Here are some useful tips for preparing your swimming pool before a storm and taking care of it after the storm. Leave water level alone. Draining, so it won't overflow, is pointless. If you drain ...

The No. 1 rule: Do not empty your pool. Sufficient water levels provide weight to hold a pool in place when heavy rains raise the local water table, according to the Florida Swimming Pool Association.

To stay on the safe side, do not swim in your pool for 24 to 48 hours after a storm. You need to give your pool equipment time to filter the water and return it to normal before you swim.