Hurricane Preparedness
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✅ Hurricane Preparedness Tips:
- Know Your Zone
- Learn if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone and understand local evacuation routes.
- Build an Emergency Kit
- Include water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, hygiene items, important documents, and pet supplies.
- Create a Communication Plan
- Plan how you’ll connect with loved ones if power or cell service is lost. Share emergency contact information ahead of time.
- Prepare Your Home
- Secure outdoor items, check storm shutters, trim trees, and know how to safely turn off gas, electricity, and water.
- Stay Informed
- Monitor official weather alerts from sources like the National Hurricane Center, local emergency management, and your installation’s command.
- Update Your Records
- Have a Go-Bag Ready
- Pack essentials you can quickly grab if you need to evacuate on short notice.
- Plan for Special Needs
- Make arrangements for family members with medical conditions, mobility challenges, or special dietary needs.
Charleston, SC
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Feels like: 61°FSunny
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Wind: 1mph NE
Humidity: 69%
Pressure: 30.3"Hg
UV index: 1
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