Risk library
Storm
Secure the perimeter before wind turns objects into hazards.
Storm preparedness starts before the peak: secure outdoor objects, protect openings, keep people away from exposed areas and wait for the official end of the alert before inspection.
Do not go outside to repair, move objects or watch the storm. Falling branches, flying debris, waves and power lines can remain dangerous even during a lull.
Warning signs
Use alerts and visible changes.
High-wind warnings, storm alerts and local instructions should trigger a household routine before conditions deteriorate.
Follow weather and local authority warnings for wind, storm surge, thunderstorms or heavy rain.
Watch trees bending strongly, objects moving, structural whistling or pressure changes.
Charge phones and batteries before the storm.
Identify a safe interior room away from windows.
Protection
Secure what can move, close what can break.
A short routine can prevent many avoidable injuries and material losses.
Bring in or tie down garden furniture, bins, tools, tarps and umbrellas.
Park vehicles away from trees, signs, cranes and power lines.
Close and lock windows, shutters and doors.
Shelter in an interior room during the episode.
Reinforcement
Prepare the home for future storms.
Roof, trees, openings and outdoor storage are the main prevention points to review before the next alert.
Have roof tiles, flashing and fixings checked by a professional.
Prune overhanging branches according to local rules.
Install robust shutters or storm protection in exposed zones.
Create anchor points and closed storage for outdoor objects.
Household checklist
Identify an interior room without windows.
Prepare a fast routine for furniture, bins, pots, tarps, gates and shutters.
Charge phones and external batteries before the episode.
Move vehicles away from trees, signs and power lines.
Wait for the official end of the alert before inspecting roof, trees or cables.