Each person has special needs, such as medicines and prescription glasses, but a general list of what to have on hand includes a supply of non-perishable foods, first aid kit, fire estinquisher, battery operated radio, flashlight and extra batteries. A Hurricane Watch means a hurricane has become a threat to coastal areas. When a hurricane watch is issued, everyone in the area covered by the watch should listen for further advisories and be prepared to act promptly if a hurricane warning is issued. A Hurricane Warning indicates that hurricane winds of 74 miles per hours or higher, or a combination of dangerously high water and very rough seas, are expected in a specific coastal area within 24 hours. Precautionary actions should begin immediately.
Hurricanes can cause power or water supply failures.
Check battery powered equipment such as flashlights and radioes now. Your battery radio could be your only source of information in a hurricane emergency. Store a supply of drinking water in a clean bathtub , jugs and cooking utensils because your town s water supply could be contaminated by the storm or not be able to supply water if the system water pumps do not have power to run them. If you have your own private well your water supply maybe cut off if you have an electric powered well pump. Fill your car s fuel tank to be prepared in case evacuation should occur.