Being Prepared
September 2, 2009
The past week has certainly been a wake-up call for all of the residents of the state of California. Our hot, dry summer culminated in a wild fires breaking out from the north to the south. This year, the fires were not so much driven by winds as by the dry vegetation that covered our hillsides. The amazing thing about these fires is how capable our firefighters are at saving lives and property.
What are some preparations that residents can make? First, if you live near undeveloped land, clear the brush away from your property. Make your own fire break. Plant fire resistant plants and shrubs. Walk your property to check out the vulnerable areas.
Another important preparation, and probably just good sense, is to keep documents that would be difficult to replace in a safe location. Don't have those precious photos scattered about. Either sort them into albums or box them and store them in a readily accessible area of your home. Inventory your possession and prioritize them so that you will be prepared to gather up the ones that have the most meaning and take them with you in the event that a disaster occurs.
Review your homeowners' insurance coverage and be certain that it is adequate and that it contains a rebuild provision.
It is easy to put off this kind of preparation with the "It can't happen to me" attitude. But just getting your affairs in order is a worthwhile goal.
The past week has certainly been a wake-up call for all of the residents of the state of California. Our hot, dry summer culminated in a wild fires breaking out from the north to the south. This year, the fires were not so much driven by winds as by the dry vegetation that covered our hillsides. The amazing thing about these fires is how capable our firefighters are at saving lives and property.
What are some preparations that residents can make? First, if you live near undeveloped land, clear the brush away from your property. Make your own fire break. Plant fire resistant plants and shrubs. Walk your property to check out the vulnerable areas.
Another important preparation, and probably just good sense, is to keep documents that would be difficult to replace in a safe location. Don't have those precious photos scattered about. Either sort them into albums or box them and store them in a readily accessible area of your home. Inventory your possession and prioritize them so that you will be prepared to gather up the ones that have the most meaning and take them with you in the event that a disaster occurs.
Review your homeowners' insurance coverage and be certain that it is adequate and that it contains a rebuild provision.
It is easy to put off this kind of preparation with the "It can't happen to me" attitude. But just getting your affairs in order is a worthwhile goal.
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