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2009 Storm Names

They are in alphabetical order, alternating male-female. The list is used again in 6 years.

Top 10 Hurricane Questions

Steve Weagle answers your biggest questions about the 2009 season.

Marc Loranger and his son, Philippe, of Montreal, prepare for Tropical Storm Fay by securing their 46-foot catamaran at Bahia Mar Marina in Ft. Lauderdale. ((Sun-Sentinel / Susan Stocker / August 18, 2008) )

Preparing your property and family

Shutter or plywood installation, garage doors, gas grills, tree limbs and more.

Storm supplies and checklists

Must-have supplies, family hurricane plans, important documents and more.

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WPTV's 2009 Hurricane Guide

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South Florida WebCams

The latest images from live webcams in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast

Woman reads newspaper while waiting out Hurricane Frances in special needs evacaution center, West Palm Beach, Florida

Shelter and Evacuation Info

County-by-county shelter listings and evacuation maps for 2009.

How to use your generator

Step-by-step instructions and a how-to video

Port St. Lucie flooding, Tropical Storm Fay (Sarah Schmidt)

After the storm

Food safety, power outages, flooded streets and more things you need to know.

Important consumer information

Hiring a contractor, price gouging and what you need to know about flood insurance.

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Preparing Your Property and Family

	Installing plywood shutters Wood shutters are a last resort, but may help protect your home in a storm. VIDEO
	Installing aluminum shutters How to install your shutters and when you should do it. VIDEO
	What to do about your pets Preparations you should take so your pets can get through a storm. VIDEO
	Prepare your swimming pool for a storm The steps you should take to prepare your pool. VIDEO
	How to prepare your boat Do not attempt under any circumstances to ride out a storm in a boat. No boat is worth your life. Hurricane winds, whether inland or near the beach, can lift a boat out of the water or sink it, even if it is secured in a marina. VIDEO
	Preparing your trees and yard Are you ready? The Solid Waste Authority has prepared a list to help you get ready for hurricane season. VIDEO
	What to do about grills and propane tanks Storing your grill and propane gas tank when a storm approaches. VIDEO
	What to do about your garage door Learn the three main ways you can protect your garage door during a hurricane. VIDEO
	How to create a safe room for your house If you decide not to evacuate or go to a shelter when a storm hits, make sure to set up a safe room in your home. VIDEO
	Do you know your flood risk? Different areas have different flood risks.
	Preparedness for seniors by seniors For your safety and comfort, you need to have emergency supplies packed and ready in one place before disaster days.
	Adults and children with special needs If you’re not able to function without assistance, you need to make some plans where that kind of support is available.
	Things to know before the storm If you can remain in your home, do so.