Hurricane Emergency Plan of Action

Every family needs a hurricane emergency plan of action.

There are activities that can be done ahead of time, like preparing a hurricane emergency supply kit. Some other activities can only be done when the warnings comes, and the weather service has given the information that a hurricane may be on its way.

Use this hurricane emergency plan of action to prepare your family for an impending natural weather emergency. Assign tasks to different family members. Keep your list posted in a visible spot in the house.

Hurricane Emergency Plan of Action: Before Hurricane Season

At the beginning of hurricane season, prepare a hurricane emergency kit. If you have a kit from last year, go through it to see if it anyitems needs to be replaced or purchased.

Also make an evacuation plan for your family. A home evacuation plan can be used in case of any home emergency, from fire to hurricanes, totornadoes. Be sure that the evacuation plan includes a safe place for the family to meet.

Hurricane Emergency Plan of Action: Beginning of Hurricane Season

Educate yourself and your family on the geography of your local area. For residents of high-hurricane impact areas, the local supermarket, like Publix, will include a hurricane map for hurricane tracking.

Use a hurricane map from the store or the local newspaper, or print a map out from a web site. Track any named storms with your family.

Hurricane Emergency Plan of Action: A Hurricane is Coming

Every time a hurricane is coming, it is imperative to move any outdoor objects into the house. For those living in coastal areas, this can take some time. Bring all lawn ornaments, lawn chairs, and patio furniture into the house.

Do not leave items like garden tools or garden hoses outside, either. In a strong hurricane, the most innocent item can become dangerous.

Also, fill up your car or cars with gasoline.

At this point, you will also need to stop at the local ATM and withdraw cash. ATM machines may be affected by hurricanes, and banks may be closed.

Charge up any and all cell-phones to their capacity.

Make plans with any nearby friends or relatives if you need to evacuate to a safer location.

Pick up any last minute food supplies, baby supplies or pet supplies. Be patient, as everyone else will be doing the same thing.

Fill bathtubs with water. This water may be used for cleaning if needed, just don't drink it.

Hurricane Emergency Plan of Action: A Hurricane Arrives

Stay inside, don't go exploring, and evacuate when and if you are advised to evacuate.