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Be ready! Hurricanes

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    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.). Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response.
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    Before

    • Cover windows with storm shutters or plywood.

    • Tune in for local information.

    • Know how to turn off your gas, electricity, and water in case you need to evacuate.

    • Secure outdoor items by moving them to the garage.

    • Make an emergency kit.

    • Designate a shelter area if you can’t evacuate. Rooms without windows are best.

    After

    • If your home has damage, do not reenter until it has been examined by a building inspector for safety.

    • Prevent mold growth; by airing out rooms and disinfecting.

    • Tap water may not be safe to drink. Listen to local warnings. More information

    • Throw away food that may be unsafe. More information

    • Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Use generators, stoves, and grills outside and away from windows and doors.

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    beready_hurricanes.pdf

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