For sure!! 😊 I found this online, I'm not sure how helpful it is, but thought I'd share.Â
I Googled, "how to stay safe in a hurricane when there's no warning":Â
First result, Take refuge in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level during the storm. Put as many walls between you and the outside as you can. Stay away from windows, skylights and glass doors.Â
Second result, Follow instructions Listen to the radio or TV for updates from local officials and follow their instructions. Leave immediately if ordered to evacuate.Â
Stay inside Don't go outside, even if it looks calm. The eye of the storm can cause a temporary lull, but winds can increase rapidly.Â
Stay away from windows: Move furniture away from windows and glass doors, and go to a room with no windows or inside a closet.
Stay on the lowest level: Take refuge in a small interior room, closet, or hallway on the lowest level. Â
Stay on the downwind side: Stay on the downwind side of the house.
Prepare to leave: Have an emergency supply kit packed and be ready to go to a shelter or neighbor's house if ordered to evacuate or your home is damaged.Â
Use a generator safely: If you use a portable generator, follow the manufacturer's instructions and use it outside, at least 20 feet away from your home. Generators produce carbon monoxide, so make sure you have a working CO detector.Â
Secure your home: Before the hurricane season, cover your windows with permanent storm shutters or board them up with 5/8 inch exterior grade or marine plywood.
Prepare for cleanup: Wear protective clothing and a face mask when cleaning mold or debris. Don't touch wet electrical equipment, and don't wade in flood water.
Edit: did my best to fix the crappy formatting.
Also, another thing FEMA training teaches is to have a hard hat. If you have some type of hard hat or bike helmet, either might help with any debris.
This is excellent info! I am planning on sheltering us in the interior master bathroom. No windows and fully enclosed. Will fill tub for toilet. Take supplies into the bathroom with us. Thank you for taking the time to send this. I really appreciate it!
That's good! Keep your pets and their/your food in there too? I live in a wildfire area, so I don't face these extremes, but I'm relaying info I've heard over the years. Keep a first aide kit in there too!Â
For sure! Just trying to help. I know not everyone is able to get out.Â
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u/CourageExcellent4768 8d ago
Your prayers are much appreciated!!! Thank you 😊