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The hurricane season is often a stressful time for everyone in a hurricane-prone area. Hurricanes cause fear not only for residents living in the storm’s path, but also for relatives and friends of those living in storm-hit areas. Preparation is essential to deal with the challenges of hurricane season, plus it gives you and your loved ones peace of mind.
Steps
Prepare a disaster response kit
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Buy enough food and water to last a few days. Canned food is the only type that is suitable in situations such as storms and floods; Again, remember to check the expiration date to make sure the food is fresh. Always have these with you so you can react quickly in case of an emergency.
- Try buying canned foods that don’t require the addition of water or milk.
- Fill the tub with water if you decide to stay at home. A medium-sized bathtub can hold enough water for 3 days. You can also use this water to flush the toilet.
- The hot water tank also holds a lot of water. An average 150 liter hot water tank can provide water for a person to survive for a month.
- The average person needs about 3.5 liters of water a day. Pets (dogs) need about 1.7 liters of water a day. Cats need less water. [1] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source[2] X Research Source
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Fix the freezer and refrigerator. Do this when the storm hits and you have to be prepared for the long haul. Eat perishable foods first in case of a power outage. Fill refrigerators and freezers with bottled water and perishable foods. The fuller the freezer, the better it can keep cold and maintain a low temperature. Refrigerator is similar.
- Store as much water and liquid in the refrigerator as possible so that in the event of a power outage, the refrigerator will stay cold longer, hopefully until the power is restored.
- Put the ice in the freezer into plastic bags. Fill the freezer with ice packs. You should also freeze water bottles.
- Read the article on how to store frozen food during a power outage for more details.
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Prepare prescription drugs. Make sure you or a family member has enough medicine prescribed by your doctor to take it as usual. Some insurance companies do not accept refills until the patient is almost out of medication. If necessary, you must buy the drug out of insurance; It can take up to a week for you to get the medicine, which puts you at risk to your health. If it’s hurricane season, you’ll need to stock up on medicine in case the storm comes and all pharmacies are closed. [3] X Trusted Source Centers for Disease Contrp and Prevention Go to source
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Make sure you have all the necessary supplies. You’ll need to stock up on all your essentials to weather the storm if you’re stuck indoors for a week without electricity, running water, and shops. These items include a light source (battery-powered or hand-cranked), a can opener, a first aid kit, and cleaning products. [4] X Research Sources
- Print the following first aid instructions for proper application in the event of a situation: http://www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m55540601_FA-CPR-AED-Part-Manual.pdf.
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Always carry supplies with you. Many of the supplies in the disaster kit are portable if you decide to evacuate by car. You will only be able to bring some food and water because there is not enough space in the car. But there are some other items that you need to bring along on the way to avoid storms such as:
- Flare
- Topographic maps
- Battery fishing line
- Reserve fuel tank
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Every few months, you need to check your disaster supplies. This is to ensure the stock is fresh and complete. You certainly don’t want to find out when you’re faced with a critical situation that you’re not prepared to deal with it. [5] X Research Resources Regularly checking the list of classified and updated items will help with this.
- Inflate the air mattress to make sure it doesn’t have to be patched or replaced.
- Use a battery tester to make sure all backup batteries are fully charged.
Strengthening the house
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Make sure your home insurance record is up to date. Hurricane season isn’t the right time to buy flood insurance, either because it can’t be afforded, or it’s horribly expensive. Most regular home insurance services don’t cover flooding, so you’ll need to buy them separately. If your home is badly damaged by a storm, this will help you be ready and able to rebuild when the storm passes. [6] X Research Sources
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Window reinforcement. Close all doors and windows. If storm shutters are not available, close the plywood to the doors and windows. Thus, wind and rain will hardly cause damage to your property. You should also reinforce the garage door to protect everything in it. [7] X Research Source You need to do this as soon as you hear the storm is on its way so that you don’t have to stay outside as the storm increases in intensity. [8] X Research Sources
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Learn how to turn off gas and electricity in your home. Make sure all the tools needed for this are easy to get. If you are not sure what to do, you should ask your gas and electricity supply company for instructions. When a storm hits, you must be able to take safety measures. Be sure to listen to announcements from the authorities during this time to know when to turn these on or off. [9] X Research Source
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Prune trees and branches near your home and garage. If a large tree falls on the house, it can make a big hole in the roof. If a big tree falls on the car, it can crush your car. [10] X Research Source Sawing off dead trees. Have a tree service remove dead trees and branches, and assess the condition of trees that could fall on your (or neighbor’s) home. [11] X Research Source You need to do this before hurricane season, which is before the beginning of June. [12] X Research Source
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Buy a generator. If someone in your family has special medical care or you absolutely must use an air conditioner, being prepared to spend extra money to buy a generator can solve the problem. Search for generator wattage calculators online to make sure you don’t buy an overpriced generator. [13] X Research Sources[14] X Trusted Source Consumer Reports Go to Source
- Buy a lot of 20 liter gas cans. Fuel is often scarce after the storm passes, and many gas stations even limit the amount of gas sold when you queue to buy gas.
- If you can’t buy a generator, buy a DC to AC converter for your car. With this converter, you can use your car as a small generator. This device costs from VND 500,000 to VND 2 million and is available at auto parts stores. You will need a sturdy and long extension cord to keep the electricity in your home.
- Do not turn on the car engine or gasoline generator in the garage, as carbon monoxide poisoning will be very life-threatening.
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Design a “safe room”. This is to prevent damage to your home. The “safe room” should have no outside windows or doors, preferably only one door inside the house. This will be where you and your family take shelter in case the storm gets too intense. Make sure to have your supplies ready, in case you can’t do anything but retreat into it. [15] X Research Source
Family planning in storm preparedness
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News update. Follow the weather channel more or less is up to you, but if you start to feel overwhelmed or panic, turn it off. Remember that many storms move quite slowly. When you hear the news of a storm, chances are you still have days to complete your plan. However, you should not let your guard down or take things lightly, as storms can speed up or change direction suddenly. Paying attention to the weather forecast will help you and your family prepare for the worst and prepare for it. [16] X Research Source
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Find an evacuation route. Check the local government website for information on recommended routes in case people want to get out of the storm. Be sure to review all recommended options to see which routes are best. Plan to use several options because you may not be able to leave the house in time if the storm hits too quickly. [17] X Research Source
Direct Relief
Humanitarian aid organization
Direct Relief is an award-winning humanitarian aid organization operating in all 50 states and more than 80 countries. They focus on helping those affected by emergencies and disasters. Direct Relief has been recognized by Charity Navigator, GuideStar and the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for High Impact Philanthropy for its efficiency and transparency.
Direct Relief
Humanitarian aid organization
Humanitarian aid organization
Direct Relief, a humanitarian relief organization , says you should “fill up your vehicle with gas before evacuating, because supply shortages and increased demand may limit the ability to fully refuel vehicles when storm hit”.
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Discuss and practice disaster planning. Make sure everyone in the house knows who to contact and how to stay in touch when out of the area. In the event that someone in your home is separated, you need to make sure that all family members know where to go to stay safe. [18] X Research Sources
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Let your children know the information. You need to give your child enough information so that an adult can contact them in the event of an evacuation and you are not nearby. If you have young children, write down important contact information on a piece of paper or card and give it to them in case they are separated from you.
- If older children have cell phones, make sure contact information and other emergency numbers are kept in the directory.
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Anticipate evacuation locations. Maybe this place is the home of a friend or relative you’re planning to stay. Talk to them in advance and make sure they stay close to home during the expected landfall. Remember to search for the nearest shelter in case you need an emergency shelter. [19] X Research Source
- It is advisable to evacuate in the following cases:
- You live in a mobile home or “garage”. These homes are not safe even during a Category 1 hurricane.
- You live in tall buildings. The wind will be very strong on high floors and will shake the building.
- You live near a place prone to flooding and/or waves. [20] X Research Source
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Print out copies of the emergency response plan. You can forget many things, especially information that is not used in daily activities. When creating a hurricane plan with your family, you should write it down. Record each step, location, and supplies so that everyone can review them every few months and keep them in mind. That way, when the storm arrives, everyone can stick to the plan instead of trying to recall every detail from scratch.
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Save some cash. You should save some cash for emergency use in case of a storm. After the storm has passed, you can use the money to repair anything that isn’t covered by insurance. You can also help friends, family members, neighbors who may not have insurance; They will surely appreciate your help.
Advice
- Communication and cooperation are key. Stick together, work together, and heed authorities’ safety instructions.
- Stay away from windows during the storm. [21] X Research Source
- A 20 liter bucket lined with garbage bags can be used as an emergency toilet. Another option is to dig a hole in the garden and use it as a makeshift toilet. You can also sprinkle your cat’s litter in the bucket between each bowel movement. The cat litter will absorb the liquid and allow you to use it many more times before taking it out of the house.
- Remember to buy a hand-cranked light so you don’t have to use batteries, but you still need to buy batteries to use for other battery-powered devices.
- You can choose to buy a car refrigerator for less than 1 million VND. This refrigerator uses car batteries. Although small, it can store enough food for at least a day, and of course can store another batch of food when needed.
- If you decide to stay, fill your bathtub with water before the storm hits to make sure you have water to flush the toilet, drink or cook, etc.
- Do not use a regular toilet without running water. Waste will smell in the house. Each time you flush, you use up to 4 liters of water. Instead, you can put a garbage bag in a bucket and use it to go to the bathroom, then take it out of the house.
- Stay away from sharp objects, especially in strong winds.
- In many cases, the steps or tips in this article won’t be necessary if you’re not in the eye of the storm or directly impacted by the storm. Then you just need to be prepared for heavy rain and strong winds.
- Bring valuables with you. For valuables in the house, wrap them in a plastic bag and try to keep them off the ground. Even when you’re out in the storm, consider keeping your photos, insurance records, and other important documents in a sealed bag.
- If you have pets, make sure they wear a rabies license and tag. Also, don’t forget to wear a tag with your pet’s name and contact phone number. If your pet doesn’t have a chip on it, you should have it fitted so that it will be easier for you to find it if it gets lost.
Warning
- Don’t be fooled when the eye of the storm passes. It may mislead you into thinking the storm has passed.
- Always heed the instructions of the Red Cross and the authorities.
- You should seriously consider evacuating if: (a) there is a mandatory evacuation order; (b) there is a chance of a hurricane reaching Category 3-5 and you are within 160 km of the coast; (c) you live in a mobile home or tent and a storm of any degree is on its way towards your area; or (d) you are unable to close or brace the house.
- Remember that hurricanes can reach anywhere from the Caribbean Sea to the east coast of Canada.
- The slower the storm moves, the more likely it is that heavy rain will cause flooding. If the storm seems to be moving very slowly and you live in a valley area, move to higher ground. If the storm moves very quickly, most losses are wind-related. [22] X Research Source
Things you need
- “Self-powered light” and “self-powered radio.” Internally these units are fitted with solar and/or “hand crank” generators. These items help you save money on buying batteries. Some models can also be used to charge phones.
- Glowing stick. Safer than candles in case of gas leaks, flammable and explosive chemicals in your area.
- Solar lights for garden use. You can charge the lamp during the day in the sun and bring it into the house at night to light it up.
- Canned foods and can openers, fruits, vegetables and other foods that don’t need to be refrigerated
- Cell phones and spare batteries. Solar rechargeable batteries will be useful in case of long-term power outages.
- DC to AC converter
- Wet tissue
- Battery powered fans are also very useful if there is a power outage.
- Multiple batteries in different sizes (if you don’t use them during a storm, you can still use them later). Consider buying a car battery to use in battery-powered devices in your home.
- Many large garbage bags to hold human waste and other types of garbage.
- Toilet paper and other necessary hygiene items.
- Prepare at least a 20 liter bucket and cat litter (biodegradable) to use the toilet.
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This article was co-written by Direct Relief. Direct Relief is an award-winning humanitarian aid organization operating in all 50 states and more than 80 countries. They focus on helping those affected by emergencies and disasters. Direct Relief has been recognized by Charity Navigator, GuideStar and the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for High Impact Philanthropy for its efficiency and transparency.
There are 21 references cited in this article that you can view at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 32,117 times.
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