Preparing for Hurricane Season

Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Tips

Before The Hurricane

Before The Hurricane
  • Check thoroughly the roof of your house, hurricane shutters, hooks and latches and repair where necessary.
  • Make sure that galvanized sheeting on the roof of your house is properly fastened.
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Hurricane Tips

During The Hurricane

During The Hurricane

  • Do not go outside unless it is absolutely necessary. When the winds get very strong, you are in danger of being hit by flying objects.
  • Children should not be taken outside, since they may be in danger of being blown away.
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Hurricane Tips

After The Hurricane 

After The Hurricane

  • Seek medical attention at first-aid stations, hospitals or clinics for persons injured during the storm.
  • Do not touch loose or dangling electrical wires. Report these to the power company, the nearest police station or parish council.
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Hurricane Survival Kits

Survival Kit 1

Water

Survival Kit 1: Water

  • Store water in plastic containers. Avoid using containers that will decompose or break, such as glass bottles.
  • Store one gallon of water per person per day.
  • Keep at least a seven-day supply of water for each person in your household. Do not forget water for your pets. They are also members of your family, if you have any.

Survival Kit 2

Food

Survival Kit 2: Food

  • Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
  • Canned juices
  • Crackers
  • Jamz

Survival Kit 3

First-Aid Kit

Survival Kit 3: First-Aid Kit

  • Adhesive bandages in all sizes
  • Sterile gauze pads
  • A small pair of scissors
  • Needle and thread
  • Assorted safety pins
  • A supply of prescription medication, if you are taking any
  • A supply of non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter painkillers
  • Alcohol
  • Cotton

 

Survival Kit 4

Tools and Supplies

Survival Kit 4: Tools and Supplies

  • Battery-operated radio and extra batteries
  • Candles
  • Lanterns (Home Sweet Home lamps)
  • Flash lights, one per person, with extra batteries for each
  • Cash
  • Can opener
  • Utility knife
  • Plastic sheeting to protect valuable documents, etc.

Survival Kit 5

Sanitation

Survival Kit 5: Sanitation

  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Feminine supplies
  • Personal hygiene products
  • Plastic garbage bags
  • Plastic bucket with a tight lid
  • Disinfectant
  • Household bleach

Survival Kit 6

Clothing and Bedding

Survival Kit 6: Clothing and Bedding

  • Include at least three complete change of clothing and footwear per person.
  • Sturdy shoes or workboots.
  • Rain gear
  • Blankets or sleeping bags