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Hurricane Preparation

Hurricane Preparation. You are the person most responsible for your safety!. Hurricane Preparation. After a major hurricane, be prepared to be on your own for at least 3 days. Help will come, but may be delayed. Hurricane Preparation.

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Hurricane Preparation

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  1. Hurricane Preparation You are the person most responsible for your safety!

  2. Hurricane Preparation After a major hurricane, be prepared to be on your own for at least 3 days. Help will come, but may be delayed.

  3. Hurricane Preparation Lee County Government wants you to be prepared in the event a storm threatens Southwest Florida.

  4. Hurricane Preparation The following information will help you protect your family and home in case a hurricane approaches Lee County.

  5. Hurricane PreparationBefore the Storm MAKE A PLAN ! • Know the risks to your safety. • high wind • storm surge • freshwater flooding • Identify a safer location if required to evacuate. • Use Public Shelters as a last resort.

  6. Hurricane PreparationBefore the Storm • Cover windows and doors with shutters or shielding materials. • Bring in lawn furniture, garbage cans and other lightweight objects. • If officials order you to evacuate your home, do so immediately. • Never stay in a Manufactured Home if asked to evacuate.

  7. Hurricane PreparationBefore the Storm • Wedge sliding glass doors in the track. • Brace the garage door. • Fill your car with fuel. • Turn off and secure propane tanks. • Fill the bathtub and containers with water for sanitary use. • Set refrigerator to the coldest setting.

  8. Hurricane PreparationBefore the Storm • Have plenty of spare batteries for radios, flashlights and toys. • If you stay home, have plenty of emergency food and water. • Buy or freeze extra ice. Keep three bags per person if space allows. • Block ice will keep longer in a cooler than crushed or cubed ice.

  9. Hurricane PreparationBefore the Storm • Turn off utilities if authorities order. • Refill prescription medications. • Waterproof important documents. • Arrange to safeguard your boat. • Make arrangements for your pets. They are not allowed in shelters. • Service animals are not pets. They are allowed in shelters. • Include pet/service animal supplies.

  10. Hurricane PreparationBefore the Storm • Do not drain your swimming pool. (Lower the water about 12 inches.) • Monitor the Lee County EOC website www.LeeEOC.com for information.

  11. Hurricane PreparationDuring the Storm • Stay in an interior room, like a closet or bathroom. • Stay away from doors and windows. • Closely monitor radio, TV or NOAA Weather Radio for official bulletins.

  12. Hurricane PreparationDuring the Storm • Remain indoors during the storm, even when the “eye” passes over. • Avoid using corded electrical appliances and corded telephones.

  13. Hurricane PreparationAfter the Storm • Stay away until authorities say it is safe to return. • Inspect your home for safety hazards. • Do not travel unnecessarily or sightsee.

  14. Hurricane PreparationAfter the Storm – Electrical Restoration Electrical Utilities have detailed plans to restore your electricity. Service will generally be restored according to the following priorities. • Power plants, transmission lines and substations • Main lines to critical infrastructure functions • Other main lines to bring the largest number of customers on in the quickest time possible • Neighborhood (block-by-block) restoration

  15. Hurricane PreparationGenerator Safety • NEVER run your generator indoors. • All generators produce deadly Carbon Monoxide (CO). • CO is Colorless, Odorless and Tasteless. • Install a CO detector for added safety.

  16. Hurricane PreparationGenerator Safety • Unless you have a transfer switch, do not connect your generator to your home’s electrical system. • Plug appliances directly into the generator outlets. • Use heavy duty, outdoor rated extension cords. • Do not overload the generator with too many things at once.

  17. Hurricane PreparationPrepare Your Supplies • A change of clothing and sturdy shoes • Cash, identification and important papers • Prescription medicines and spare eyeglasses • Special items for elderly or disabled (adaptive aids and specialty supplies)

  18. Hurricane PreparationPrepare Your Supplies • One gallon of water per person per day for a minimum of 3 days • Food that does not require cooking • Disposable eating/cooking utensils • Manual can/bottle opener • Baby items: food, diapers, powder, etc.

  19. Hurricane PreparationPrepare Your Supplies • Portable radio and extra batteries • Flashlights with extra batteries and bulbs • Corded telephone (works without household electricity) • Plastic trash bags • Supplies for pets and service animals

  20. Hurricane PreparationShelter Living • Not all shelters are open for all events. • Know the location of several shelters near you. • Listen to the media for open shelters. • Transportation may be available… • via Special LeeTran Bus Routes. • through Special Needs Shelter Program (call 533-3640 for information).

  21. Hurricane PreparationShelter Living HOSPITALS ARE NOT PUBLIC SHELTERS • If you have special medical needs, register with the County’s Special Needs Shelter program. • Call 533-3640 for more information on the Special Needs Shelter Program.

  22. Hurricane PreparationShelter Living • Bring personal hygiene items. • Bring blankets and/or a cot for sleeping. • Bring quiet toys and games for kids. • Bring comfort foods and snacks. • Be considerate of others.

  23. Hurricane PreparationShelter Living • Pets are not allowed in public shelters unless the shelter is designated “pet friendly”. • Contact Emergency Management for “pet friendly” shelter information. • Service animals are not pets. They are allowed in all shelters. • Do not bring alcoholic beverages or weapons. • Smoking is not allowed in public shelters.

  24. Important NumbersLee County • Emergency Operations Center 533-3622 • Storm Information Hotline 477-1900 (only when activated) • United Way Information (anytime) 211 • Red Cross 278-3401 • Emergency Medical Service 335-1600 • Salvation Army 278-1551 • Health Department 332-9501 • Animal Services 432-2083

  25. Important NumbersLaw Enforcement • Lee County Sheriff 477-1000 • Cape Coral Police 574-0606 • Ft. Myers Police 338-2160 • Sanibel Police 472-3111 • Florida Highway Patrol 278-7100 • Florida Fish & Wildlife 332-6966 • US Coast Guard 463-5754

  26. Important NumbersHospitals • Health Park Medical Ctr. 433-7799 9981 Health Park Circle, Ft. Myers • Lee Memorial Hospital 332-1111 2776 Cleveland Avenue, Ft. Myers • SW Florida Regional Med Ctr. 939-1147 2727 Winkler Avenue, Ft. Myers HOSPITALS ARE NOT PUBLIC SHELTERS

  27. Important NumbersHospitals • Cape Coral Hospital 574-2323 636 Del Prado Blvd., Cape Coral • Lehigh Regional Medical Ctr. 369-2101 1500 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres • Gulf Coast Hospital 768-5000 13681 Doctors Way, Ft. Myers HOSPITALS ARE NOT PUBLIC SHELTERS

  28. For More Information • Call Lee County Emergency Management at 239-533-3622 • Attend a community hurricane seminar. (Call or visit our website for a schedule) • Review the ALL HAZARDS GUIDE.(Call or visit our website for a copy) • Internet: www.Lee-County.com or www.LeeEOC.com

  29. Watch this channel for continuing updates and information issued by the Lee County Emergency Operations Center.

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