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  Before a Hurricane
 
 
  • Obtain list of evacuation routes and public shelters
  • Identify alternative shelters such as family members or friends
  • Identify out-of-state contact with name, address and phone number
  • Plan for needs of elderly or handicapped
  • list and take photographs of your property
  • Review the status of your flood, home and automobile insurance
  • Prepare an emergency supply kit to last for at least 3 days
  • Store in easy-to-carry containers: backpacks, duffle bags, trash cans
  • Water - 1 gallon per person per day
  • Canned or packaged foods
  • Manual Can Opener
  • Portable cooking facilities
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Cooler
  • Portable radio, flashlight, lantern and extra batteries
  • Water Purification tablets and bleach
  • 3/4 inch plywood boards to cover windows
  • Tape and plastic garbage bags
  • Sanitation supplies
  • One change of clothing and footwear per person
  • One blanket, sleeping bag, pillow per person
  • First aid kit - include prescription medications
  • Special items for infant, elderly or disabled
  • Mosquito Repellant
  • Extra pair of glasses or contacts
  • Quiet games, toys, books, cards
  • Important documents in a waterproof container
  • Identification, extra set of car keys, credit card, cash or traveler's checks
 
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