Keep all doors and windows shut tight for the duration of any storm — in many cases, you may also want to properly board them up , too. If a window does break, then it's best to steer clear of that area of your home until the storm subsides as you never know what sort of debris could fly through the opening. During a storm, it's best to seek shelter in interior rooms such as a windowless bathroom, hallway, or even closet, as explained by the National Weather Service.
You'll also want to try to get as low as possible, preferably underground or in a basement area. Lit candles can be dangerous in certain situations. To lower your risk of starting a blaze, you'll want to avoid using flame-lit candles or gas-based lights during or just after a hurricane.
Hurricane parties, when people gather and typically drink alcohol as a sort of distraction from the storm, are known for being a bit of a tradition but they're not exactly a safe one. After all, when dealing with a dangerous situation you'll likely want to be as alert and prepared to deal with it as possible.
Preparation is key and your home especially if it is in an area that has frequent weather-related threats should have a special kit that can help you handle a hurricane or serious emergency.
According to Ready. You can visit the official website for more ideas for items to include in your disaster-preparedness kit. Skip directly to site content Skip directly to page options Skip directly to A-Z link. Natural Disasters and Severe Weather. Section Navigation. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Syndicate. Minus Related Pages. Always listen to authorities regarding whether you should evacuate or stay at home. If you need to evacuate: Grab your emergency supply kit and only take what you really need with you cell phone, chargers, medicines, identification like a passport or license, and cash.
Unplug your appliances. If you have time, turn off the gas, electricity, and water. Other routes might be blocked or flooded. Never drive through flooded areas —cars and other vehicles can be swept away or may stall in just 6 inches of moving water. Contact your local emergency management office and ask if they offer accommodations for owners and their pets.
Learn more about evacuating with your pet. If you need to stay home: Keep your emergency supply kit in a place you can easily access. Listen to the radio or TV for updates on the hurricane. Stay inside. Wait until you hear or see an official message that the hurricane is over. Sometimes, weather gets calm in the middle of a storm but then quickly gets bad again. Stay away from windows—you could get hurt by pieces of broken glass or flying debris during a storm.
Stay in a room with no windows, or go inside a closet. Be ready to leave. Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the CDC website. Linking to a non-federal website does not constitute an endorsement by CDC or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. Listen for reports from authorities on your portable radio. If lightning is present, remember that you can use a cellular telephone during a severe storm, but it's not safe to use a land-line telephone.
On a farm, depending on your location and available shelter, it may be better to leave livestock unsheltered. During Hurricane Andrew, some horses left outside suffered less injury then those placed in shelters.
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