Top survey findings included:
Nearly 80% of respondents plan to prepare for the 2021 hurricane season up 21 percentage points over the 59% who said they planned to prepare in 2020.
Most respondents are willing to spend at least $100-500 on storm preparation.
Fewer than half of respondents review their home insurance policy annually, despite the fact that having adequate financial post-storm resources is a critical factor for successful recovery. As we approach the 2021 hurricane season, it s crucial that homeowners prepare before a disaster strikes, said FLASH President and CEO Leslie Chapman-Henderson. Those precautions include having a thorough understanding of your home and flood insurance policies, completing low-cost DIY home preparation activities, and working out detailed evacuation plans.
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Esperanza Gonzalez wraps herself in a blanket to stay warm in her apartment during power outage caused by the winter storm on February 16, 2021 in Houston, Texas. Winter storm Uri has brought historic cold weather, power outages and traffic accidents to Texas as storms have swept across 26 states with a mix of freezing temperatures and precipitation.
The deadly winter storm this week left millions of Americans without power and heat in frigid temperatures ― a situation that carries the risk of hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning and frostbite among other dangers.
While there are warming stations throughout hard-hit places like Texas, many are still riding out the icy aftermath in their homes. If you find yourself at home without power, there are ways to increase your safety and comfort.