Winter Weather Preparedness Week is December 3-9, 2023. Here are some ways you can prepare your home and church for the winter season:
- Prepare the property. Check to see what your insurance plan covers, how to file storm damage claims, and take an inventory of items and document their conditions.
- Create a disaster plan or review your current church plan. Download a church disaster plan template.
- Prepare your family for disasters by creating an emergency plan.
- Compile a list of contact information and create a calling tree to check on congregation members following a storm. Download a contact card template.
- Make copies of essential documents.
- Update your emergency kit. Include a supply of nonperishable food and water, medications, batteries, flashlights, cash, identification, warm clothing, blankets, and snow removal equipment. Watch a bilingual video from NC State Extension on building a disaster kit.
- Stay up to date with the latest weather updates, know where your emergency shelters are located, and what the evacuation routes are for your location.
For more information on winter weather preparedness, visit the American Red Cross, Ready.gov, National Weather Service, and Ready NC website.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Please contact your insurance company for more information.