Tips for Hurricane Season!
Prior to the start of hurricane season you should have had your disaster kits and emergency supplies fully stocked. Once a hurricane warning is declared, most of your preparations should be directed toward your home.
DO’S
· Secure your home, inside and out, including windows, doors and boats. Bring in lawn furniture, garbage carts and accessories that could become airborne.
· Charge all mobile phones and keep a corded phone handy.
· Withdraw cash from the bank.
· Get fuel for your car, generator and other gas-powered tools.
· Protect your electronics with surge protectors and waterproof coverings.
· If you own a boat, use double lines at a marina or consider dry-dock storage.
· Monitor the storm’s progress.
· Be aware of all updates on County services. Depending on conditions, bus, rail, garbage collection and recycling service, as well as airport and seaport operations, could be affected.
· Secure your garbage and recycling carts inside a utility room or garage so that they do not become airborne. You’ll need your carts to ensure that you get service after the storm.
· Verify if you live in an evacuation zone. If an evacuation is ordered for your zone, seek shelter outside of the evacuation zone, such as at the home of a family member or friend. Go to one of the Hurricane Evacuation Centers as a last resort.
DON’TS
· Do not begin any tree pruning or household cleanup activities. If you must dispose of tree trimmings, take them to a Neighborhood Trash & Recycling Center.
· Do not place any bulky waste on the right-of-way.
Click on the Link Below to access Palm Beach County's Hurricane Guide in either English or Spanish:
http://www.pbcgov.com/publicsafety/emergencymanagement/
Click on the Link Below to access Broward County's Hurricane Guide:
http://www.broward.org/HURRICANE
Click on the Link Below to access Miami Dade County's Hurricane Guide:
