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The International Code Council Foundation (ICCF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating the devastating effects of natural disasters. It recommends:
Before the storm
Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys, and garden tools. Anchor objects that cannot be brought inside.
Check/replace emergency supplies and store bottled drinking water.
Review evacuation plans.
Keep a supply of flashlights and extra batteries handy.
During the storm
Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for hurricane progress reports. Stay inside, away from windows, skylights, and glass doors.
If an evacuation is ordered, leave as soon as possible.
Avoid flooded roads and watch for washed-out bridges.
Secure your home by unplugging appliances and turning off electricity and the main water valve.
After the storm
After the storm, stay tuned to local radio for information.
Return home only after authorities say that it is safe to do so.
Avoid loose or dangling power lines and report them immediately to the power company, police, or fire department.
Enter your home with caution.
Beware of snakes, insects, and animals driven to higher ground by flood water.
Open windows and doors to ventilate and dry your home.
Take pictures of any damage to the house and its contents for insurance claims.
Drive only if absolutely necessary and avoid flooded roads and washed-out bridges.
Use telephone only for emergency calls.
Before the storm
Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys, and garden tools. Anchor objects that cannot be brought inside.
Check/replace emergency supplies and store bottled drinking water.
Review evacuation plans.
Keep a supply of flashlights and extra batteries handy.
During the storm
Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for hurricane progress reports. Stay inside, away from windows, skylights, and glass doors.
If an evacuation is ordered, leave as soon as possible.
Avoid flooded roads and watch for washed-out bridges.
Secure your home by unplugging appliances and turning off electricity and the main water valve.
After the storm
After the storm, stay tuned to local radio for information.
Return home only after authorities say that it is safe to do so.
Avoid loose or dangling power lines and report them immediately to the power company, police, or fire department.
Enter your home with caution.
Beware of snakes, insects, and animals driven to higher ground by flood water.
Open windows and doors to ventilate and dry your home.
Take pictures of any damage to the house and its contents for insurance claims.
Drive only if absolutely necessary and avoid flooded roads and washed-out bridges.
Use telephone only for emergency calls.
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