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Hurricane Preparedness
Washington, D.C.,
September 1, 2010
Stay informed on the latest weather and storm information at www.weather.gov. Being prepared for an emergency can save lives. Are you prepared? Here are preparedness tips from the National Hurricane Center: DEVELOP A FAMILY PLAN - Your family's plan should be based on your vulnerability to the Hurricane Hazards. You should keep a written plan and share your plan with other friends or family. CREATE A DISASTER SUPPLY KIT - There are certain items you need to have regardless of where you ride out a hurricane. The disaster supply kit is a useful tool when you evacuate as well as making you as safe as possible in your home. SECURE YOUR HOME - There are things that you can do to make your home more secure and able to withstand stronger storms. ONLINE VULNERABILITY INFO - There are web sites that can give you information about your communities vulnerability to specific hazards. These include hurricanes as well as other weather related hazards. |
