Hurricane season is here. Are you ready?

June 1st is the start of Hurricane Season in the US. Blossman Gas encourages its customers to prepare for hazardous conditions by assessing your home’s risk and developing emergency plans for protection against a potential storm.

Here are several important tips to ensure safety in the event of flooding or evacuation resulting from severe weather patterns.

Be Prepared Beforehand

• Maintain an adequate supply of propane in your tank. During and after a hurricane, propane and other types of fuel may not be readily available and roads leading to your home might not be accessible for delivery.
• Create an emergency plan and review it regularly with your family. This plan should include instructions for turning off your propane tank and indoor propane appliances.
• Have a disaster supply kit prepared. It should include clean water, non-perishable food, extra clothing and blankets, flashlights/batteries, and a battery-powered radio.
• It’s great to get your children involved in the preparation process too! Try making an educational game out of this Emergency Kit Scavenger Hunt.

During A Hurricane

• Evacuate the area when necessary. Listen to your local authorities for instructions on the appropriate course of action to take with regards to evacuations.
• If it is determined that you should evacuate, shut off your tank. Turn off the gas supply valve in a clockwise direction at the tank. Keep in mind, propane tanks should NEVER be stored indoors.

After A Hurricane

• If an evacuation was ordered, wait until local authorities have announced it is safe to return.
• Call your local Blossman Gas branch to schedule an appointment with a technician if you have turned off your gas supply. You should also call if you smell propane, if your propane tank has shifted or moved, or if your tank regulator or propane appliances were exposed to water.

Additional Resources

Guidelines On Properly Preparing Your Propane Tank and Appliances

Flooding Information

Tips on Safeguarding Outdoor Spaces

Emergency Kit Information

What To Do Before, During, and After a Hurricane

10 Things You Can Do to Keep Your Family Safe During A Hurricane