06/17/2026
Well, it looks like we could be facing another stormy day in central Illinois.๐ช๏ธ
Danny Schahrer - Country Financial shared these great tips to help you and your family stay prepared and safe. Take a few minutes to review themโyou never know when they might come in handy!
With the potential weather threat today, hereโs how my family is preparing:
1) We have a video documenting every room of our house. Opening every drawer to show the contents, etc. Hoping we never need that video, but in case of a total loss, itโs extremely helpful in filling out the itemized list of all property so we can be properly compensated for everything. (Please make one!)
2) Securing all outdoor furniture as best we can. Not necessarily because the furniture is that important to us, but so wind doesnโt pick it up and blow it into our neighbors house.
3) Charging phones/portable chargers and replacing batteries in power station and flashlights.
4) Prepping our basement for the kids to sleep there. Including bringing their bike helmets down. Feels dramatic, but better safe than sorry. Making this as fun and stress-free for them as possible.
5) Most importantly, praying this is all for nothing. Praying a hedge of protection over our community and every family in it.
Iโm at work and my phone is on all day. Iโm here to help. Please call or text if you need help in any way. Stay safe!