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Hurricane Preparedness
Determine escape routes and places where your family can meet.
Know your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding and wind.
Locate a safe room in your home or the safest area in your community.
Have an out-of-state friend as a family contact.
Plan what to do with your pets if you need to evacuate.
Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones. Teach your children how to call 911.
Check your insurance coverage; flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance.
Trim trees to remove un-healthy or dead limbs or branches.
Emergency Supplies
water-one gallon daily per person for three to seven days
food-enough for three to seven days
nonperishable packaged or canned food/juices-foods for infants or the elderly
nonelectric can opener
cooking tools/fuel
paper plates/plastic utensils
blankets/pillows, etc.
clothing-seasonal/rain gear/ sturdy shoes
first-aid kit/medicines/prescription drugs
special items for babies and the elderly
toiletries/hygiene items/moisture wipes
flashlight/batteries
radio-battery-operated radio and National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather radio. Replace the batteries every six months.
cash-banks and ATMs may not be open for extended periods.
keys
photographs
computer hard drive or laptop
toys, books and games
important documents-in a waterproof container including insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, etc.
tools-keep a set with you during the storm
vehicle fuel tanks filled
pet care items
proper identification/immunization records/medications
food and water
a carrier or cage
muzzle and leash
Added Preparedness
Take first-aid, CPR and disaster preparedness classes.
For more information, go to www.geico.com, www.nhc.noaa.gov and www.iii.org.
Forecasts of an active hurricane season should prompt homeowners to reassess
their home's vulnerability to damage and their flood insurance coverage.
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