Storms & Floods: The Lifeline of Neighborly Connections

Join us in this episode as we interview Wallayce Todd of Community CPR to explore the vital role of community connections in the rural areas of Columbus County after storms. Learn how her organizing, Community CPR, and neighborly bonds transform lives, foster resilience, and strengthen the social fabric of our region's rural communities.

Ten Things to Do to Prepare for a Storm and Flooding:

1. Create an Emergency Plan: Develop a family emergency plan, including communication methods, evacuation routes, and meeting points.
2. Assemble an Emergency Kit: Pack essentials like water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, a first aid kit, and important documents.
3. Stay Informed: Monitor weather forecasts and sign up for local emergency alerts to stay updated on the storm's progress.
4. Protect Your Home: Install storm shutters or board up windows, clear gutters and drains, and secure outdoor furniture and items that could become projectiles.
5. Prepare for Power Outages: Have backup power sources like generators and stock up on extra batteries and power banks for electronic devices.
6. Elevate Important Items: Move valuable items, electronics, and documents to higher ground or upper floors to protect them from potential flooding.
7. Check Insurance Coverage: Review your home and flood insurance policies to ensure adequate coverage for storm and flood damage.
8. Plan for Pets: Ensure you have supplies and a plan for your pets, including food, water, and carriers for evacuation.
9. Know How to Turn Off Utilities: Learn how to safely turn off gas, electricity, and water in case of emergency.
10. Stay Connected with Neighbors: Build a network with your neighbors to share resources, information, and support before, during, and after the storm.

Never drive into flood water, as it can be deceptively deep and dangerous, risking your safety and the safety of others.

Hosted & Produced by Akshay Gokul 

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