Hurricane Warning
If a hurricane warning has been issued for your area you should listen to local TV or radio for further information. It’s time to secure your home, including closing your shutters. You should turn off your utilities if you are instructed to do so. Turn your refrigerator thermostat to the coldest setting and do not open the door. Turn your propane tanks off, and stay off the phone unless there is an emergency. Make sure you have a supply of water
Should You Evacuate?
It can be a tough decision to decide to evacuate. There are certain guidelines that can help you make that decision.
· Listen to local broadcasts and if the authorities tell you to evacuate you should do so.
· If you live in a floodplain, near an inland waterway, near a river, or on the coast evacuate.
· If you live in a high rise condominium or apartment evacuate.
· If you believe you may be in danger evacuate to higher ground.
What to Take if You Evacuate
If it becomes necessary to evacuate make sure you take:
· Prescription medications and other medical supplies with you.
· Take 2 to 3 gallons per person.
· Your cell phone
· A battery powered radio
· Your first aid kit
· All important documents like passport, driver’s license, social security cards, birth certificate, marriage certificate, insurance information
· Road maps
· Additional batteries
· Phone numbers
· Cash
· Sleeping bags
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