UPDATE: I never heard back from Melissa W and had to choose another winner. The winner chosen was Robin L.
**The winner of this giveaway has been randomly chosen and announced on the Rafflecopter below. Congrats to Melissa W, I have emailed you!
Tornado and Hurricane season is in full swing so we really should plan ahead to be prepared as we never know when one of these storms may hit. Did you know that each year the United States gets an average 5.9 hurricanes, 1,000 tornadoes and 10,000 severe thunderstorms? I know that this year in Florida, we have already had some major thunderstorms, so it is wise to be prepared!
Storms can be very scary especially if you are not prepared to face them. Here are some steps that you can follow to ensure that you are prepared to face an unpredictable storm:
Before the storm
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Listen to the news and local forecasts to give yourself as much notice as possible
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Secure a back-up generator, such as a Generac portable generator, and place it off the floor in case you experience flooding
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Make sure your generator is in working order by checking the oil and adding fresh fuel with a bottle of STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment to keep the fuel fresh and combat damage from ethanol in today’s gasoline
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Run the generator for a few minutes. If the generator does not start, add a bottle of Start Your Engines! Fuel Revitalizer to clean the fuel injectors, carburetor and intake valves and get the engine up and running quickly
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Create a storm kit of must-have items, such as a battery operated radio, flashlights, batteries, candles, matches, bottled water, blankets, non-perishable food, can opener, first aid kit, list of phone numbers, prescription medications and games to pass the time
When a storm is on its way
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Listen to the news to keep updated on the storm’s status
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Obey evacuation directions in dire situations
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Make sure your cell phone is charged and keep a charger with you
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Set your refrigerator and freezer controls to the coldest settings to keep food longer should the power go out
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Fill your car’s gas tank just in case you need to drive to safety
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Take out a reasonable amount of cash in case ATMs are out of order
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Tie down any large objects outdoors that may get thrown during a storm (e.g. patio furniture, toys) and place valuables inside in a safe place off the floor
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Ensure a supply of water for sanitary purposes by filling your bathtub, sinks and other large containers with water
When a storm is in progress
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Stay indoors and away from windows or glass doors
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Take refuge in a small interior room or closet or below ground if possible
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Listen to the news for updates and directions on how to proceed
For a chance to win even more prizes, enter the “Storm Season: Be Ready” national sweepstakes at Facebook.com/STABILBrand or watch the Preparing Small Engines for Stormy Weather video. (Please note: STA-BIL is conducting a national giveaway on Facebook that is separate from your giveaway. We simply included this in case you wanted to give your readers more chances to win.)
About STA-BIL
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About Start Your Engines!
Start Your Engines!® is the easiest way to get hard-starting engines back up and running fast. It works by dissolving?gas that has gone bad during storage and then moves?through the?fuel system?to the engine where it ignites to get your?equipment started quickly. Simply pour this advanced synthetic formula into the unit’s fuel tank to cure hard starting, rough idling and stalling. Visit StartYourEnginesUS.com.
MY SWEET SAVINGS STORM PREPAREDNESS GIVEAWAY
Now on to the giveaway! One My Sweet Savings reader is going to win a Storm Prep kit valued at $90! The kit will contain:
- American Red Cross Self Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio and Flashlight
- 61 Piece First Aid Kit
- Potable Water Treatment Tablets
- Emergency Whistle
- STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment
- Start Your Engines! Fuel System Revitalizer
To enter this giveaway please follow the instuctions on the Rafflecopter below. The first entry is mandatory while you can gain additional entries with the other options. Good Luck Everyone!
Disclaimer: The items featured in this giveaway were provided by Gold Eagle Co. and will be sent to the winner directly. Opinions expressed in this post are 100% my own. I have been sent some samples/products for my review.
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