The National Hurricane Center offers these tips in preparing for a big storm:
-Securely fasten impact-resistant shutters over all large windows and glass doors. Shutters can be made from metal or plywood.
-Discuss the type of hazards that could affect your family. Know your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding and wind.
-Locate the safest areas in your home or community.
-Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones and make sure your children know how and when to call 911.
-Stock nonperishable emergency supplies and a disaster supply kit, containing water, food, first-aid supplies, cash and other items to last for three to seven days.
-Make sure cars have a full tank of gas.
-Determine escape routes from your home and places to meet. These should be measured in tens of miles rather than hundreds of miles.
-If ordered to evacuate, do not delay your departure.
-Check your insurance coverage - flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance.
-Take first aid, CPR and disaster preparedness classes.
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