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🌀Emergency Action Plan
Hurricane
Tropical cyclones bringing catastrophic wind, storm surge, and rainfall. Advance warning is long enough to prepare, but storm paths shift quickly and intensify rapidly.
Immediate Action Protocol
Execute these immediate safety steps in chronological sequence when this hazard threatens your area.
1
Follow evacuation orders immediately. Know your zone and route before the season begins.
2
Board windows or install approved storm shutters. Bring in outdoor furniture and projectiles.
3
Move valuables and electronics to the highest accessible floor.
4
Fill bathtubs with water for sanitation use in case supply is interrupted.
5
Keep a paper copy of insurance policies and identification in your go-bag.
Priority Gear for Hurricane
Tarps and patch kits
Sandbags
Storm shutters or plywood
Hand-crank weather radio
Waterproof document bag
Authoritative Reference Standards
Guidance for this protocol draws upon public safety documentation provided by:
- NOAA National Hurricane Center
- Ready.gov Hurricanes
- FEMA: Hurricane Preparedness