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2014 Hurricane Preparedness

 
To the constituents of Florida’s 23rd District,
 
June 1st marks the beginning of another active hurricane season, scheduled to last through the month of November. 
 
In its initial outlook for the 2014 Atlantic hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted eight to 13 named tropical storms this year. Three to six of these are expected to be hurricanes, and one to two are likely to be major storms. 
 
Though this forecast is considered below-normal, we must always remain vigilant throughout the season.
 
Taking early precautions, as well as having a recovery plan, is of paramount importance to minimize damage during hurricane season. Each household and business should devise a plan of action detailing where to go if there is a hurricane, especially for those who are in need of special assistance. These plans should not be postponed until danger is imminent. 
 
Below are the resources you need to be prepared. 
 
So get a plan in place, and be safe this season!
 
Debbie
 
Hurricane Preparedness Checklist
 
Inventory your home possessions and review your insurance policies
Assess your home for vulnerable areas: roof, windows, garage door, landscaping
Cash or traveler’s checks
Fill up your car’s gas tank
Emergency contact phone numbers
Fire extinguisher
Clean containers to store drinking water (1 gallon per person per day)
3-day supply of food (canned and dried goods are best
Manual can opener
Hand tools: hammer, nails, ax, knife, pliers, handsaw, screwdrivers
Electric drill with screwdriver bits to install bolts for window protection
Unscented household bleach to purify water (8 drops per gallon of water)
Soap and plastic container
At least one flashlight per person with spare batteries
Spare batteries for other needs
Battery-operated radio with weather band
First-aid kit: bandages, gauze, scissors, petroleum, jelly, antiseptic spray, hydrogen peroxide, antacids, aspirin, thermometer, rubbing alcohol
Extra prescription medicine
Copies of important documents
Matches (wooden ones are best)
Disposable eating utensils and plates
Hygiene and personal care items
Whistle or air horn
Gas grill or Sterno stove with extra fuel (do not take gas grills indoors)
Large trash bags / 100 feet of rope or cord
Tarp, canvas or anything for roof repair
 
Important Phone Numbers
 
**(Remember to dial 911 for police, fire or medical assistance during an emergency)**
 
Broward County
 
American Red Cross: 954-763-9900
Animal Care & Regulation: 954-359-1313
Broward County Hurricane Hotline: 954-831-4000
Broward Emergency Management Agency: 954-831-3900
Special Needs Registry and Shelter – Broward: 954-357-6385
 
Miami-Dade County
 
American Red Cross: 305-644-1200
Miami-Dade Animal Care and Control: 305-884-1101
Miami-Dade Building Code Compliance: 305-375-2901
Miami-Dade County Office of Emergency Management: 305-468-5400
Miami-Dade Emergency Evacuation Assistance Program: 305-513-7700
Special Needs Hotline / Registry: Miami-Dade: 305-513-7700
Special Transportation Services: 305-630-5300
 
Visit www.ready.gov for additional information including caring for pets, aiding family members with accessibility needs and safely shutting off utilities. 
 
To locate and apply for disaster relief, visit www.disasterassistance.gov.
 
For the most current weather information, visit the National Hurricane Center’s website at www.nhc.noaa.gov
 
To contact FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, visit www.fema.gov or call 800-621-3362.
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