Clay County, FL
Home MenuPreparing Your Home
Here are a few simple steps to help you prepare your home for an emergency.
🧹 Clean Roof, Gutters, and Drains
Remove leaves and debris to prevent water damage.
Fix any loose or broken parts on your roof or gutters.
🪑 Secure Outdoor Items
Bring in patio furniture, potted plants, and yard decorations.
Tie down larger items that must stay outside.
🦟 Remove Standing Water
Turn over containers like birdbaths, buckets, and toys.
Mosquitos lay eggs in still water—empty it often.
🌳 Trim Trees and Shrubs
Cut back branches near your home.
Remove dead or rotting trees to reduce storm damage risk.
⚠️ The Do's and Don'ts of Portable Generators
✅ Do:
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Run your generator a few times a year to make sure it works.
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Keep plenty of fresh fuel on hand.
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Check the oil often.
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Use heavy-duty, properly grounded extension cords.
🚫 Don’t:
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Never run a generator inside your home or garage.
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Never store fuel near fire sources or inside your home.
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Never connect a generator directly to your home's electrical panel.
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Never overload your generator—stay within the wattage limit.
