Set the alarm for 4:26 a.m.

Web alarm clock for 4:26 a.m.

You are preparing well ahead of the typhoon’s approach, setting a 4:26 am alarm so you can close the windows before stronger wind and rain arrive. That leaves enough time to check each room calmly before 5:00 am, including windows that are easy to overlook near the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry area.

Because closing windows may need your immediate attention, match the alarm sound to the conditions around you. A softer tone can work if the house is quiet and your phone is close, while a more persistent sound makes sense if electric fans, heavy rain, or other overnight noise could mask it. Test the volume briefly before settling down. Keep this alarm page running and prevent your phone from going to sleep; otherwise, the window reminder may never sound when you need to start checking the house.

While preparing for the window check in a dark room, lower the screen brightness before placing the phone within reach. Use a warm display setting if your phone provides one, and avoid staring at a bright screen after the 4:26 am alarm sounds. A dim hallway light can help you move from room to room without repeatedly switching between darkness and a glaring display.