It’s hurricane season again. Is your “Hurricane Kit” stocked and ready? Do you have an evacuation plan? Are you as prepared as you should be?

Let’s start with a “Hurricane Kit”. A well stocked disaster supply kit should have a first aid kit, canned foods and a manual can opener, at least 3 gallons of water for each person in your family, raingear for each family member, battery powered radio and a flashlight with extra batteries for each. This is just a basic list, feel free to add anything else pertinent to your individual family members needs. Keep these items in a waterproof tote readily available for when the time comes.

If your home does not have hurricane shutters precut 1/2″ outdoor plywood boards for each window of your home. Keep your trees trimmed back by removing any damaged limbs. Make sure that your tie-downs for your manufactured home are in working order.

In the event of a hurricane warning bring any lawn furniture, outdoor decorations (like hanging plants or wind chimes) and trash cans inside. Cover all the windows of your home. Fill your gas tanks in case of an evacuation.

Don’t forget your pets. Make sure that they are current on their vaccinations. Have a pet carrier for each one of your pets (make sure that they are big enough for your pet to stand and turn around. In Hernando County, there is a pet friendly shelter available to you at D.S. Parrott Middle School, 19220 Youth Drive, Brooksville, Fl., 352-796-5062. Pre-registration is available but not required. There is also a pet friendly shelter in Citrus county, Lecanto Elementary School, 3790 W. Education Path, Lecanto.

As always listen to NOAA Weather Radio or local radio or TV stations for up-to-date storm information.

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