Hurricane Preparedness for Your Yard

Did you know that hurricane season runs from June 1st til November 30th? I want to take this near mid-season opportunity to provide you with some hurricane preparation tips for your yard. All deadwood should be removed from any trees on-site as this helps to eliminate extra weight within the tree canopy as well as helps to prevent limbs from crashing through your roof tops, windows and vehicles. Additionally, when a storm threatens, potential "missile" items that should temporarily be removed from your yard are: coconuts hanging from your coconut palms; dead palm fronds, garden tools, yard statues; garden flags and their posts; lawn furniture; hanging plants, wind chimes and any other items that are not securely attached to the buildings on site. Any one of these objects can become projectiles in a strong storm causing significant damage to yours or your neighbor's property as well as being human hazards. Coconuts will grow back and yard art can be put back in place after the storm.