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Storm Information

This page contains suggestions and steps you can take to prepare in the evenet of a Hurricane.

Before a Hurricane:	Have emergency supplies on hand (see our Being Prepared page) A "hurricane watch" is issued when there is a threat of hurricane conditions within 24-36 hours A "hurricane warning" is issued when hurricane conditions (winds of 74 mph or greater, or dangerously high water and rough seas) are expected in 24-hours or less Listen to radio or television for hurricane progress reports Check emergency supplies Fuel your car Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys and garden tools, and anchor objects that cannot be brought inside Turn refrigerator and freezer to coldest settings. Open only when absolutely necessary and close quickly
During a Hurricane Warning:	Stay inside Listen to the radio or television for official instructions Keep a supply of flashlights and fresh batteries handy Store drinking water Avoid open flames as a source of light, such as candles Know how to shut off utilities in your home If power is lost, turn off major appliance to reduce power "surge" when electricity is restored
After a Hurricane:	Stay tuned to local radio for further information If you are not required to evacuate, stay indoors Do not be fooled if there is a lull in the storm, it may be the eye of the hurricane passing over-winds will pick up again Avoid loose or dangling power lines and report them immediately to the Police, Fire or Utility Company Open windows and doors to ventilate and dry home Check refrigerated foods for spoilage if power was lost Drive if absolutely necessary, avoid flooded roads and debris Assume all downed wires are electrically charged and avoid them Open windows and leave the building if you smell gas Report gas leaks to the Police, Fire or Utility Company