GUIDE Official Guide for the Tampa Bay Area

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1 PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One THINK AHEAD ABOUT resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person per day for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Don t pull the permits for the If you suspect a contractor of potential 1--- Planning for Emergencies license, Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Always supervise -DO NOT WADE Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, Always use proper safety equipment Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for Don t burn trash. Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. papers (ID, insurance, For more disaster planning, online to or Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are KEEP YOUR CONTACT contact in your phones carry with KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance.. Know If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure Determine if a portable or stationary your NEVER connect a portable generator Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Hire only licensed contractors. Be Stationary (whole house) Obtain a written estimate or contract. caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Proper ID collar and rabies Photo of you with your pet A comfort item such as a Microchipping your pet is tag/license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

2 into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices license, For more disaster planning, online to or THINK AHEAD ABOUT Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Don t pull the permits for the Always supervise -DO NOT WADE If you suspect a contractor of potential Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators 1--- Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, 1. Determine the appliance or equipment Always use proper safety equipment Determine if a portable or stationary Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for your NEVER connect a portable generator Don t burn trash. Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Stationary (whole house) contact in your phones carry with KEEP YOUR CONTACT PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person per day for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what papers (ID, insurance, CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. 1 Your Disaster Plan resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor Planning for Emergencies Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance Know.. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Proper ID collar and rabies tag/license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Hire only licensed contractors. Be Obtain a written estimate or contract. 1. Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Photo of you with your pet A comfort item such as a Microchipping your pet is Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Purchase a NOAA Weather Radio and/or a battery-powered Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

3 into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices license, For more disaster planning, online to or THINK AHEAD ABOUT Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Don t pull the permits for the Always supervise -DO NOT WADE If you suspect a contractor of potential Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators 1--- Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, 1. Determine the appliance or equipment Always use proper safety equipment Determine if a portable or stationary Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for your NEVER connect a portable generator Don t burn trash. Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Stationary (whole house) contact in your phones carry with KEEP YOUR CONTACT PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what papers (ID, insurance, CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. 1 Your Disaster Plan resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor Planning for emergencies Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or PASCO COUNTY Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance Know.. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Photo of you and your pet Proper ID collar and rabies tag/ A comfort item such as a license Microchipping your pet is clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Hire only licensed contractors. Be Obtain a written estimate or contract. 1. Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Purchase a NOAA Weather Radio and/or a battery-powered Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

4 PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One THINK AHEAD ABOUT resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Don t pull the permits for the If you suspect a contractor of potential 1--- Planning for emergencies license, Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Always supervise -DO NOT WADE Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, Always use proper safety equipment Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for Don t burn trash. Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. papers (ID, insurance, For more disaster planning, online to or Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are KEEP YOUR CONTACT contact in your phones carry with KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what PASCO COUNTY Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance.. Know If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure Determine if a portable or stationary your NEVER connect a portable generator Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Hire only licensed contractors. Be Stationary (whole house) Obtain a written estimate or contract. caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Photo of you and your pet Proper ID collar and rabies tag/ A comfort item such as a license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Microchipping your pet is Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

5 PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One THINK AHEAD ABOUT resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Don t pull the permits for the If you suspect a contractor of potential 1--- Planning for emergencies license, Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Always supervise -DO NOT WADE Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, Always use proper safety equipment Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for Don t burn trash. Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. papers (ID, insurance, For more disaster planning, online to or Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are KEEP YOUR CONTACT contact in your phones carry with KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what PASCO COUNTY Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance.. Know If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure Determine if a portable or stationary your NEVER connect a portable generator Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Hire only licensed contractors. Be Stationary (whole house) Obtain a written estimate or contract. caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Photo of you and your pet Proper ID collar and rabies tag/ A comfort item such as a license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Microchipping your pet is Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

6 PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One THINK AHEAD ABOUT resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Don t pull the permits for the If you suspect a contractor of potential 1--- Planning for emergencies license, Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Always supervise -DO NOT WADE Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, Always use proper safety equipment Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for Don t burn trash. Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. papers (ID, insurance, For more disaster planning, online to or Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are KEEP YOUR CONTACT contact in your phones carry with KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what PASCO COUNTY Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance.. Know If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure Determine if a portable or stationary your NEVER connect a portable generator Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Hire only licensed contractors. Be Stationary (whole house) Obtain a written estimate or contract. caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Photo of you and your pet Proper ID collar and rabies tag/ A comfort item such as a license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Microchipping your pet is Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

7 PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One THINK AHEAD ABOUT resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon of water per person per day for drinking water plus water for cooking and washing Don t pull the permits for the If you suspect a contractor of potential 1--- Planning for Emergencies license, Plastic trash bags Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes or Avoid downed or dangling power lines. Always supervise -DO NOT WADE Be aware of snakes, insects, alligators Be extremely careful with a chainsaw Call professionals to remove large, Always use proper safety equipment Drink plenty of fluids, rest and ask for Don t burn trash. Keep grills and generators outdoors in a Avoid candles. Use battery-operated Stay tuned to your local media for up-todate emergency. Avoid driving. If you drive, treat any signals as a -way stop. CHOOSE A CONTACT PERSON. papers (ID, insurance, For more disaster planning, online to or Stay tuned to the latest. more go to weather.gov, Check your. Get any into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are KEEP YOUR CONTACT contact in your phones carry with KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance.. Know If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure Determine if a portable or stationary your NEVER connect a portable generator Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Hire only licensed contractors. Be Stationary (whole house) Obtain a written estimate or contract. caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Proper ID collar and rabies Photo of you with your pet A comfort item such as a Microchipping your pet is tag/license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. Seal all gaps under doorways If you are told to protect your breathing, cover your nose and Wills, deeds and copies of Special medical Business tax license Business supply/vendor lists Evacuation Plan - Decide where you will go and how you will Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or closest sturdy Stay in your vehicle with the seat belt Put your head If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the 1. Prevention is key. Get your flu shot and other Wash hands often and thoroughly. Stop the spread. Stay home when you are ill. Employers and

8 PICK TWO MEETING PLACES. One THINK AHEAD ABOUT resources where you can get more and, seniors, the disabled, and those who face poor First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, Charcoal, matches, and grill (Do not use indoors) Ice An old-fashioned corded telephone (ie. not a cordless or cell Cash (With no power, banks may be closed; checks and Emergency charger for cell phones and other mobile devices Infant items (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV & Medicines: n updated list of family medicines and two week supply of prescription medicines. Food: Keep enough food to feed the whole family for three or cooking (canned foods, protein bars, peanut butter,. 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Get any into the street or storm water on how to create a Residents Have valid ID with your current Businesses Have a valid picture ID, Avoid driving, especially through water. a -way stop. damage and enter with cauti Open windows and doors to ventilate and If you suspect a gas leak, leave immediately and call -1-1 or your natural gas provider from a safe locati If your home or business has been flooded, Be extremely careful with fire. Let your out-of-town contact know you are KEEP YOUR CONTACT contact in your phones carry with KNOW YOUR RISK. Learn what Make sure your windows, doors and garage doors are Clean containers including your bathtub for storing Offer your home as shelter to friends or relatives who Check your. Make sure you have at During the storm, stay inside and away from windows, Find a Safe Room in your home, usually an interior, Wait for official word that the danger is over. If flooding threatens your home, turn off electricity at If you lose power, turn off major appliances, such as Monitor your battery-operated radio, NOAA weather emergency. Do not travel until you are told it is safe to do so. Make sure your destination is not within a zone that Take enough supplies for your family. Take your pets. Don t forget their supplies. Move inland away from the storm surge and inland flash.org (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), call Toll-Free () 1SAFE () or visit mysafeflorida.org. Elevation Flood barriers Dry flood proofing Wet flood proofing Pull Together Discuss Your Evacuation Plans Take Steps to Protect Your Home/Business Review Your Insurance.. Know If you rent, you need insurance to protect your belongings. Set aside funds to pay your hurricane deductible. Get covered for the costs of building code upgrades. Inventory your home s contents to accurately price coverage and speed the claims process. There is free, secure Determine if a portable or stationary your NEVER connect a portable generator Know what your homeowner s or Place generator outdoors and away Contact your local building department Before refueling your generator, Conserve fuel by alternating Store fuel safely outside in labeled Hire only licensed contractors. Be Stationary (whole house) Obtain a written estimate or contract. caregiver with options. For more call your local become contaminated. Nearly 0 percent of Proper ID collar and rabies Photo of you with your pet A comfort item such as a Microchipping your pet is tag/license clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with TURN AROUND; DON T DROWN. Avoid flooded areas or Purchase flood insurance. then Florida s toll-free hotline 1--- (1--FLA-SAFE) to report any suspicious activity. If it is an Your Family Disaster Plan should include emergency contacts Keep car windows/air vents closed. Do not use the air Close all doors and windows. 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