Contact the local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter, and ask for the community hurricane preparedness plan. This plan should include information on the safest evacuation routes and nearby shelters. Learn safe routes inland. Be ready to drive 20 to 50 miles inland to locate a safe place. Have disaster supplies on hand.
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Pets may not be allowed into emergency shelters for health and space reasons. Contact your local humane society for information on local animal shelters. Instruct family members. Teach family members how and when to turn off gas, electricity, and water. Protect your windows.