How to Prepare for Hurricane Irene, Emergency Preparedness, Disaster P...

Storms Floods Tornados — Are You Prepared

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Forecasters have projected hurricane activity in 2013 to be "above-normal," even it's not as busy as previous years. But one bad storm alone could cause billions of damage to a community, like what happened with Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Irene.
See also: . Are you ready for this year's hurricane season? More often than not, you can usually prepare for a hurricane. Seek advice from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), experts at helping communities with .

Get Prepared

If you are not in the storm's direct path but are concerned you may lose electricity, make sure you're stocked up with supplies in case you lose power for an extended amount of time. Essentials should include:
Water (one gallon per day per person) Food (canned and dry goods, high-calorie food bars) Personal first-aid kit Battery-powered flashlight (with extra batteries) Battery-powered radio (with extra batteries) Personal medication record Prescriptions
In the event you need to evacuate, here is a grab-and-go checklist of handy items to take with you:
Driver's license or personal identification Basic supplies: water, food, first-aid kit, hygiene items
Prescription medications, glasses or contact lenses Maps: the official evacuation route, alternate routes and a list of shelters Car keys and keys to the place you are going (if applicable) Cash or traveler's checks
You should also know what exactly your homeowners policy covers and if a flood insurance policy adequately protects your valuables and will pay for any damage to your home. Also, be prepared to in case your home is damaged.You'll want to do this as soon as possible to help speed the repair process. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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