Stay out of disaster areas which could be dangerous and where your presence will interfere with essential rescue and recovery work. Do not drive unless you must. Debris-filled streets are dangerous, and roads should be left clear for emergency vehicles. Along the coast, soil may be washed from beneath the pavement, which could collapse under the weight of a car. Report broken sewer mains to the Southwest Sewer District, and report contaminated water mains to the water authority which serves your area.
Hurricanes moving inland can cause severe flooding.
Stay away from river banks and streams until all potential flooding is past. If power has been off, check refrigerated food for spoilage. Be suspicious of water that may have been contaminated. When operating a portable stand-by generator, make sure it is not directly connected to your home wiring. Improperly connected generators can present severe hazards to work crews and to your generator.