As we enter the most active period of severe weather season, it is exceptionally important to know what to do in the case of strong to severe storms. Damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes can all play a factor in your spring plans.

If you are fairly new to DFW, or the North Texas region in general, you will quickly learn that mother nature has her ups and downs. If you've lived here a while, you have likely had a taste of everything we have to offer, and then some! But in the midst of severe weather, it is absolutely mandatory to have a plan in place in the case of severe weather. The first topic we will discuss is damaging winds.

Damaging winds are a very common occurrence here in the southern plains, especially here in North Texas. Damaging Winds can and, more often
than you may think, are MORE destructive than tornadoes, so it is important that you are not caught off guard.
1. Seek shelter indoors, preferrably away from doors and windows and in the centermost
room of your home. Just like a tornado, debris can quite literally be catapulted
through doors and windows, potentially injuring you if you are standing in front of a window.

2. You likely have heard this many times, but we highly recommend you have a way to recieve watches and warnings in the event
that the power goes out. Whether it is the local severe weather coverage on TV, or a weather radio, have a way to recieve information.

3. Find the innermost room in your house (preferrably lowest floor if possible), and stay there until the storm has passed.

4. Avoid travel during events that pose a wind threat, this includes non-convective events when there may not even be a cloud in the sky.
Gusty winds on high profile vehicles can physically lift the body, and that little bit of lift reduces traction between
your tires and the pavement, making you much more prone to losing control of your vehicle. If you must travel, ensure your
tires are properly inflated, and slow down!
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We set large hail right next to tornadoes and damaging winds. Both can cause major property damage, injuries and even death. Luckily, a lot of hail is just small enough to cause little to no significant damage. But hailstones become increasingly larger during the severe weather season, when all of the right ingredients frequently align. Here's what you can do to prepare for hail, and what to do in the event that hail threatens your home or business:

1. Bring pets indoors, hailstones can and will injure your pets, or livestock that may be exposed to the outdoors.

2. Find a substantial shelter for your vehicles, hail can and will easily bust your windshield and windows, and will
also make for a pricey visit to the repair shop.

3. Have your roof inspected, hire a professional to give you feedback on things you can do to improve the integrity of your roof. If possible, make repairs and fix anything that may compromise your safety! We recommend Platinum Contracting LLC (veteran owned) for all of your roofing needs!

4. Be prepared for power outages, have multiple ways of receiving watches and warnings. Information is important!

5. If you are driving a vehicle and you are caught in a hailstorm, slow down or stop (NOT UNDER OVERPASSES). Once pulled over, turn your back to any glass elements in your vehicle and cover yourself with blankets to avoid injury from any glass that may break.
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