Hurricane season started on June 1, it is important to be prepared
Here we have some suggestions to help you get prepared for the hurricane season
Emergency Numbers
Red Cross Hotline for Shelter 866-438-4636
Broward County Hurricane Hotline 954-831-4000
Broward County Elderly and Veteran’s Special Needs Registry 954-537-2888
Broward School District Hotline Schedule 754-321-0321
FEMA Hotline 800-342-3557
Broward Sheriff’s non-emergency 954-765-4321
FEMA 800-621-FEMA
Pet friendly Hurricane 954-989-397
Hurricane Kit
Food & Water
Drinking Water one gallon per person per day
Food enough for at least 3 or 4 days
Unscented household bleach to purify water 8 drops per gallon
Entertainment for kids and adults
Emergency Supplies
First aid kit
Medicines/prescription drugs: 2-week supply
Fire Fire Extinguisher
Flashlight and extra batteries
Battery-operated or hand-crack radio
Hard line telephone with jack
First Aid Kit
Bandage in various sizes
Sterile gauze pads
antibacterial soap
Antiseptic
Scissors
Needle
Thermometer
Non-Prescription Drugs:
Pain reliever
Anti- Diarrhea medication
Antacid
Laxative
Tools & other supplies:
Paper plates, napkins, and plastic eating utensils
Extra bedding in case of evacuation
Clothing, including rain gear and sturdy shoes
Manual can opener
Have your important documents with you such as, insurance policies, Social Security cards, passports, immunization records, inventory of the valuable household goods, contracts, deeds, wills, etc.
Plan for disaster and emergency
When The Storm Approaches
1.Plan where to stay during the storm
2.Identify a safe room
3.If you need to evacuate call 866-438-4636
4.Get your hurricane kit (see back)
5.Stay informed listen to the radio or watch TV
6.Make records of your assets for insurance purposes
7.Protect important papers (insurance policies, etc.) keep them in a waterproof container.
8.Protect your home do not leave loose items
9.Turn refrigerators and freezers to the coldest
settings
10.Get gas
11.Get cash
12. Charge cell phones
Evacuation
In the case that your home is located in an evacuation zone map a route to the shelters near your area.
For more information on shelters call 866-438-4636
Take your hurricane kit
Shelters require full proof of vaccinations
for pets
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