Hurricane Preparedness
Date Submitted: 07/23/2004 01:43:44
Category: / Society & Culture / Geography
Length: 3 pages (709 words)
Category: / Society & Culture / Geography
Length: 3 pages (709 words)
Here's what you can do to prepare for such an emergency.
Know What Hurricane WATCH and WARNING Mean
- WATCH: Hurricane conditions are possible in the specified area of the WATCH, usually within 36 hours.
- WARNING: Hurricane conditions are expected in the specified area of the WARNING, usually within 24 hours.
Prepare a Personal Evacuation Plan
- Identify ahead of time where you could go if you are told to evacuate. Choose several places--a friend's home …
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…ground.
Know What to Do After a Hurricane Is Over
- Keep listening to NOAA Weather Radio or local radio or TV stations for instructions.
- If you evacuated, return home when local officials tell you it is safe to do so.
- Inspect your home for damage.
- Use flashlights in the dark; do not use candles.
- Power Outage Safety
- Food Safety
- Chainsaw Safety
- Portable Generator Safety
- Water Treatment
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