Hurricane Safety

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BEFORE the Hurricane Hits:

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Prepare to cover all windows and doors with shutters or plywood

Front 2

BEFORE the Hurricane Hits:

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Secure or bring in lightweight objects such as garbage cans, garden tools, toys/lawn furniture

Front 3

BEFORE the Hurricane Hits:

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Keep extra cash on hand for emergency purposes

Front 4

BEFORE the Hurricane Hits:

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Develop a household emergency plan, detailing how famiy members are to evacuate the house and where to meet

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BEFORE the Hurricane Hits:

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Plan to leave immediately if you live on the coastline or near a river or flood plain

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DURING the Hurricane Storm:

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Listen closely to the radio tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or official bulletins for hurricane information

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DURING the Hurricane Storm:

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Evacuate to a safe location when instructed by officials

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DURING the Hurricane Storm:

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Notify neighbors and family/house members outside the warned area of your hurricane

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DURING the Hurricane Storm:

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If you have NOT been ordered to leave and remain in your home:

*Turn regrigerator to its coldest setting and keep it cold.

*Unplug small appliances.

*Fill large containers with water for sanitary purposes.

*Stay in a small interior room or closet, ideally without windows.

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Listen to the radio for weather, road conditions, updates and instructions

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Return to your home when instructed to do so by authorities

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Stay away from standing water (it may be electrically charged from downed power lines)

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Take pictures of the damage to your property and notify you resident coordinator

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Have utilities like fas, water, and electricity inspected by professionals

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Use tap water for drinking and cooking ONLY when local officials say it is safe to do so

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Use a battery powered flashlight for emergency lighting. NEVER use candles or open flames indoors.

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AFTER the Hurricane Strom:

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Keep your spirits up. The situation may seem bleak, but things will improve.

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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3-day supply of water

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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non-perishable food

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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Change of clothing and shoes

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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Prescription Medication

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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First aid kit

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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Batteries and Radio

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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Flashlight

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Emergency Preparation Equipment

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Extra cash