Staying Safe

A hurricane is a very strong and dangerous storm.  It destroys homes and buildings.  There are ways to stay safe an secure from hurricanes.  Here's what to do before, after, and during the storm.

before the storm:

Plan for a secure place for you and your family to be during the storm.

Evacuate the low lying areas.

Gather covers, sleeping bags, and extra pillows.

Fill automobile fuel tank.

Tape or cover your windows with boards.

Have portable radio with new batteries.

Get bottled water and a cooler for ice.

Have candles, lamps, flashlights, batteries, and waterproof matches.

Secure pets and animals.

Secure your valuables.

Have canned foods, eating utensils, and a can opener.

Secure boats or lawn furniture.

Listen to weather bulletins.

Make a medical kit.

During the storm:

Keep listening to the radio or television for further bulletins.

Stay in your secure place.

Stay away from windows or glass doors.

After the storm:

Boil tap water before drinking it. 

Crews must rebuild bridges and buildings.

People must clean up their yards of the wind blown debris.

Power companies must repair power lines.

Water plants must make sure their water is safe.

People must be careful of the floods and debris.

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