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9/10/2019 (Permalink)

This photo shows the mitigation and drying process to ensure that after the flooding occurred, the homeowners wouldn’t incur mold growth.

September is national preparedness month. In recent years, many different types of disasters have affected the United States. Flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires and blizzards are natural disasters that can threaten your home, business and community. During national preparedness month, your local SERVPRO of East Vancouver/ Clark County professionals want you to be aware of the steps to take to help prepare for mother nature’s worst.
If disaster strikes, will you be ready? It is important to prepare before disaster occurs consider the following steps to help you prepare for an emergency situation.
-Sign up for local alerts and warnings, download apps, and/or check access for wireless emergency alerts.
-Develop and test emergency communication plans.
-Assemble or update emergency supplies.
-Learn about local hazards and conduct a drill to practice emergency response actions.
-Participate in a preparedness discussion, training, or class.
-Collect and safeguard critical documents.
-Plan with neighbors to help each other and share resources.
-Document property and obtain appropriate insurance for relevant hazards.
Emergencies can happen anytime to anyone. Take action now to protect yourself and your property.

A local alert option here in Clark County is Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency (CRESA.)