What to do before and during bad weather!!!!
Make sure You know all emergency telephone numbers such as 911, family numbers you need to reach, electric and water companies numbers, what to do about power outages, how to deal with personal injuries, how to turn off the water, gas and electricity at main switches, what to do if you have to evacuate, where to meet and whom to contact if you get separated, take a Red Cross first aid and CPR class, make arrangements for your pets.
Have at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food on hand. Focus on high-nutrition foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water. Your foodstuffs might include: ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, vegetables, canned juices, milk, soup, staples, including sugar, salt, pepper, peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix, vitamins, foods for infants, the elderly or people on special diets. Rotate your food supply. Use foods before they go bad, and replace them with fresh supplies, dated with ink or marker. Place new items at the back of the storage area and older ones in front. Keep a supply of cooking and eating implements that can be used in the absence of running water or electricity, including: plastic utensils, paper cups and plates, manual can and bottle openers, a heating source, such as a camp stove or canned heat stove, and extra fuel. Check flashlights and radios. Make sure you have batteries.
Elderly needing special assistance may check for available help in the community. Talk to neighbors, relatives, friends to aid you in an emergency. Discuss with them your needs and make sure they know how to operate any necessary equipment.
During the storm, stay inside and keep away from windows or glass doors, follow the emergency evacuation plan before you leave your home.
For more information, please visit the National Hurricane Center……………..
