Hurricane Information

Hurricane Preparedness Guide

While relief agencies will help you after a hurricane, it may take days to clear roadways so utility crews can reach your neighborhood. Plan to be self-sufficient for up to a week.
It is recommended that you do the following early in hurricane season.

Be Prepared

• Have a one-week minimum supply of non-perishable food available that needs little or no water preparation • Two-week supply of prescription drugs • Special dietary foods • Cash or travelers checks • Blankets and sleeping bags • Flashlight and batteries with extra bulbs • Bottled water (one gallon per person per day for one week) • Water containers • Full tank of gas in car and extra set of keys • Important papers including ID • Valuables • Cooler • Personal Items		• Infant necessities, including two-week supply of disposable diapers • Emergency cooking facilities • Manual can opener • Extra clothing • Safety matches in waterproof container • Battery-powered clock • Canned food and milk • Plastic drop cloth • Battery-powered radio • Disposable plates, glasses and utensils • Map of your area • Household chlorine bleach • Games and books • Boards, hammers and nails for windows