During this pandemic, a work from home setup is encouraged to contain the spread of the virus which means more time at home. The stress brought by the pandemic and then the recent thunderstorms can stir up your mood and lose your temper.
If you aren’t a pluviophile like many of us, you might be one of those who are having trouble during a rainy day.
Here are ways on how you can handle rainstorms like a pro at home and relieve yourself of some stress.
1. WEATHER FORECAST ON AND UPDATED
Pay attention to the news and weather reports and warnings. One of the things this pandemic taught us is to always be prepared for anything.
Did you know, you can enable severe weather alerts on your phone by just simply going into your settings> notifications> Government alerts then turn it on. When severe weather is near – your phone will vibrate and play an emergency tone based on your location.
2. STAY HOME AND SIP A CUP OF TEA
The best way to keep you and your family safe right now is to just keep staying in your house. Turn your home thermostat to your desired temperature and sip a cup of tea. It is safer to stay indoors during one.
Side note: before the bad weather arrives, be sure to check your home if it could withstand the incoming weather. Always stay informed with the evacuation and shelter guidance.
3. ALWAYS HAVE AN EMERGENCY KIT
Be sure to always have an emergency kit ready in your home. What are the essentials for your emergency kit?
A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items:
- Water (one gallon per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation)
- Food (at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food)
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
- Flashlight
- First aid kit
- Extra batteries
- Whistle (to signal for help)
- Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air)
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place)
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation)
- Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
- Manual can opener (for food)
- Local maps
- Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
- Download the Recommended Supplies List (PDF)
This is recommended for when the situation gets out of hand and you need to survive on your own for several days.
4. MANAGE TO STAY CALM AT ALL COST
What if you are still worried? Find something that will keep your mind off of it like cooking in the kitchen, listening to some music of your choice, or soak in a relaxing warm bath.
We are not saying to forget the problem at hand but handle it in a way that it will not affect your decision-making and keep you safe at all cost.
Remember, rainy days will pass sooner than you think, just like all of them do. And sometimes the sun comes out right away after a storm and you will be greeted with a splash of colour in the sky – a perfect rainbow!