Put food and water out for a pet if you cannot take it with you. Public health regulations do not allow pets in public shelters, nor do most hotels or motels allow them. Only stay in a home if you have NOT been ordered to leave. Stay inside a well constructed building. In structures, such as a home, examine the building and plan in advance what you will do if winds become strong.
Strong winds can produce deadly missiles and structural failure.
Turn refrigerator to maximum cold and open only when necessary. Turn off utilities if told to do so by authorities. Turn off propane tanks. Unplug small appliances. Fill bathtub and large containers with water for sanitary purposes.