Prepare Your Home

Prepare Your Home

  • Cover windows with storm shutters or plywood
  • Know how to turn off your gas, electricity, and water in case you need to evacuate
  • Secure outdoor items by moving them to the garage
  • Get in the habit of making sure your car has half a tank of gas in it at all times, so you won't have to worry about refilling if you need to make an emergency exit
  • Maintain adequate insurance on your car, home, and property
  • Teach each family member who is old enough how and when to turn off utilities (water, gas, oil, and electricity) at the main switches
  • Make sure each floor of your home has a smoke alarm and a fire extinguisher
Be Ready Hurricanes