Quick Tips
1. Check that your emergency kit includes first aid supplies, medications, cash, and non-perishable food
2. Ensure all electronics, including mobile phones and battery-powered radio, are fully charged
3. Keep a flashlight and extra batteries easily accessible at your bedside
4. Stock up on water by filling bottles for drinking and household needs
5. Fill your bathtub with water for emergency use
6. Create ice blocks by filling Tupperware containers and freezing them for future use
7. Close all interior doors to help maintain indoor temperatures
8. Secure outdoor furniture or other items that could become projectiles in high winds
9. Lower the settings on your air conditioner and refrigerator/freezer to preserve cold air longer during an outage
10. Designate a safe room with no windows to shelter from potential threats
11. Know your evacuation routes and have a plan in place if evacuation becomes necessary
12. Secure important documents in a waterproof and easily accessible location
13. Take photos of your home, both inside and outside, for insurance and record-keeping purposes
14. Ensure your vehicle is fueled and ready in case of evacuation
15. Share your plan with family and friends, and establish communication checkpoints
Helpful Links
- Florida Division of Emergency Management
- FEMA Hurricane Preparedness
- National Hurricane Center
- Evacuation by County
Emergency Management Links
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