(Via 6abc.com)
It is predicted that Hurricane Joaquin will bring strong gusts of wind and an estimated rainfall of 4-8 inches to the Philadelphia area. The fear is that the heavy rainfall will cause major flooding in areas already prone to flooding and to frequently traveled roadways as well. In addition to that a major concern surrounding the wind is power outages. Preventative actions have already begun and in Philadelphia as well as surrounding suburbs, township workers have been working diligently to trim trees that are hanging dangerously close to power lines. In Atlantic City, officials will meet today to discuss how they will be preparing for the upcoming storm. Be prepared to enter a zoo when stopping past your local grocery store, as everyone will be stocking up on bread, milk, eggs, flashlights and batteries.
It’s not a bad idea to stock up on flashlights and batteries as the power going out is a likely possibility over the next few days. Be sure to ensure the safety of your home and/or business if the power does indeed go out with Phila-Locksmith. For those of you who have smart locks check to make sure a power outage will not affect the performance of your locks. Some smart locks communicate with wireless devices by means of a wi-fi connection and some interact with your security system, so if there is a disruption in the system, then you may face issues with your home security. One brand of smart lock, August, operates off of 4 AA batteries and sends signals to your smartphone by means of Bluetooth, so if your power goes out, you will still be able to use your lock completely. If your wireless device happens to die, you can log in on a different device and use the standard key option on the lock as well. If you have any questions about your smart lock and what you should do in the event of a power outage, feel free to contact Phila-Locksmith. We have certified residential and commercial locksmiths who specialize in servicing smart locks. They can come out to ensure your lock is working properly, and to give you tips to keep your home secure in case the power does go out.
Another common incident that occurs to homeowners when the power goes out is getting locked out of their home. People generally lock themselves out by absent-mindedly leaving their keys inside their home or vehicle because they are too focused on all the commotion going on around them due to the power outage. One may also use their garage as the main point of entry into their home and may not have their keys on them at all. If you use your garage door for entry into your home and the power goes out, you most likely will not be able to get into your home without the assistance of an emergency locksmith. If you find yourself locked out of your home. vehicle, or business over the next few days because of this storm, Phila-Locksmith will be waiting on your call to send an emergency locksmith to your location in as little as 20 minutes! We have technicians on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so give us a call today at (215) 554-6109 to ensure your safety during Hurricane Joaquin and to assist you with all your emergency locksmith needs!