10/08/2024
Lets get ready for the storm:
Whether you plan to shelter in place or not, you should stock your home with an emergency supply kit that includes bottled water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries and first aid supplies.
Stay informed by monitoring the storm via TV, radio and the internet.
Bring outdoor objects inside to limit potential projectiles.
Lock your doors and close your windows, air vents and fireplace dampers.
Secure your home by boarding up doors and windows.
Make sure every family member knows how to turn off the gas, electricity and water so you can turn off utilities if instructed to do so by authorities.
Set your refrigerator and freezer to their coldest settings in case you lose power.
Prepare your phone and other electronic devices for the storm, including charging, updating and backing up. Have spare wall and car chargers on hand and make sure your power banks are fully charged.
Keep cash on hand. If power is lost, ATMs and credit card readers may not work.
Build up a supply of water for sanitary purposes, such as cleaning and flushing toilets, by filling your bathtub, washing machine, buckets and other large containers with water.
Don't forget to have your medications ready and near you.