Four Hurricane Hacks

Are you ready for Hurricane Season? These 4 hacks will ensure you are!
With hurricane season in full effect, it is important to be well prepared. While some people gather their belongings and devise an evacuation plan, others prepare their homes to wait it out and ride the storm. For those who don’t have evacuation plans and prefer to stay in your homes during this hurricane season, here are a few super easy and fun hacks to help you prepare.
If you need additional cooler space, here is an efficient option for you. When at the grocery store picking up essentials, grab a couple of extra bags of ice for your washing machine. Fill your machine with water jugs or any other items to keep them cold add the ice and close the lid. This makeshift cooler will keep things cold for several hours, depending on how often the lid is opened. Don’t panic when the ice melts, washing machines are designed to drain excess water.
The cup and coin tip helps ensure that your food is safe to consume during a power outage. For this hack all you will need is a cup of water and a coin. Freeze the cup of water, place a coin on top, and then place it back in your freezer. When experiencing a power outage, placing the coin within the cup will determine if the food in your freezer is safe for consumption. If the coin is found frozen within the cup, it tells you that the water has melted at some point. If the water in the cup melted then refroze, the same can be said for the food in the freezer. So, you may need to reconsider that yummy steak dinner you’ve been saving.
Save the laundry detergent jugs after using the last drop. These jugs are useful during hurricanes since water is not always readily accessible. Fill the jugs with water and have soap and paper towels handy for a makeshift sink/hand washing station. The spout on the jug will allow for easy access to keep your hands clean.
Pets are a major part of our families, so let’s ensure they are hurricane-ready just like you. When the storm starts to blow, your pets will need a dry, safe place to go. Create a “potty place” for your pets with a few simple items. Putting pieces of sod in a kiddie pool creates a safe place for your dogs to potty during the storm. A kiddie pool and some sod can also create the illusion that your pet is doing its business outside.
So, whether you decide to evacuate your home or wait it out, be sure to be prepared for anything the storm throws your way.