WEATHER THE STORM

We’re in this Together

Get started with these hurricane basics from Ready.gov. Be aware: These products can sell out quickly ahead of a storm. Give us a call & we’ll let you know if it’s in stock.

Before the Storm

Have on these on-hand to batten down the hatches in a snap.

 Storm shutters

 Plywood, boards for windows

 Wrench or pliers at utility shut-offs

 Water alarm & sump pump with battery

 Battery-powered CO alarm

 Install wastewater check valves

 Plastic sheeting, tarps, heavy-duty garbage bags

Go-Bag Gear

Stash essentials ahead of time so you can grab & go.

 Cash

 Extra clothes

 Prescription medications

 Important docs in waterproof, portable container/saved digitally

 First aid kit, personal sanitation needs & moist towelettes

 Extra glasses or contacts and solution

 Pet food and supplies

 Baby supplies — formula/bottles/diapers/wipes

 Blankets/sleeping bags

 Paper/pencil

 Paper plates/forks/cups/knives

 Water for 3 days — 1 gallon per person per day, extra jugs

 Food for 3 days — nonperishable

After the Storm

Be self-sufficient while recovery efforts mobilize.

 Water for 3 days — 1 gallon per person per day, extra jugs

 Food for 3 days — nonperishable

 Fire extinguisher

 Flashlights, batteries

 Hand-crank radio

 Duct tape

 Generator, fuel, gas cans & extension cords

 Dust masks

 Grills & fuel

 Matches in waterproof container

 Cell phone chargers & backup battery

 Rakes, shovels, chain saws