MANILA, Philippines - The rainy season has set on us, and more often than not, evening news forecasts predict stormy weather ahead. And it’s always best to be prepared so that we will be able to manage the danger and the inconvenience brought about by heavy rains, storms, and floods.
As in all things, it’s best to be prepared. And Ace Hardware shares with us some tips on how to be typhoon ready and safe.
• Prepare a survival kit for your — and your family’s — safety. You can include hard hats to shield you from falling objects, working gloves that will keep your hands safe, and dust masks to filter the air. Rubber boots and rain suits will also keep you safe and dry.
• Ropes and multi function tools will keep you safe during an emergency.
• Light your way with portable flashlights and lamps. Constantly keep these charged in case of emergencies.
• Don’t let power failure let you down. Keep informed of the conditions outside with lanterns that double up as radios, mini gas stoves for cooking, water containers to help you stock up on clean, safe water.
• Keep all your safety supplies organized in a stackable plastic container for easy access.
Customers can avail of great savings and discounts on CFL bulbs, rechargeable lamps and lanterns, as well as circuit breakers and transformers. They can also earn rewards points when they use your SM Advantage, Prestige, and BDO Rewards cards.
Ace Hardware stores are located at all SM Supermalls nationwide, as well as Megacenter, the Mall in Cabanatuan, SM Hypermarket in Makati, and Savemore in Kauswagan Cagayan de Oro. These items are also available at AceBuilders stores at SM City North EDSA, SM City Fairview, and SM City Pampanga. Visit www.acehardware.ph for information.