At this stage your main priority is to remain calm and out of danger. Outside your shelter raging winds are blowing torrential rain and battering your town. There is no reason, unless in an absolute emergency, that one would need to venture outdoors.
Local officials have the authority to close roads and bridges and initiate curfews.
It is important to your own well being that you obey the laws. Stay indoors and away from windows. Use flashlights as a source of light. Listen to local authorities.