• Make sure to have a full tank of gas. Carpool to safe locations.

• Make sure a friend or family member is aware of your location if you need to relocate.

• Stocking up on emergency supplies in advance can add to your safety and comfort during and after a hurricane. Store enough supplies for at least three days, preferably seven days, in one place. Essentials include:
o First aid kit and essential medication;
o Canned food;
o At least three gallons of water per person;
o Protective clothing, rainwear and bedding or sleeping bags;
o Battery-powered radio;
o Flashlights;
o and extra batteries.

• Avoid driving during and immediately after a hurricane. Do not drive into flooded areas. Even a small amount of water in the roadway can damage your car or cause injury.

• Know what a hurricane WATCH and hurricane WARNING mean:
o WATCH: Hurricane conditions are possible in the specified area of the WATCH, usually within 36 hours.
o WARNING: Hurricane conditions are expected in the specified area of the WARNING, usually within 24 hours.

Additional Safety Resources
North Carolina Emergency Preparedness: www.readync.org

WRAL Hurricane Survival Checklist: www.wral.com

Wake County Emergency Management: www.wakegov.com/emergency/em.htm

Federal Emergency Management Agency: www.fema.gov

American Red Cross:www.redcross.org

Date Submitted: 2011-08-24