BEFORE HURRICANE SEASON
Purchase supplies to protect your property Arrange for safekeeping of pets Inventory personal property Review insurance policies Trim tree branches
DURING A HURRICANE WATCH
Check contents of your emergency supplies Fill car with gas Withdraw cash from your ATM Secure small boat
DURING A HURRICANE WARNING
Prepare your home and property for high winds
Evacuate mobile homes Evacuate coastal homes
Determine which objects could be blown away or torn loose such as garbage cans, lawn furniture, and awnings. Bring them inside or anchor them
WATCH OR WARNING?
HURRICANE WATCH: An announcement that you could experience hurricane conditions within 36 hours. You should prepare your evacaution plan.
HURRICANE WARNING: An announcement that you could experience winds of 74 mph or higher within 24 hours. You should secure your property and plan your evacuation.
SHOULD YOU EVACUATE?
You should evacuate if you live in a mobile home or near water. If you evacuate, make your decision early. The longer you wait, the farther you have to travel. Know where you’re going before you get on the road.
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EMERGENCY SUPPLIES
Extra car keys Maps & directions to evacuation site Cash, ATM card
Important papers, birth certificates, etc. Family photo album Bottled water and large water jugs One week supply of non-perishable food Disposable plates, cups and utensils Baby supplies, diapers, food Pet food
Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows Extra clothing
Flashlight and extra batteries Battery powered clock Matches First aid kit Extra prescription drugs Mosquito repellent (with DEET) Tools, rope, duct tape Cards, games and books
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