Use of tape is an effective way of preventing flying glass. Secure all outdoor objects. Garbage cans, garden tools, toys, signs, porch furniture, and a number of other harmless items become deadly missiles in hurricane winds. Moor your boat securely before the storm arrives or move it to a designated safe area. Blowing debris can injure and kill.
Travel is extremely dangerous.
If the storm center passes directly overhead, there will be a lull in the wind lasting anywhere from a few minutes to a half hour or more. Fire Island residents should prepare for departure from nearby ferry terminals. Ferries will be provided to the mainland where bus transportation will take residents to evacuation shelters. Provisions will be made at the Town of Islip Animal Shelter for pets. Stay out of disaster areas which could be dangerous and where your presence will interfere with essential rescue and recovery work.