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Independent guide. Follow local emergency alerts and evacuation orders.

Before, During, and After a Hurricane

A quick reference for safer decisions through the full storm timeline.

Before

  • • Check evacuation orders and routes.
  • • Build or refresh your emergency kit.
  • • Secure outdoor items and protect documents.
  • • Charge phones, radios, power banks, and medical devices.

During

  • • Stay indoors and away from windows.
  • • Use official alerts and NOAA weather radio.
  • • Do not drive through floodwater.
  • • Keep generators outside and far from openings.

After

  • • Wait for official all-clear before returning.
  • • Avoid downed power lines and floodwater.
  • • Photograph damage before cleanup.
  • • Follow boil-water notices and food safety guidance.
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