June is hurricane preparedness month

o Make sure your insurance policies and personal documents like ID’s are up to date. Make copies and keep them in a secure password-protected digital space or waterproof bag.

o Declutter drains and gutters, bring in outside furniture, put up hurricane shutters.

o Do not drain your pool, lower the level of water 6 to 12 inches and add chlorine, make sure to turn off electricity to equipment to prevent damage.

o Keep your cell phone charged when you know a hurricane is in the forecast and purchase backup charging devices to power electronics.

o Have enough supplies for your household, include medication, disinfectant supplies, cloth face coverings, pet supplies to last for several weeks.

o Stock up on nonperishable food and drinking water.

o Have an evacuation plan made well in advance.

o Know where to shut off power and water to your home.

o Fuel up your vehicle, propane tank, and generator.

o Fill the bathtub with water for washing and flushing.

o Turn refrigerator and freezer to coldest settings.

o During a storm, stay indoors and away from windows and glass doors.

HURRICANE MUST-HAVE SUPPLY CHECKLIST

•  Cash

•  Drinking water (1 gallon per person per day)

•  Non-perishable food (5-7 days per person)

•  Ice chest / ice

•  Prescription medication (month supply)

•  Cell phone and charger

•  Flashlights / flameless candles

•  Battery operated Radio / TV

•  Spare batteries

•  Propane gas for grill

•  Fuel and oil for generators and vehicles

•  First aid kit

•  Pet food and medication

•  Infant necessities (diapers, medication, formula, etc.

•  Insect repellent and sunscreen

•  Soap and detergent

•  Books, magazine, toys, and games

•  Camera

•  Toiletries, pre-moistened towelettes, and plastic trash bags

For more information on how to prepare go to:

http://discover.pbcgov.org/publicsafety/PDF/Hurricane-Guide.pdf