PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY

-Know if you live in an evacuation area. Know your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding and wind. Have a written plan based on this knowledge.

-At the beginning of hurricane season (June 1st), check your supplies, replace batteries and use food stocks on a rotating basis.

-During hurricane season, monitor the tropics.  Visit for the latest updates.

-Monitor with a NOAA Weather Radio.

-If a storm threatens, heed the advice from local authorities. Evacuate if ordered.

-Prepare and execute your family plan.