Pre-Hurricane Prep Guide
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Find the location of your nearest shelter |
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Map out your best evacuation routes
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Keep updated photos of property for before/after proof |
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Make a plan for your pets |
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Set up online banking for access to accounts from anywhere |
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Make copies of all important documents and keep them together in a waterproof package |
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Government-issued IDs for every family member |
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Social Security card |
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pet identification tags/vaccination records |
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proof of residence |
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insurance policies |
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tax records |
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current paycheck stub |
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birth and marriage certificates |
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property deeds |
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wills |
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debit/credit cards |
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checks |
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most recent bank account statements |
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medication refill information |
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Make an emergency supplies kit |
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battery-operated radio |
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flashlights/lanterns |
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extra batteries |
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bedding (pillows, blankets, etc.) |
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3 gallons of water per person |
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at least 3 days worth of non-perishable food |
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first aid kit |
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tools (non-electric can opener, cooking utensils, scissors, etc.) |
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sanitation items (toilet paper, bleach, plastic bags, etc.) |
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clothing |
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hygiene items (deodorant, feminine supplies, soap, etc.) |
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baby supplies |
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pet supplies |
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entertainment (cards, books, board games, etc.) |
In the Event a Hurricane Warning is Issued
Home Preparations:
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Protect all windows with shutters or plywood |
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Anchor loose outdoor items (lawn chairs, BBQ pit, potted plants, etc.) |
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Fill disposable containers with water |
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Clean bathtubs and fill with tap water for bathing and flushing toilets |
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Place valuables in waterproof containers |
No evacuation ordered:
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Gather your emergency supplies kit and important documents packet |
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Relay your evacuation plans to an emergency contact |
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Fill up your car's gas tank |
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Have enough cash on hand |
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Keep a battery-powered radio handy |
Evacuation is ordered:
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Shut off water and electricity |
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Pack emergency supplies kit and important documents packet |
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Pack all prescription medications |
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Relay your evacuation plans to an emergency contact |
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Lock all doors and windows of your home upon evacuating |
