Preparing for a Hurricane
Before the Storm-
Every year, prior to hurricane season (June 1st), your family should review your hurricane plan and make changes as necessary. It should include when you evacuate, where you will go, the route you will take to get there, when you will leave, and what supplies you will take. If you are planning to go to an evacuation shelter, have your shelter kit packed and ready to go. Make sure you have all materials on hand to protect your home before you leave. You should also trim any dead wood from trees surrounding your home. Don’t forget to make arrangements for your pets. Print and save this page for future reference. You may not have power if a storm is approaching.
If the storm is threatening the area, you should monitor the local media, www.mysanibel.com , and Sanibel Hurricane Hotline- 1-800-933-6093 for information and actions to be taken. In addition you should:
Fuel your car. You will need it to evacuate, and pumps don’t work without power.
Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys, and garden tools.
Install your storm shutters or cover windows with plywood and secure all doors.
Prepare boats as appropriate.
Turn refrigerators and freezers to highest settings and remove all perishable items and deposit them into the dumpsters located at the boat ramp as you leave the Island.
Unplug all small appliances.
Turn off LP tanks.
Call an out-of-state friend or relative to let them know of your plans. Then instruct other family members to call that person for information on your whereabouts after the storm has passed.
Fill sinks and bathtubs with water.
Get an extra supply of cash. Banks and ATMs may not be operational immediately after the storm.
Prepare your insurance information.
Hurricane Residents Brochure 125.26 kB
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