Winter storm is one of the most devastating act of nature. In the US, it has tarnished some lands and cause some homeowners to lose their properties amidst the chaos and disorder. In the following report of NBC News, it mentioned the danger that winter storm brought to Southern California yesterday Sunday:
Winter Storm Downs Trees, Prompts Flooding in SoCal
A cold winter storm was moving through Southern California, unleashing moderate to heavy rain, strong winds and isolated thunderstorms on Sunday.
Forecasters warned the storm could bring flooding and mud flows in recent burn areas, dangerous driving conditions in the mountains, and powerful winds that could potentially down trees and power lines, according to the National Weather Service. Read full report...
There is no telling on when and where exactly a storm may hit or have a significant damage. With our advance technology, there is still no hundred percent accuracy of the forecast being given. Despite the said challenges at hand, it would still be wise to prepare for the worse, for sudden climate or weather changes may be observed in the last minute of a storm without any warning.
Though preparation may not usually give a hundred percent assurance of safety, still it is better to be prepared than sorry. That is why in one of the articles of Helen Lowman, she highlighted some important preparations for a winter storm:
Here's What You Need to Do to Prepare for the Next Big Winter Storm
Stay Informed
Download the FEMA app on to your mobile device, which will provide you with access to a number of useful tools. Receive severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service; save a custom list of the items in your family's emergency kit; locate and receive driving directions to open shelters and disaster recovery centers; and find safety tips on how to stay safe before, during, and after over 20 types of hazards, such as floods and hurricanes. Read full text...
There are many things you may do to prepare. But in the background of each preparation, never be too confident, for disaster strikes when you least expected it. Always be ready no matter what level of readiness you have been practicing.
