HURRICANE IRENE

Prep That Basement

by | Aug 26, 2011 10:21 am | Comments (0)

As Hurricane Irene approaches the east coast boasting an estimated 10 inches of rain and wind gusts of over 100 mph, the national basement waterproofing network Basement Systems, Inc., is urging homeowners to be prepared by checking their sump pump systems and getting a battery back-up.

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If The Power Goes Out

by | Aug 26, 2011 7:29 am | Comments (0)

The Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau urges everyone to exercise caution when using generators and candles during the power outages. Such outages occur locally with the possible impending hurricane or tropical storm. 

Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief – Fire Prevention, states that such outages can present fire hazards that many people might not normally think about. The fire prevention bureau recommends planning ahead of time and offers the following important safety tips:

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