Hurricane Preparedness List

Latest advisories:

latest advisories: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
Stay tuned to local news channels
www.Weather.com

Emergency Management Centers:

Polk County: http://www.polk-county.net
Lake County: http://www.lakecountyfl.gov/departments/public_safety/emergency_management/
Osceola County: http://www.osceola.org/agencies-departments/emergency-management/

Make sure your hurricane kit includes:

Flashlights & extra bulbs
Battery-operated radio
Battery-operated lanterns
Batteries (in different sizes!)
Matches
First aid kit
Duct tape
Rain gear

Clock (wind-up or battery-powered)
Plastic garbage bags
Fire extinguisher
Scissors
Can Opener
Clean clothes
Extra blankets
Heavy gloves

FOOD AND WATER

Pack non-perishable food for each person for 3-7 days.

Bottled water (1 gallon/person/day)
Bottled juice
Two coolers:
One for drinks & one for food

Canned foods
Manual can opener
Dry pet food

HOUSE CHECKLIST

Remove outdoor items
Trim dead branches from trees
Board up windows
Fill gas tanks and extra containers
Get extra cash

Move furniture away from windows
Store important documents in waterproof containers
Extra supply of medicines

MEDICAL NEEDS

Medic-alert tags
Insect-repellent sprays
Feminine hygiene items
Sunscreen
Soap
First aid kit
Prescription medication

Over-the-counter medication
Children’s medicine
Bandages
Adhesive tape
Antiseptic solution
Thermometer
Tweezers

PREPARE YOUR PET

Your pet will need more than a bag of food in a storm.

Water for your pet for 3-7 days
Non-perishable food
Crate/carrier/tank
Leash (non-extendable)
Collar and/or harness
Favorite Toy
Blanket or pillow
Clean litter box

Updated shots and medical records
Microchip with up-to-date contant info
Any medications
Calming aids
Tags
Puppy training pads
Heartworm preventatives
Rain gear