Checklists and Supplies
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Must-have hurricane supplies
You'll want a hurricane supplies checklist for you and your family, so you're not scrambling as a storm approaches.
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What to do about important documents
It's important to secure important documents you'll need after a storm.
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Do you have a family hurricane plan?
At the beginning of each hurricane season, you need to review, practice and update your family plan. Everyone should have a role in the plan, including children.
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Don't forget your medicine
Whether staying at home or going to a shelter during a hurricane, be sure to think about your medication and personal living needs.
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Things to know before the storm
If you can remain in your home (you are outside an evacuation area and do not live in manufactured housing), do so. Take these precautions.
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Preparedness for seniors by seniors
Advice for senior citizens on how to prepare for a hurricane
Preparing your home and family
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Installing plywood shutters
Wood shutters are a last resort, but may help protect your home in a storm.
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Installing aluminum shutters
How to install your shutters and when you should do it.
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What to do about your pets
Preparations you should take so your pets can get through a storm.
Weather App
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Get Storm Shield app for iOS, Android
Storm Shield is a life-saving app that is like a NOAA Emergency Weather Radio for your iPhone and Android device.
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