Don't Drain Your Pool Keeping water in your pool during a hurricane can actually help stabilize the structure against the pressure from high winds and heavy rains. Draining the pool could cause it to lift out of the ground or crack due to hydrostatic pressure. You may lower your pool's water level by about 12 inches if you'd like to prepare for excess water due to rainfall.

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Don't Cover Your Pool During a hurricane, falling branches and flying debris can severely damage pool covers. Removing debris from the pool itself is much simpler and less costly than replacing a damaged cover. Keep the cover off to avoid unnecessary damage and the hassle of removing a cover laden with heavy water and debris after the storm.

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Trim Nearby Plants Before a storm hits, trim back trees and shrubs near your pool area. This reduces the risk of branches and vegetation becoming airborne, potentially falling into the pool or damaging its structure and surrounding property.

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Bring In Loose Items Secure or bring in all loose items around your pool area, such as patio furniture, toys, and pool cleaning equipment. These items can become projectiles in high winds, posing a risk to your home's windows and the pool's lining.

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Turn Off Your Pool Equipment To prevent electrical damage from surges or flooding, turn off all pool equipment including pumps, heaters, and filters. If possible, consider also disconnecting electrical circuits to the pool area until the storm passes.