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Strengthen your HomeDeclutter drains and gutters, bring in outside furniture, consider hurricane shutters.Get Tech ReadyKeep your cell phone charged when you know a hurricane is in the forecast and purchase backup charging devices to power electronics.Help your NeighborhoodCheck with neighbors, senior adults, or those who may need additional help securing hurricane plans to see how you can be of assistance to othersGather SuppliesHave enough supplies for your household, include medication, disin …

Know your Evacuation ZoneYou may have to evacuate quickly due to a hurricane. Learn your evacuation routes, practice with household, pets, and identify where you will stay. Follow the instructions from local emergency managers, who work closely with state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies and partners. They will provide the latest recommendations based on the threat to your community and appropriate safety measures.Due to limited space as a result of COVID-19, public evacuation shelters …

Know your Hurricane RiskHurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Find out how rain, wind, water could happen where you live so you can start preparing now. Be sure to consider how COVID-19 may affect your plans. Keep in mind that your best protection from the effects of a hurricane may differ from your best protection from diseases, such as coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).https://4ursurvival.com/hurricane-preparedness/Recognize Warnings and AlertsHave several ways to receive alerts.Downloa …

Before disaster strikes, be ready with an evacuation plan. Check with local officials about what shelter spaces are available for this year. Coronavirus may have altered your community’s plans. Prepare a “go kit” with personal items you cannot do without during an emergency. Include items that can help protect you and others from COVID-19, such as hand sanitizer, or bar or liquid soap if not available, and two masks for each person.Masks should not be used by children under the age of 2. They a …

There are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. Read more tips in Shopping for Food During the COVID-19 Pandemic - Information for Consumers.Last updated April 20, 2020Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administrationhttps://4ursurvival.com/mask/ …