Hurricane Preparedness

6/13/2019 (Permalink)

• Board up windows and secure loose items like patio furniture
• Know where to go in the event of an evacuation and how to get there; establish an assembly point for family members to meet if separated, and choose one person everyone can contact with their whereabouts and status
• Take shelter in a sturdy building; avoid isolated sheds or other small structures, open areas, hilltops, the beach or boats
• If you are driving in heavy rain, try to safely exit the road, stay in the vehicle and turn on the emergency flashers
• Never drive into flooded areas; if flood waters rise around your car, abandon the car and move to higher ground
• Contact your local emergency management agency for information
• Avoid contact with electrical equipment, cords, metal and water
• Listen for warning sirens, stay away from windows and exterior doors, and seek shelter in a bathroom or basement
• Stay indoors until authorities tell you it's safe to go outside

https://www.nsc.org/home-safety/safety-topics/emergency-preparedness/hurricane