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To prepare your home for tsunamis, install storm shutters, reinforce doors with steel frames, and elevate electrical outlets and switches at least 12 inches above the projected flood level. Consider installing a tsunami warning system and have a family emergency plan in place. Regularly inspect and maintain your home's defenses.
Protecting Your Home’s Structure
Install storm shutters made of metal or impact-resistant glass to prevent wind-borne debris from entering your home. Reinforce doors with steel frames, secure them with deadbolt locks, and consider installing a panic room or safe room. Elevate electrical outlets and switches at least 12 inches above the projected flood level to prevent water damage.
Warning Systems and Emergency Planning
Consider installing a tsunami warning system that includes a siren or alarm, and a communication device that can send alerts to your phone or other devices. Have a family emergency plan in place that includes a safe meeting point, evacuation routes, and a contact person outside the affected area. Regularly practice and review your plan with all household members.
Securing Your Property
Clear your property of debris and obstacles that could become projectiles in high winds or floodwaters. Trim trees and shrubs to minimize branches that could cause damage. Consider installing a floodgate or berm to block floodwaters from entering your property. Secure any outdoor furniture, decorations, or other items that could become projectiles or cause damage.
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