The sunshine state is renowned for, well, its sunshine. So renowned that people often forget that we're also one of the rainiest places around and that hurricanes are a thing. Yes, the infamous natural disasters that pay the Clermont area every year around this time. Hurricane season is rapidly approaching and there's a likely a lot of prep work you haven't gotten around to doing yet. For some tips on getting started, following along with us at Toyota of Clermont!
The Best Things to do in Preparation for Hurricane Season
1) Take Care of Essential Auto Service
While it's likely you'll wind up sheltering in place if we experience a high intensity storm this hurricane season, there's always the chance you'll need to evacuate the Clermont area. If this happens, a flat tire or overheating engine is definitely going to put a dent in those plans. Make sure to take care of your ride before anything goes sideways.
2) Time for a Photoshoot (for Insurance. Don't Get Excited)
Think of your Clermont Toyota car as a certified IG baddie and you need the best pics for maximum likes. Now, channel that energy into taking photos of your ride but for insurance purposes. During hurricane season anything can happen to your ride and having documented evidence of your ride's condition before a natural disaster ensures that your insurance claim won't be in doubt.
3) Review Your Insurance Policy
While we're on the topic of making sure your car insurance claim doesn't come into question this hurricane season, you should review your policy. Make sure you know what aspects of your Clermont Toyota car is covered before disaster strikes.
4) Get Your Essentials Together
They don't make car emergency kits for nothing. Before this hurricane season, make sure your Clermont Toyota car has one that contains things like first aid equipment, jumper cables, ponchos, gloves, a tire gauge, and reflective items in case you break down on a roadway. You should also pack essentials like spare charging cables, sealed snacks, a physical map, and whatever else you might need.
5) Pick a Strategic Parking Space
Before the worst of hurricane season strikes the Clermont area, make sure you find a parking space where your ride will be safe. Try for an enclosed and covered spot like a garage. If not, just make sure you're not parked under a tree or a structure that could fall over.
Need more tips on how to keep your ride safe during hurricane season in Clermont? Contact us at Toyota of Clermont! We're located at 16851 State Road 50 and open seven days a week.
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