Scranton Motors has stocked up on ice and gasoline to help our customers in case this storm becomes hazardous. Please call us if you have need of our assistance in any manner (860-872-9145).
We currently have openings on Saturday and Monday to have a PRE-STORM vehicle inspection done on your vehicle. We will perform a Battery Test, 27 point vehicle inspection and give you $5.00 of FREE GAS to help you out before the storm hits us late Monday. Don’t be caught with a stranded vehicle this coming week. Call our service department and book your appointment today.
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Here we go again! At this time last year we were hit with a terrible winter storm and many of us lost power for weeks. With Hurricane Sandy brewing we may be in for the same story one year later. In the days before the big storm hits, now is the perfect time to stock up on necessary goods and prepare for the storm to come! Here are our tips on how to protect yourself and be ready for when Sandy comes rolling through town:
Tips for your vehicle
- Keep your vehicle parked inside a covered area
- (preferably your garage to keep your vehicle free from flying debris)
- DO NOT PARK UNDER TREES unless you have no other alternative
- If you have to park outside, park on higher ground to avoid water entry in case of flooding
- Avoid driving in flooded areas where the water exceeds 6 inches deep; this could cause major electrical or engine damage
- Should you vehicle be flooded and under water, do not attempt to start the engine. Call us for towing or after hours call Larry’s Towing (860-871-1790) to have the vehicle brought to Scranton Motors
Tips for your home
- Empty the ice from your freezer (if we lose power). THIS IS ESSENTIAL! Should the ice melt, it could ruin the kitchen floor and cause considerable damage.
- Move all loose items from your deck including deck furniture
- Keep your windows closed during the storm
- Turn on the pilot light for your gas fireplace if you have one,
- your gas fireplace will provide some heat in your home in the event that we lose power
If
we are out of Power for several days, your smoke alarm may start beeping; this
does not necessarily mean you have an emergency, but that you may need new batteries
Other Great Tips!
- Stock up on ice and make sure that you have enough coolers to hold food for a couple of days
- Keep your cell phones charged!
- Consider purchasing a cell phone car charger if you don’t already have one
- Make sure that you have batteries for flash bulbs and lamps. Do not rely on candles if you can help it.
- Stock up on bottles of water
- Purchase batteries for a radio if you have one
- Fill Up your Gas Tank
- Make sure your gas BBQ propane tank is full (you will at least be able to cook some hot food)
- If the storm winds become strong, avoid going outside. Stay inside, warm and dry in a safe location within your home.
- Make sure you have a pre-planned escape route from your home in case of heavy damage, have a pre-arranged meet up area that all members of your household have agreed to meet in case you need to evacuate.
- In the event we have major lightning, unplug all non essential electrical components to protect them from electrical surges.
