Many stores find it challenging to prepare for hurricane season. Stock too much and there’s no storm, you’re stuck with excess inventory. Stock too little and a storm hits, well, chaos ensues. “We try to have a little extra tape, batteries and water,...
Public shelters provide temporary housing for evaucees. Most shelters do not have beds or cots, so you will probably be sleeping on the floor. Pack as if you were going camping. Things to bring: - Sleeping pads or air mattresses - Blankets...
ALWAYS - Keep a full tank of gas in your car if an evacuation seems likely. Gas stations may be closed during emergencies and unable to pump gas during power outages. Plan to take one car per family to reduce congestion and delay. - Make transportation...
Here is a list of items you should include in your hurricane emergency kit: FOOD - Non-perishable food - Juice boxes - Canned or prepackaged food: soups, vegetables, fruit cups, tuna, chicken, canned pasta dishes, peanut butter, jelly, bread,...
Johnny Cavazos sleeps with a pen and note pad next to his bed. He sometimes wakes up in the middle of the night remembering that he needs to ask somebody for an emergency contact telephone number and wants to jot it down so he doesn’t forget. As...