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Be Prepared for a Hurricane or Flood

The following are good guidelines to prepare you and your family for a Hurricane, flooding or other natural disaster: 

 

·          BE READY & PLAN

- Prepare a Family Disaster Supply Kit with 

                    Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
                    Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
                             - non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
                             - foods for infants or the elderly
                             - snack foods
                             - non-electric can opener
                             - cooking tools / fuel
                             - paper plates / plastic utensils 
                    Blankets / Sleeping bags, pillows, etc.
                    Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
                    First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
                    Special Items - for babies and the elderly
                    Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
                    Flashlight / Batteries
                    Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
                    Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a

                                        traditional (not cordless) telephone set
                    Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may

                                       not be available for extended periods
                    Keys
                    Toys, Books and Games
                    Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight

                          resealable plastic bag
                          - insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social
                    Security card, etc.
                    Tools - keep a set with you during the storm
                    Pet care items
                           - proper identification / immunization records / medications
                           - ample supply of food and water
                           - a carrier or cage
                           - muzzle and leash

- List of Family physicians, medicines, important family information. 

- Fill your car with gas and have plenty of cash available

 

·          EVACUATION

-If you don\'t feel safe or an evacuation order is proclaimed. Make plans to leave early and evacuate to a safer structure.

-If you are going to a public shelter, travel north as Mongomery County  is not a sheltering community.

-I-45 North and Hwy 50 are the evacuation routes if needed.

 

DURING THE HURRICANE

·          Shelter at home or stay in your home bring everyone inside including your pets and stay tuned to your radio or TV

·          Follow the advice of local emergency officials & plan enough supplies for at least 3 days or more.  Stores, banks, drug stores & gas stations will be closed.

·          A licensed electrician should install a generator.  Do not run a generator motor inside only outside of your home or structure.  Carbon Monoxide is a deadly gas.

 

 Please tune into any local radio or TV station for updated information.

For local inforamtion about services and help, be call 888.844.6289

Posted By:

 Montgomery County United Way

Author:

 Debbie Wender

Date Modified:

08/04/2008

Date Posted:

08/04/2008

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