During severe weather, tri-state area residents should take caution and be on the lookout for flash flooding which can make for hazardous road conditions. There is a potential for strong winds, which can cause power outages, and dangerous rip currents, as well as coastal and local flooding.
These ten tips can help you prepare:
1. Create an emergency preparedness kit with food and water, batteries and other basic supplies for each family member to last at least three days. Remember to include essential medications, copies of important documents and special items for children and pets. Click here for a list of supplies you should have.
2. The Red Cross also recommends creating two separate kits - one stay-at-home kit that should contain two weeks of supplies and an evacuation kit that should contain three days worth of supplies.
3. Learn lifesaving skills like CPR and First Aid.
4. If you are in a flood zone know your evacuation route and create a plan with your family. Put sandbags around areas of your property that are prone to flooding.
5. Keep a list of emergency phone numbers.
6. Plan what to do in case you are separated from your family during an emergency and what to do if you must evacuate.
7. Check on any elderly or disabled neighbors.
8. Make sure all leaks and repairs are secure on your home.
9. If a storm is predicted, remove any loose items from your yard, including garbage cans and patio furniture.
10. Avoid walking and driving through flooded areas. As few as six inches of moving water can knock a person over or cause them to lose control of a car.
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11. Stay away from downed power lines. Just because the wires have fallen doesn’t mean they are not active.
12. Be informed, and understand which disasters are likely to occur in your area and what you must know to stay safe. Tune in to local news on TV or an emergency, battery-powered or hand-crank radio.
The infographic below shows you what to do before and after a hurricane:
Infographic from the CDC on what to do before and after a hurricane. CDC
Content source: Center for Preparedness and Response
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