Smart Decisions for Families, Businesses, Travelers, and Schools
At WeatherValet, our mission is to help you make safe, informed decisions—wherever you are, whatever you do. From families and solo travelers to school leaders and business operators, weather awareness is your first line of defense. Below are essential safety tips for a wide range of weather events across the United States, with specific guidance for each audience.
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Severe Thunderstorms
Individuals/Families: Stay indoors. Avoid baths, showers, and electronics.
Travelers: Pull off the road safely and wait out the storm. Avoid underpasses and tall trees.
Businesses: Secure signage, outdoor equipment, and vehicles. Have a storm action plan for employees.
Schools: Move students and staff away from windows. Delay bus departures if lightning is active.
Tornadoes
Individuals/Families: Shelter in a basement or interior room. Use helmets and heavy blankets for protection.
Travelers: Do not stay in vehicles. Find a sturdy building. As a last resort, lie flat in a low ditch.
Businesses: Know shelter locations. Conduct tornado drills. Have an emergency communication plan.
Schools: Practice regular tornado drills. Lock classroom doors, account for all students, and stay in place until the all-clear.
Winter Storms & Extreme Cold
Individuals/Families: Stay home if roads are slick. Layer up. Keep extra food and water on hand.
Travelers: Keep a winter survival kit in your car—blankets, food, water, flashlight, and a charger.
Businesses: Communicate closures or adjusted hours early. Ensure heating systems are working properly.
Schools: Monitor road conditions for delays or closures. Have warm areas ready for students waiting on buses.
High Winds
Individuals/Families: Bring in loose items and avoid walking under trees.
Travelers: Avoid bridges and high-profile vehicles. Pull over safely if visibility is poor.
Businesses: Secure awnings, signs, and construction materials.
Schools: Keep students indoors during recess. Delay dismissal if necessary.
Flooding
Individuals/Families: Don’t drive or walk through floodwaters. Elevate valuables if flooding is expected.
Travelers: Reroute around flood-prone roads. Never take a chance crossing water-covered streets.
Businesses: Move sensitive equipment or inventory to higher floors. Know your flood risk.
Schools: Avoid sending buses through flood-prone areas. Coordinate early dismissals with weather partners.
Wild fires
Individuals/Families: Have an evacuation bag ready. Follow local evacuation orders immediately.
Travelers: Avoid high-risk areas. Check for road closures and air quality alerts.
Businesses: Clear brush around property. Protect HVAC systems from smoke infiltration.
Schools: Keep students indoors during high smoke days. Cancel outdoor activities if air quality is poor.
Hurricanes & Tropical Storms
Individuals/Families: Evacuate early if needed. Store supplies including water, food, batteries, and medicine.
Travelers: Don’t travel into the storm zone. Check hotel and airline cancellation policies.
Businesses: Board windows, back up digital data, and communicate closure plans with staff.
Schools: Work with emergency management to close campuses in advance. Share clear info with families.
Extreme Heat
Individuals/Families: Stay hydrated. Limit activity during midday. Check on elderly neighbors.
Travelers: Never leave kids or pets in parked cars—even for a few minutes.
Businesses: Adjust shift schedules if possible. Provide shade, hydration, and cooling stations.
Schools: Move recess and outdoor activities indoors. Watch for signs of heat exhaustion in students.
General Preparedness for
All Groups
Be Informed
- Sign up for WeatherValet alerts.
- Follow official local agencies and meteorologists.
Build Emergency Kits
- Water, food, medications, flashlights, batteries, first aid supplies.
- Include chargers, blankets, and essential documents.
Make a Plan
- Know where to go and how to communicate if separated.
- Schools and businesses should run regular safety drills.
Review and Update Regularly
- Weather risk changes by season—so should your plan.
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