Essentials For Hurricane Season

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No. Living inland doesn't mean you won't be in danger from a hurricane. Hurricanes lose power when they make landfall, but a tropical storm still can have 70 mph winds. That's a strong wind, and can still do devastating damage to your home.

brexton busch racing Tape a big "X" on the windowsPutting tape on windows doesn't do anything to secure the main focus of security - to keep the window glass in its frame and securely attached to your building.



emergency system response You can even still board up your windows if you really want to add a second barrier to the elements. Either way, these will help to make your home less prone to interior damage as well as keep it safer from potential intruders.

The first one is popularly known as hot water extraction or steam cleaning. In this method, a jet spray that utilizes high pressure is used to cover the carpet with hot water cleaning solution. This solution, together with dirt and water, is later sucked up from the carpet using a wet vacuum. The method involves a number of stages which ensure that the carpet remains spotless and the cleaning solution is completely rinsed. It is the best cleaning method because it offers deep carpet cleaning and so can be used in heavily stained areas.

If your boat is docked, make sure it is at a strong dock with sturdy pilings. Double up on mooring lines as you tie it to the dock. Be sure to provide enough slack to compensate for rising tide waters. Cover the lines with a garden hose cut lengthwise. Put these pieces of hose where the lines will need protection from wearing away as they are rubbed against the dock. Put extra bumpers and fenders along the boat.

Ivory. Wash ivory carefully in soapy water, drying it with a damp cloth. Never soak ivory in soap and water, however, since soaking can cause it to crack or break. If you are cleaning ivory beads, do not get the string wet because the string will stay wet and can affect the beads. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaner or acid.

Know your elevation above sea level. Be familiar with your tides. Know how high you are above the normal high tides to get and idea of the danger from storm tides. Talk to some of the residents who know the historical high tides. Hurricanes can push high water many miles inland! If you live on the coast, waves will also add to the height of the storm tide.