Weather resources for businesses

Supporting you and your business when the skies darken

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Preparing for and reacting to extreme weather events

Below are resources to support you and your business when prepping for inclement weather.

 

Hurricanes | Severe storms | Winter weather | Wildfires | Hail Tornadoes | Freezing temperatures


Hurricanes

Quick tips before a hurricane

  1. Shut off gas to the building if you know how to do it safely.
  2. Move items inside that may blow around during the storm and cause damage.
  3. Park your fleet in a garage and take the keys with you.
  4. Secure openings (doors, windows, garage doors) from flying objects and high winds.
  5. Remove items from the floor in case of flooding.

 

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Severe storms

Quick tips before a storm

  1. Secure outdoor heating and cooling units, including HVAC, turbines and exhaust fans.
  2. Move items inside (outdoor equipment, materials, furniture) that may blow around during the storm and cause damage.
  3. Park your fleet in a garage and take the keys with you to a secure location.
  4. Remove items from the floor in case of flooding.
  5. Take photographs so you have a pre-storm record of your property.
 

Additional resources

 

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Winter weather

Quick tips before the storm

  1. Position heaters, snow blowers, shovels and generators in a safe location where they are easy to access.
  2. Keep driveways and walkways clear of snow and ice.
  3. Consider hiring a contractor to remove snow from roofs and prevent ice dams.
  4. Clear snow three feet around fire hydrants and outside sprinkler control valves so they are accessible.
  5. Prepare for power outages by having flashlights and a gas or battery-powered generator.
     

Additional resources

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Wildfires

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If you are evacuating your business when a fire is approaching

  1. Shut off gas at the meter or propane at the tank if you know how to do it safely. Call a professional if needed.
  2. Turn off HVAC to keep out smoke and cover vents.
  3. Install fire-resistant shutters or plywood carefully to help protect from radiant heat and embers.
  4. Turn on interior and exterior lights to help with visibility in case of smoke.
  5. Remove window treatments and move furniture away from doors and windows. 
 

Additional resources

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Hail

Quick tips during a storm

  1. Seek shelter if you are outside and protect your head from hail.
  2. Remain inside and stay away from windows.
  3. Do not use phones or electrical outlets during a severe hailstorm where lightning is present or you risk electrocution.
  4. Safely pull over to the side of the road if you are driving. Close your sunroof cover and position yourself away from the sunroof to avoid shattered glass.

 

Additional resources

 

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Tornadoes

Quick tips before a tornado

  1. Select a shelter and make a plan.
  2. Stock your shelter area with supplies.
  3. Keep your eye on the sky for heavy dark, clouds with thunder and lightning.
  4. Listen to local news for updates.
     


Additional resources

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Freezing temperatures

Quick tips before the cold

  1. Relocate outdoor materials or equipment that could be damaged by extreme cold to an indoor location.
  2. Drain and shut off water to outdoor faucets and pipes to help prevent freezing.
  3. Insulate exposed pipes. Check freeze protection of wet fire protection system piping.
  4. Know where the water shutoff valve is and how to use it.
  5. Check that electric pipe tracing systems are working correctly.
     

Additional resources

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Preparing for and reacting to extreme weather events

Below are resources to support you and your business when prepping for inclement weather.

 

Hurricanes | Severe storms | Winter weather | Wildfires | Hail Tornadoes | Freezing temperatures


Hurricanes

Quick tips before a hurricane

  1. Shut off gas to the building if you know how to do it safely.
  2. Move items inside that may blow around during the storm and cause damage.
  3. Park your fleet in a garage and take the keys with you.
  4. Secure openings (doors, windows, garage doors) from flying objects and high winds.
  5. Remove items from the floor in case of flooding.

 

Additional resources

See more tips and resources

 

Severe storms

Quick tips before a storm

  1. Secure outdoor heating and cooling units, including HVAC, turbines and exhaust fans.
  2. Move items inside (outdoor equipment, materials, furniture) that may blow around during the storm and cause damage.
  3. Park your fleet in a garage and take the keys with you to a secure location.
  4. Remove items from the floor in case of flooding.
  5. Take photographs so you have a pre-storm record of your property.
 

Additional resources

 

See more tips and resources

 

Winter weather

Quick tips before the storm

  1. Position heaters, snow blowers, shovels and generators in a safe location where they are easy to access.
  2. Keep driveways and walkways clear of snow and ice.
  3. Consider hiring a contractor to remove snow from roofs and prevent ice dams.
  4. Clear snow three feet around fire hydrants and outside sprinkler control valves so they are accessible.
  5. Prepare for power outages by having flashlights and a gas or battery-powered generator.
     

Additional resources

See more tips and resources

 

Wildfires

.

If you are evacuating your business when a fire is approaching

  1. Shut off gas at the meter or propane at the tank if you know how to do it safely. Call a professional if needed.
  2. Turn off HVAC to keep out smoke and cover vents.
  3. Install fire-resistant shutters or plywood carefully to help protect from radiant heat and embers.
  4. Turn on interior and exterior lights to help with visibility in case of smoke.
  5. Remove window treatments and move furniture away from doors and windows. 
 

Additional resources

See more tips and resources

 

Hail

Quick tips during a storm

  1. Seek shelter if you are outside and protect your head from hail.
  2. Remain inside and stay away from windows.
  3. Do not use phones or electrical outlets during a severe hailstorm where lightning is present or you risk electrocution.
  4. Safely pull over to the side of the road if you are driving. Close your sunroof cover and position yourself away from the sunroof to avoid shattered glass.

 

Additional resources

 

See more tips and resources

 

Tornadoes

Quick tips before a tornado

  1. Select a shelter and make a plan.
  2. Stock your shelter area with supplies.
  3. Keep your eye on the sky for heavy dark, clouds with thunder and lightning.
  4. Listen to local news for updates.
     


Additional resources

See more tips and resources 

 

Freezing temperatures

Quick tips before the cold

  1. Relocate outdoor materials or equipment that could be damaged by extreme cold to an indoor location.
  2. Drain and shut off water to outdoor faucets and pipes to help prevent freezing.
  3. Insulate exposed pipes. Check freeze protection of wet fire protection system piping.
  4. Know where the water shutoff valve is and how to use it.
  5. Check that electric pipe tracing systems are working correctly.
     

Additional resources

See more tips and resources