Here are recommendations on what to do before a storm approaches: -- Download an application to your smartphone that can notify people where you are, and if you need help or are safe. The Red Cross has a Hurricane App available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. A First Aid app is also available. -- Use hurricane shutters or board up windows and doors with 5/8 inch plywood. -- Bring outside items in if they could be picked up by the wind. -- Clear gutters of debris. -- Reinforce the garage door. -- Turn the refrigerator to its coldest setting in case power goes off. Use a cooler to keep from opening the doors on the freezer or refrigerator. -- Fill a bathtub with water. -- Get full tank of gas in one car. -- Go over the evacuation plan with the family, and learn alternate routes to safety. -- Learn the location of the nearest shelter or nearest pet-friendly shelter. -- Put an ax in your attic in case of severe flooding. -- Evacuate if ordered and stick to marked evacuation routes, if possible. -- Store important documents -- passports, Social Security cards, birth certificates, deeds -- in a watertight container. -- Have a current inventory of household property. -- Leave a note to say where you are going. -- Unplug small appliances and electronics before you leave. -- If possible, turn off the electricity, gas and water for residence. Here is a list of supplies: -- A three-day supply of water, one gallon per person per day. -- Three days of food, with suggested items including: canned meats, canned or dried fruits, canned vegetables, canned juice, peanut butter, jelly, salt-free crackers, energy/protein bars, trail mix/nuts, dry cereal, cookies or other comfort food. -- A can opener. -- Flashlight(s). -- A battery-powered radio, preferably a weather radio. -- Extra batteries. -- A first aid kit, including latex gloves; sterile dressings; soap/cleaning agent; antibiotic ointment; burn ointment; adhesive bandages in small, medium and large sizes; eye wash; a thermometer; aspirin/pain reliever; anti-diarrhea tablets; antacids; laxatives; small scissors; tweezers; petroleum jelly. -- A small fire extinguisher. -- Whistles for each person. -- A seven-day supply of medications. -- Vitamins. -- A multipurpose tool, with pliers and a screwdriver. -- Cell phones and chargers. -- Contact information for the family. -- A sleeping bag for each person. -- Extra cash. -- A silver foil emergency blanket. -- A map of the area. -- Baby supplies. -- Pet supplies. -- Wet wipes. -- A camera (to document storm damage). -- Insect repellent. -- Rain gear. -- Tools and supplies for securing your home. -- Plastic sheeting. -- Duct tape. -- Dust masks. -- An extra set of house keys. -- An extra set of car keys. -- An emergency ladder to evacuate the second floor. -- Household bleach. -- Paper cups, plates and paper towels. -- Activities for children. -- Charcoal and matches, if you have a portable grill. But only use it outside.
Posted on: Mon, 08 Jul 2013 01:10:59 +0000
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