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Hurricane Checklist: Before and After a Storm Strikes |
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Whether you own or rent property in the Jupiter Florida real estate market, the Tequesta real estate area or other communities in Northern Palm Beach County, you need to know what to do in the event a hurricane is predicted. This comprehensive list was prepared by the Town of Jupiter. Please read this over even if you are a long-time Florida resident. Resources and sources of supplies and gasoline can change. We all want to protect our families and our Jupiter FL real estate -- this information can help you protect yourself, your family and your property.
SUPPLIES: WHAT DO YOU NEED? ��
For lists of gas stations and grocery stores with generator power, go to: http://www.jupiter.fl.us/STORM
Key Supplies for Flood Safety and
Hurricanes
�� Drinking water (at least 7 gallons per person)
�� Battery-operated radio/TV and clock
�� Fresh alkaline batteries
�� Flashlights/lanterns
�� First aid kit
Hurricane Supplies
�� Manual can opener
�� Waterproof matches
�� Toilet paper
�� Diapers and wipes
�� Baby food and/or formula
�� Books, magazines and toys
�� Cash (ATM’s may not work after the storm)
�� Tarps
�� Duct or masking tape
�� Hammer
�� Screwdrivers
�� Nails
�� Tapcon concrete screws for installing
plywood and shutters
�� Rope
�� Lumber
�� Drill, corded and cordless
�� Pruning saw
�� Box saw
�� Large trash can for storing water
�� Water cooler, 5 gallon
�� Plastic garbage bags
�� Insect repellent
�� Sunscreen
�� Rain gear
�� Fire extinguisher
�� Fuel for generators and cars
�� Approved fuel containers
�� Ice chest and ice
�� Soap and detergent
�� Prescription medicine (2-week supply)
�� Disinfectant
�� Bleach for sterilization (unscented with
hypochlorite as the only active ingredient)
�� Tincture of iodine (for water)
�� Purifi cation tablets
�� Sterno
�� Propane gas (for grills)
�� Charcoal grill
�� Charcoal and lighter fl uid
�� Charcoal lighter
�� Disposable plates, glasses and utensils
�� Camera and fi lm
�� Cellular phone and conventional phone
NON-PERISHABLE FOODS:
�� Canned meats and fi sh (tuna, ham, Spam,
chicken, sardines, etc.)
�� Canned fruits and vegetables
�� Canned soups
�� Dried fruit and/or nuts
�� Cereal
�� Crackers and cookies
�� Coffee and tea
�� Peanut butter and jelly
�� Pudding
�� Prepared foods (canned spaghetti, soup,
stew, chili, etc.)
�� Powdered milk, evaporated milk, or
Parmalat milk
�� Pet food, supplies and carrier cage
DON’T FORGET
IMPORTANT NOTE: SPECIAL NEEDS
Palm Beach County has a Special Needs Program to provide for citizens with
certain medical problems during a hurricane. For information, call 561-712-6400
and ask for the Special Needs Coordinator.
Before a Hurricane or Flood Threatens
�� Check insurance policies
�� Protect important papers & valuable items
�� Prepare an inventory of all personal property with descriptions,
take before and after pictures
�� Secure your property – bring outdoor items inside or tie them
down, moor boat securely, etc.
�� Stay tuned to news channels for weather updates and
stay informed
�� Have an evacuation plan with a fl ood-free evacuation route
�� Move vehicles to higher ground
�� Relocate furniture to upper stories or off the fl oor
Before a Hurricane
�� Make shelter arrangements
�� Make pet arrangements
�� Install shutters
�� Fill fuel tanks
�� Lower pool water levels
�� Review your family plan
�� Check your supplies
�� Set refrigerator to coldest settings
�� Freeze extra ice
�� Fill the bathtubs with water
�� Prepare your safe room
After a Storm
�� Make temporary repairs to protect your home
�� Contact your insurance carrier & FEMA regarding damages
�� Before hiring any contractor, verify all licenses and insurances
with the Town of Jupiter Building Department at 1-561-741-2286
�� Report price gouging to Florida Attorney General at 1-866-966-7226
Safety During a Flood
1. Use sandbags to slow seeping fl ood water.2. Don’t walk through fl owing water. Six inches of moving water can knock
you off your feet. Use a pole to check depth when walking in water.
3. Don’t drive through a fl ooded area. More people drown in their cars than
anywhere else. Don’t drive around barriers; the road or bridge may be
washed out.
4. Stay away from power lines and electrical wires. Electrocution is the
second most frequent cause of fl ood deaths. Drowning is number one.
Remember that electricity travels through water. Report downed power lines to
FPL, 1-800-4OU-TAGE.
5. If you can safely turn electricity off, do so. Some appliances, such as
televisions, keep electrical charges after they have been unplugged. Don’t
use appliances or motors that are wet until taken apart, cleaned
and dried.
6. Look out for animals, especially snakes. When fl ooded out of their homes,
small animals may seek shelter in yours. Use a stick to turn things over
and scare away small animals.
7. Look before you step. After a fl ood, the ground and fl oors are covered with
debris including glass and nails, and mud can be slippery.
8. Be alert for gas leaks. Use a fl ashlight to inspect damage. Don’t smoke or
use open fl ames unless you know the gas is off and the area is ventilated.
For lists of gas stations and grocery stores with generator power, go to: www.jupiter.fl.us/STORM
More Info: www.jupiter.fl .us/STORM
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 02 September 2009 )
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