Before Hurricane Season Starts You Should:

Assemble your Disaster Supply Kit
These items are often scattered around your home and simply need to be brought together into one location.

Write out your Family Disaster Plan
Discuss the possible hazards with your family. Determine if you are in an evacuation area. Identify and out-of-town family contact.

When a Hurricane WATCH is Issued You Should:

Check your Disaster Supply Kit
Make sure nothing is missing. Determine if there is anything you need to supplement your kit. Replenish your water.

Activate your Family Disaster Plan
Protective measures should be initiated, especially those actions that require extra time (for example, securing a boat or leaving a barrier island).

When a Hurricane WARNING is Issued You Should:

Ready your Disaster Supply Kit for use
If you need to evacuate, you should bring your Disaster Supply Kit with you.

Use your Family Disaster Plan
Your family should be in the process of completing the protective actions and deciding the safest location during the storm.