Gilbert residents should brace themselves for an incoming rainstorm this weekend. With expectations of cooler weather, the town is also mindful of potential hazards and is encouraging locals to prepare their homes and families, as reported by the Town of Gilbert's official website.
According to the Town of Gilbert website, there are measures in place to assist the community ahead of the storm. Gilbert Fire & Rescue stations are offering sand and bags on a first-come, first-serve basis to help secure properties against possible flooding. Residents should note that they need brings their own shovels to fill the bags. Key locations where these resources can be acquired include Gilbert Fire Stations 1, 3, and 9, identified by their addresses on Williams Field Road, Guadalupe Road, and Ocotillo Road respectively.
When the rain descends, Gilbert is advising a few key safety tips to navigate the storm. Visibility during such conditions can drop significantly, leading the authorities to offer the straightforward advice: "Pull aside, stay alive." Motorists are warned to exercise caution and find a safe area to wait out hazardous conditions. Should residents spot hazards like fallen trees or debris, they can report these by contacting the Gilbert Police Department's non-emergency line. Moreover, with nature taking care of watering, the town suggests giving your irrigation systems a rest during the wetter periods.
For those facing power issues during the storm, real-time updates are available through utility providers’ outage maps. Staying informed is crucial and the town underscores the importance of heeding updates from the National Weather Service throughout the weekend. Comprehensive preparedness information can also be found on Town of Gilbert's website by navigating to their dedicated Monsoon Tips page.
