“This means that with (spring) also come severe weather episodes. They go do it more frequently here in Central Texas. One of the very important recommendations, of course, is that you be prepared,” said meteorologist Gabriel Torres.
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What is a severe storm?
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The National Weather Service classifies a storm as “severe” when it produces damaging wind gusts of more than 58 miles per hour or hail one inch in diameter or larger.
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The severe weather season begins in March and generally falls off quite quickly in the warmer months of June. The peak of the severe weather season is in May. You need to beware of frequent lightning strikes and heavy rains that lead to flooding.
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Because spring weather conditions are so unpredictable, you may not be prepared when severe weather strikes, so experts ask that you prepare ahead of time.
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How to prepare the family for the severe weather season?
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“You must have non-perishable food in your house in case the power goes out, we have registered it in past years where people cannot go out because it is flooded, because it is frozen because there are tornadoes outside because we have hail, always be prepared,” Torres said.
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These are some of the things you should have prepared, according to authorities:
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- A battery-powered flashlight
- Battery Operated Radio
- Prepare an emergency shelter or evacuation plan, including a map of your home and, for each type of severe weather emergency, routes to safety from each room.
- A list of important personal information, including: phone numbers of neighbors, family and friends
- Insurance and property information
- Telephone numbers of utility companies
- Prepare list with medical information
- 3-5 day supply of bottled water and non-perishable food
- personal hygiene items
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- An emergency kit in your car
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