Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Are you ready for the 2011 Hurricane season?
Here are some questions to get you started:

  • Do you have contact information printed out where you can access it in case a power outage would affect network or cell phone access?
  • Do you have important papers and valuables collected and in a sealed plastic bag
  • Do you have a full tank of gas? And some extra cash?
  • Do you have access to a NOAA Weather Radio and flashlights (and a supply of fresh batteries)? Do you have a generator and gasoline?
  • Have you assembled supplies such as water, food and medications? After a hurricane, we could be without services (grocery stores and gas stations) for 5-7 days.
  • Is your emergency kit ready? First aid kit?
  • Do you know the steps you would take to help your department prepare for a hurricane? Take the time to be better prepared now in order to be safe and protect your property. For more information, visit http://www.ready.gov/america.

    Some good weather resources:
    National Hurricane Center: www.nhc.noaa.gov/
    National Weather Service: www.srh.noaa.gov/hgx/
    Southeast Texas Weather Briefing: http://www.srh.noaa.gov/hgx/?n=briefing
    Track on Stormpulse: http://www.stormpulse.com/