Hurricane Season: A Little Prep, A Lot Less Worry

Hurricane season is here again, and with it comes the annual reminder to check around the house, stock up on essentials, and prepare for whatever the skies may bring. While we all hope for a calm season, a little preparation goes a long way.

I’ll admit, I’ve learned this firsthand over the years. I remember putting downspout extenders around my home to make sure water flowed away from the foundation. Small step, big payoff when the rains hit. And if you’ve lived in Virginia long enough, you probably remember Hurricane Isabel — 18 inches of rain in a single day, massive flooding, roads underwater, and yes… even the dam breaking at a favorite fishing pond because someone (no names mentioned!) forgot to check if the beavers had clogged the spillway.

So, when it comes to storms, a little prevention can save a lot of headaches.