What To Do

BEFORE THE HURRICANE:

• Check for your re-entry permit.
• Create or replenish Disaster Supplies Kit.
• Gather supplies so you family can endure an evacuation or home confinement.  The basic kit should include tools, emergency supplies and a first aid kit.  Store these items in a large trash can with a lid, plastic storage containers or coolers.  The containers should be easy to carry in the event of evacuation.
• See Family Disaster Plan for suggested check list for tools and emergency supplies.  Make your own list!

 WHEN A WATCH IS ISSUED:

• Monitor radio and TV broadcasts for information regarding the storms progress.
• Service and fuel up automobiles.
• Refill prescriptions for your family and pets ensuring at least a 2-week supply.
• Clear yard and deck of all potential flying debris.  Anchor materials which cannot be brought inside.
• Prepare to cover windows and doors.
• Check food and water supplies. Replenish as necessary.
• Get cash since ATM’s and banks may not be operating following the storm.
• Check generator and fuel supplies.
• Check additional tanks for gas grill.
• Buy ice.

WHEN A WARNING IS ISSUED: 

• Monitor radio and TV broadcasts for storm advisories and evacuation announcements.
• Close all windows.
• Turn off LP Gas Tank.
• Cover all windows and doors with hurricane shutters or plywood.
• Store drinking water in clean bathtubs, jugs and bottles.  Water in tubs may also be needed for flushing.
• Turn freezers and refrigerator to coldest settings.  Then open only when necessary and close quickly.
• Close damper to the fireplace.
• Store valuable papers in a safe place or in a container to take with you in the event of evacuation.

WHEN EVACUATION IS ORDERED:

• Inform a family member of you plans.
• Turn off the water at the main valve at the street and electricity at the main switch or fuse.
• Take warm protective clothing, sleeping bags, blankets and your disaster supplies kit.
• Lock up you house.
• Take your re-entry permit, valuable papers and prescriptions and leave immediately.

AFTER THE STORM:

• Re-Entry:  Please stay tuned to the local TV station and check the Town web site for information concerning re-entry.  Residents and property owners are instructed NOT to call the Town Hall, Police Department, or Fire Department.  They may not have the time or staff to answer your questions.  Please remember, it is unlawful to call 911 unless reporting and emergency.
• Please Be Careful!  Emergency Services (Fire, Police, and Emergency Medical) may not be available or severely restricted.