Are you relocating to Edmond, Oklahoma but concerned about our spring weather? As an Edmond Realtor working with clients new to the area, the subject of weather often comes up. Especially this time of year. Many Edmond home buyers new to our area are insistent that the homes we visit have a storm shelter. And if that is you, I am more than happy to oblige. But the truth is, the vast majority of Oklahoma homes do not have a storm shelter. By, limiting your search for an Edmond home to those only those that have a storm shelter, you may be missing out on the perfect home for you! I was recently present at an Edmond Board of Realtors luncheon where the keynote speaker was David Payne. David Payne is a meteorologist for KFOR news in Oklahoma City. After a fascinating speech he opened the floor for questions. He was asked, "Do you have a storm shelter in your own home?" The answer, "No."If you purchase a sturdy home without a storm shelter in Edmond you can still be safe (it is not safe to remain in a mobile home during severe weather.) You just need to have a plan. If there is no storm shelter or SafeRoom, the safest place to be is on the lowest level of the house and away from windows and doors. Choose a small interior room or closet.
If you do purchase a home equipped with a storm shelter or SafeRoom you will want to take a moment to ensure it is registered with the City of Edmond's Emergency Management Service. Click here to register online.
Whether you weather a storm in a storm shelter or interior room of your home, you should keep a Disaster Supply Kit in the room. Check back this week for a list of items to have on hand in the supply kit.
Kristyn Grewell of CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green specializes in residential real estate in Edmond, Oklahoma and works with many buyers relocating to the area. For more information, or to contact Kristyn call 405-3590-7400.
