Preparing for a hurricane storm surge is much like preparing for the hurricane event itself. We will look at preparedness and mitigation. Preparedness is focused primarily at taking certain action to reduce the risk to lives.
Mitigation is a concept that involves taking measures to protect property.
However, there are several mitigation strategies that can be implemented that will result in better protection of lives as well as property. The same holds true for preparedness- some preparation measures that protect lives also protect property. Find out if your home is subject to storm surge flooding. Inspect your property for potential problems that may arise during a hurricane. Trim back dead branches from trees, and take note of any objects that may become airborne during high winds.