Emergency Management
Hurricane Preparedness Week is here
National Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 4-10. As Florida is one of the most frequent targets of hurricanes, it is crucial that you and your family are prepared if a hurricane comes our way.
Here are six key things you can do to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov. 30( courtesy of the National Weather Service):
Know your risk: Water and wind The first step in preparing for hurricanes is to know your risk. Find out what types of water and wind hazards could happen where you live. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Impacts from wind and water can be felt hundreds of miles inland and significant impacts can occur regardless of the storm’ s strength. Know if you live in an area prone to flooding, if you live in an evacuation zone and identify any structural weaknesses in your home. Find our local evacuation zones at www. cityofpsl. com / hurricane.
Prepare before hurricane season The best time to prepare for hurricanes is BEFORE hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by preparing now. Get your disaster supplies while the shelves are still stocked, and get that insurance checkup early, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period. Find more flood insurance information at www. cityofpsl. com / flood.
Understand forecast information Prepare for hurricane season by knowing how to understand forecasts. They can tell you a lot about what is expected, including the storm’ s path, rainfall amounts, wind speeds and more. There is a lot of information available days ahead of a storm and it is important to understand what it means.
Get moving when a storm threatens Do you know what to do when a storm threatens? Prepare for hurricane season by taking the time now to understand the actions needed when time is of the essence.
Stay protected during storms Be prepared for hurricane season by knowing what to do during a storm. Whether you’ ve evacuated or are sheltering in place, know what to expect from the hazards you may face. Remain vigilant, stay updated with the latest forecasts and alerts and continue to listen to local officials.
Use Caution After Storms A key part of hurricane preparedness is understanding the dangers that remain well after a storm. This is NOT the time to put your guard down. Nearly half of hurricane fatalities occur after the storm.
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