La Jolla Real Estate: La Jolla Luxury Homes

Hurricane, Cyclone or Typhoon there is no difference

Although it is unusual for a major Hurricane to strike the La Jolla area, anything is possible.  It is always wise to be prepared.  Whether it is something as major as a hurricane or something as minor as a short power outage.  Here are a few tips that everyone should use regardless of what area of La Jolla you live in.

Have a Family Plan:  Just a few of these are:  know what type of hazard could affect your home, such as your flood zone or storm surge probablity.  Determine which room in your La Jolla home will be the safest.  Know your escape routes from your home and always set a meeting place should you and your family become separated.

Create a supply kit:  A few items you should include are:  

• Water is the most important supply you can have.  You should have at least 1 gallon per day per person for approximately 5 days.
• Make sure you purchase non perishable food and always have a non-electric can opener handy.  
• Battery Operated Radio, and batteries.

If you do have to evacuate your La Jolla home make sure you have a place to go and don't try to leave at the last minute.

Secure your home:  One way is to be sure that there are no loose objects left in your yard that can be thrown through your windows during high winds.

Please don't forget your pets:  If you have to evacuate to a shelter make sure that they allow pets.  Some shelters only allow dogs or cats. Make sure that your pet is current on all vaccinations and keep proof of them.  

Although it is rare for a major event to strike, it is always best to be prepared.