Dr. William Gray and his team of experts have forecasted an active
hurricane season in 2002. They predict 12 named storms and seven hurricanes
in the Atlantic basin, with three of those becoming major - Category 3, 4 or
5 - hurricanes...
Considering GlassGard protection for your vulnerable areas is a very
important first step towards being prepared for the unexpected. But
there are several other precautions and considerations you can take just in
case. In addition to having a solid and rehearsed evacuation plan,
GlassGard and Florida's Emergency Management division recommend knowing the
following things well in advance of any storm threat:
- Safe routes inland
- Location of local shelters
- Working condition of flashlights, battery powered radios, etc.
- Where to store loose objects such as lawn furniture, garbage cans
FEMA also recommends stocking the following items in the event of an impending storm:
- Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 days
- Food - at least enough for 3 days
- Non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
- Foods for infants or the elderly
- Snack foods
- Non-electric can opener
- Cooking tools / fuel
- Paper plates / plastic utensils
- Blankets / Pillows, etc.
- Clothing - seasonal / rain gear / sturdy shoes
- First Aid Kit / Medicines / Medications
- Special Items - for babies and the elderly
- Toiletries - hygiene items
- Moisture wipes
- Flashlight / Batteries
- Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
- Cash
- Keys
- Toys, Books and Games
- Important documents - in a waterproof container (insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.)
- Document all valuables with videotape if possible
- Tools - keep a set with you during the storm
- Vehicle fuel tanks filled
- Proper identification / immunization records
It doesn't hurt to be prepared in advance! For more information, please visit their website at http://www.floridadisaster.org/, FEMA's website at http://www.fema.gov/, or NOAA's website at http://www.noaa.gov.
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Phone: (321) 726-6272 E-mail: donna@glassgard.com