Hurricane Preparedness

5 Steps to Prep

Stay Safe After Storms

Stay Alert—Stay Aware Dangers remain even after the skies turn blue Half of all Fatalities Occur After the Storm 

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Never Drive Into Flood Water

Never Walk Into Flood Water

Moving water can sweep a car into deeper water.

Chemicals - Bacteria - Sharp Objects - Dangerous Animals

Stay Out of Flood Water

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Returning After Evacuation

Returning After Evacuation

Only Return When Officials Say it is Safe Check Home for Gas Leaks, Electrical Lines, Loose Nails, Glass Etc

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Clean Up Safely

-Stay Away from Downed Power Lines -Wear Light Clothing -Heat and Humidity Can Lead to Heat Stroke, Heart Attacks, and More -Stay Hydrated -Check on Neighbors

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Portable Generator Safety

-Park Generator at Least 20-feet from House -Never Run Indoors -Never Backfeed -Outdoor Heavy Duty Cords There Is No Safe Way to Run a Generator Indoors

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Help & Communication 

-Overwhelmed Responders Take Hours/Days to Arrive -Communication Systems Damaged -Overloaded Networks Make Video/Phone Calls Difficult Use Text-Email-Social Media

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Next Step

Emergency Power Plan

Portable Generator or

Standby Generator or

Solar Generator or

Solar + Battery Storage