When a hurricane watch is issued:
- Listen to local radio and television stations for possible
evacuations and hurricane information from the National
Weather Service.
- Gather and check your emergency supplies.
- Check medical supplies, first aid kits and refill prescriptions.
- Place commonly used tools in a safe place.
- Freeze as much water as you can. This will help keep your
refrigerator cold if the power is out for several days.
- Have two weeks of pet supplies on hand.
- Make sure your cars have a full tank of gas.
- Bring in loose outdoor objects such as, lawn furniture,
toys, tools and anchor objects that cannot be brought indoors.
- Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest settings.
- Clean your bathtub, seal the drain with silicone caulk
and fill it with water.
- Store valuables, a list of your possessions and insurance
papers in a waterproof container.
- Protect your home by boarding up windows.
- Remove any outside antennas.
- Moor your boat or move it to a designated safe place.
- Review your evacuation plans and be ready to evacuate
as soon as possible.
When a hurricane warning is issued:
- Listen to local radio and television stations for evacuation
information and hurricane statements from the National Weather
Service.
- If you live in a mobile home or flood prone area evacuate
immediately.
If you evacuate:
- Leave as soon as possible.
- Unplug all major appliances and turn off electricity,
water and gas.
- Tell someone outside of the storm area where you are going.
- Lock your home.
If you do not evacuate:
- Stay inside your home, away from windows and doors.
- Keep flashlights and extra batteries with you at all times.
- If the power goes out, turn off major appliances.
- Listen to local radio for hurricane information from the
National Weather Service.
- Do not go outside if the eye of the storm passes over
you.
When a hurricane threatens your area, you will need to decide
to evacuate or ride out the storm in your home. If local authorities
recommend evacuation, YOU SHOULD EVACUATE!!
Their advice is based on experience, knowledge of the intensity
of the storm and its potential to cause loss of life and property.
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