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The following information on hurricane preparedness is reprinted from the Dare County Emergency Management website. The link to the complete hurricane website is:
HURRICANE WATCH:
Hurricane conditions are a real possibility in the area.
When in a Watch Area....
- Frequently listen to radio, TV, or NOAA Weather Radio for official bulletins of the storm's progress.
- Fuel and service family vehicles.
- Inspect and secure mobile home tie downs.
- Prepare to cover all window and door openings with shutters or other shielding materials.
- Check batteries and stock up on canned food, first aid supplies, drinking water, and medications.
- Prepare to bring inside lawn furniture and other loose, light-weight objects, such as garbage cans, garden tools, etc.
- Have on hand an extra supply of cash.
HURRICANE WARNING:
A hurricane (winds in excess of 73 mph) is expected within 24 hours in the area. Start precautionary Measures now.
When in a Warning Area....
- Closely monitor radio, TV, or NOAA Weather Radio for official bulletins.
- Complete preparation activities such as putting up storm shutters, storing loose objects, etc.
- Follow instructions issued by local officials. Leave immediately if told to do so!
- If evacuating, leave early (if possible, in daylight). Stay with friends or relatives, at a low-rise inland hotel/motel, or go to a pre-designated public shelter outside a flood zone.
- Leave mobile homes in any case.
- Notify neighbors and a family member outside of the warned area of your evacuation plans.
- Put food and water out for a pet if you cannot take it with you. Public health regulations do not allow pets in public shelters, nor do most hotels/motels allow them.
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