Hurricane Season is Here

Hurricanes affect a considerable portion of our country. And with hurricane season just around the corner, it’s time to think about how we can best prepare for these massive storms.

According to the latest information from FEMA, there are some basic steps to take before a hurricane

• Know your hurricane risk
• Make an emergency plan
• Build or restock your emergency preparedness kit
• Familiarize yourself with local emergency evacuation plans
• Stay tuned to local wireless emergency alerts, TV, or radio for weather updates, emergency instructions, or evacuation orders
• Bring lighters, masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and other supplies to minimize your risks.
• If you have to evacuate, find low-risk areas that can harbor your family.

To learn even more, head over to ready.gov/hurricanes and please feel free to send these tips to your friends and family.

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