Understanding Tricky Storm Forecasts In Tampa

8/12/2021 (Permalink)

If you do have storm damage our team is standing by to help. SERVPRO of West Tampa (813) 855-0888.

Understanding storms and changing forecasts is important to help you make good decisions. One good resource is the National Hurricane Center.

It's also important to understand what they are telling you.

Florida Division of Emergency Management provides this guidance on watches and warnings.

When a HURRICANE WATCH is issued, it means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area. The hurricane watch is issued 48 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds. This watch should trigger your family's disaster plan, and proactive measures should be initiated especially those actions that require extra time such as securing a boat, leaving a barrier island, etc.

When a HURRICANE WARNING is issued, it means that hurricane conditions are expected within the warning area. The hurricane warning is issued 36 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds. Once this warning has been issued, your family should be in the process of completing proactive actions and deciding the safest location to be during the storm.

Your Team In Tampa

If you do have storm damage our team is standing by to help. SERVPRO of West Tampa (813) 855-0888.

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

SERVPRO of West Tampa specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Trained And Ready To Help

SERVPRO of West Tampa is an IICRC firm. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.

No matter how many times a forecast changes, SERVPRO of West Tampa is here to help (813) 855-0888.