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PREPARING FOR A GATHER PERSONAL SUPPLIES: HURRICANE WHEN YOU EVACUATE: SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO STAY: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU EVACUATE IN THE EVENT OF A HURRICANE. IF YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOU DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK. • Clean, sterilize and fill available containers with water for emergency drinking purposes • Fill bathtub with water for bathing and to flush the commode • Move to an interior room/area of you unit without windows • Be aware that as the hurricane approaches, the water in the building will be shut down (This is to prevent contaminated water from entering the home by way of main lines during and after the storm) • Do not use elevators, use stairwells • Contact family/friend as to the situation • Leave in daylight if possible • Secure/lock home or apartment; remove everything from the balconies • Place towel on the window and door sills in case of water • Don not tape windows, this will not strengthen them • Turn off all water faucets • Disconnect all electrical items at the switches in the breakers panel box (Except refrigerator) • Remove antenna(s) or satellite dish – be careful not to touch electrical wire • Have a primary and secondary evacuation route (traffic may be heavy) • Relocate prior to winds/rain becoming too dangerous to go from outside stairwell to inside • Bring along with a pillow and blanket Keep a fully charged emergency phone House, car, etc. Waterproof container of important documents – medical, insurance, financial, social security, etc. During Hurricane Season, post this flyer in a visible and accessible location like your refrigerator or bulletin board! At least 1 gal. per person for 3-7 days Prepare a travel size kit in the event of an injury Non-perishable packaged or canned food/juices Flashlights and fresh batteries Water proof gear: ponchos, umbrella, rubber boots, etc. Medications and prescriptions ATMs and banks may not be open for a few days/weeks Fill your car with fuel in case of an evacuation Snack foods Non-electric can opener Paper plates and plastic utensils Garbage bags WATER 1ST AID PHONE CANS LIGHTS KEYS SNACKS RAIN INFO OPENER MEDS PLATES CASH Reading material and games will help pass the time FUN TRASH GAS Bring a portable container with food and water for family pets PETS