If you are not fleeing, make plans to stay at home and let your friends and family know where you are. It is not advised to drive during a storm.

If you’re sheltering in place at home during a hurricane, close all the windows and storm shutters, and remain a safe distance from them to prevent injury from broken windows.

To keep your food fresher for longer even if you lose electricity, make sure your refrigerator is set to the coldest setting. Try to pay attention to the weather and emergency information.

When a hurricane is 36 hours away, what should one do?

To stay updated about the weather and any emergency instructions, turn on the TV or any other gadget you would use. Make sure the emergency kit you put together has all the necessities in the right amounts. Arrange a dependable means of communication; ideally, this will utilize emails or SMS messages rather than phone calls.

Once more go over the evacuation plan with your family. Have your car close by and in working order in case you need to escape right immediately.

When a hurricane is 18–36 hours away, what should one do?

For quick access to weather, emergency alerts, and directions, add the webpage for your city to your favorites. Remove any lightweight objects that can be easily projected by strong winds, such as patio furniture and trash cans. You can bring them inside if it’s okay, but you should secure risky objects like gas tanks outside. Check to make sure all of your windows are shut tightly. You might be able to board up your windows.

When a hurricane is six to eighteen hours away, what should one do?

If your TV and radio are still on, switch them on to receive the most recent information. You should also check the weather website every 30 minutes for updates. Storms change direction quickly and with a high rate of speed. Moreover, make sure that all of your phones are fully charged in case the power goes out.

Following a hurricane?

Keep an eye out for directions and updates, and make sure everyone in your family is fine by checking in with them. Wait to return home until you are certain it is entirely safe to do so.

When returning home, avoid driving or walking through floodwaters since they can be dangerous and hide dangerous locations where the ground is unstable or has been washed away.

Electricity may also be added to the water as a result of downed lines. Take a picture of the property damage that has occurred for insurance purposes.

Please join us in prayer for those who have lost friends and family as a result of the recent hurricanes. Always exercise caution. Being careful is better than regretting it.