During a Hurricane If a hurricane is likely in your area, you should: -Listen to the radio or TV for information. -Secure your home, close storm shutters and secure outdoor objects or bring them indoors. -Turn off utilities if instructed to do so. Otherwise, turn the refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting and keep [...]
The storm's maximum sustained winds as of midday Monday are near 45 mph with some strengthening expected over the next two days. A tropical storm warning has been issued for Barbados, Dominica, St. Lucia, Martinique and Guadeloupe. A tropical storm watch is in effect for Puerto Rico and St. Vincent. Chantal is centered about 550 [...]
Hurricane hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, high winds, tornadoes, and flooding. This means it is important for your family to have a plan that includes all of these hazards. Remember, the GHMS Team is geared up and ready to weather any storm. As always, your business is much appreciated, and we will [...]
To make sure your boat is prepared: Plan where your boat will be in the event of a storm. If you plan to move it, make sure your vessel is in good running order, is fueled, and batteries are charged. Coordinate mooring plans with the boat owners around you. Find out from the Dock Master [...]
And that’s why it’s a mistake for South Floridians not to worry about tropical cyclones until after those monsters start boiling up off the African coast in August and September. Those early- and late-season storms are dangerous, too. Those that form in the Gulf of Mexico often move northeast and across the Florida peninsula, bringing [...]
DURING A HURRICANE WATCH -Listen to the radio or television for hurricane progress reports. -Check emergency supplies. -Fuel car. -Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys, and garden tools and anchor objects that cannot be brought inside. -Secure buildings by closing and boarding up windows. -Remove outside antennas and satellite dishes. -Turn [...]
Hurricane season is again upon us and it is imperative that all of us are prepared and evacuation and home protection plans are in place. The Gardens Home Management Services (GHMS) team is geared up for hurricane season 2013 and ready to weather the storm. Please let us know if there is anything we can [...]
History teaches that a lack of hurricane awareness and preparation are common threads among all major hurricane disasters. By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster. Hurricane hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, heavy rainfall, inland flooding, high winds, tornadoes, and [...]
Give yourself peace of mind and have your roof inspected prior to the 2013 Hurricane Season. Do you know what's in your water? Read below how Palm Beach County's drinking water supply faces increased pollution risks due to budget cuts. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to provide a better [...]
You’ve been there before. A homeowner or general contractor has a friend of a friend’s brother who offered to do one stage of construction for a good price. You haven’t heard of this person before, so you don’t know their work. When this happens, it raises a number of issues: Should the new contractor [...]
