Preparing For The Winter Storm Season:

• Create an EMERGENCY PLAN for your family (ready.acgov.org or www.ready.gov)
• Assess storm/flood risk for your property
• Schedule home repairs now (roofs, doors, windows)
• Review, update or purchase flood insurance policies
• Store emergency supplies (first aid kit, essential medicines, cash, food, non-electric can opener, portable radio, flashlights, and spare batteries) in air-tight bags and in handy locations
• Clear drains and rain gutters to make sure they are clear of debris.
• Inspect your property and maintain your drainage systems. Align downspouts.
• Trim trees and landscaping as needed to ensure branches and limbs are away from your structure and powerlines.
• Keep leaves and yard trimmings out of storm drains and gutters.
• Install surge protectors on sensitive electrical equipment Turn off automatic sprinklers.
• Don't store hazardous materials in areas that may be subject to flooding.
• Purchase empty or pre-filled sandbags
• Install sandbags to create temporary barriers as needed.
• Sign up to receive road closure and storm impact emails through the Public Works Agency's website (www.acgov.org/pwa)