How to Prepare for a Hurricane

Preparing for a Hurricane

As much as I hate to say this, it looks like Hurricane Sandy is heading toward the Tri-State Area.  We are making it a priority today to prepare for the storm.  I hope you will do the same.

ShopRite announced on 10/26 that they have begum preparations to for the arrival of Hurrican Sandy.  According to ShopRite,

All ShopRite stores will receive accelerated and additional deliveries of important items that customers tend to stock up on before a storm, including water, ice, batteries, milk and bread. ShopRite’s warehouse and transportation departments continuously monitor the weather and will stay in close contact with all stores during the predicted storm to ensure the needs of all ShopRite customers are met during this time.

“We understand that weather conditions are expected to be severe, so we are doing everything we can to ensure that our customers have what they need to be prepared in advance of the storm,” said ShopRite spokesperson Karen Meleta.

Customers are encouraged to check the official ShopRite Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/shoprite.supermarket) for news on store closings and tips on how to be prepared for severe weather. Customers may also call 1-800-SHOPRITE with questions or concerns.

Here are some steps to protect your family in a hurricane

Step 1: Build an Emergency Kit / “To-Go Bag”

Emergency kit:

• water – 3 day supply (1 gallon per person per day)
• food – 3 day supply of non-perishable (shouldn’t be a problem for us couponers!)
• flashlight
• batter-powered radio
• extra batteries
• first aid kit
• medications (7 day supply) and medical items
• multi-purpose tool
• sanitation and personal hygiene items
• copies of personal documents
• cell phone with chargers (have them fully charged)
• family and emergency contact information
• extra cash
• emergency blanket
• map of the area
• baby supplies
• pet supplies
• car keys and house keys
• extra clothes
• rain gear

Step 2: Make a Plan

Step 3: Be Informed

During a Hurricane:

• Listen to the radio or TV for information
• Secure your home
• turn off utilities if instructed to do so or turn refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting
• avoid using phone
• evacuate if told to do so or if you feel as if you are in danger
• stay away from windows and glass doors
• close all interior doors
• keep curtains and blinds closed
• take refuge in a small interior room if necessary
• lie on the floor under a table or another sturdy object if necessary