- Mobile homes are particularly vulnerable to
hurricane-force winds.
- All mobile home owners must evacuate when the
evacuation order is given.
MOBILE HOME PREPARATIONS
- Pack all breakables in well-padded cartons and
place them on the floor.
- Remove bulbs from lamps and tape mirrors.
- Shutter windows. Tape only adds strength to the
window; it does not protect it completely.
- Turn off the water where it enters the home.
Open faucets and leave them open. If done correctly, no water should
flow.
- Shut off fuel lines and/or turn off gas bottles
at the tanks. Do not disconnect.
- Stow away or anchor outside objects such as
garbage cans, lawn furniture, etc.
- Minimize damage by using "over the top" and
"frame ties" to anchor the mobile home. "Over the top" keeps the
unit from overturning and "frame ties" prevent it from being blown
off the supports.
- Make arrangements for pets to stay with a
friend, relative or kennel if possible. There is one pet-friendly
shelter in Broward County, and it requires advance registration (see
Animals).
- List personal property, furnishings, clothing
and valuables. Take photos , both inside and outside, of the
structure and contents. This will assist adjusters in settling
claims and will help prove uninsured losses, which are tax
deductible.
- Mobile homes are particularly vulnerable to
hurricane-force winds.
- All mobile home owners must evacuate when the
evacuation order is given.
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