm gives you a backup supply for flushing toilets, cleaning, and other household needs if your water service is interrupted. Storing additional drinking water in clean plastic bottles ensures you and your family have enough to drink even if utilities are down for several days.