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27 Hurricanes Before, During & After a Hurricane Hurricane Names Hurricanes are named alphabetically from the list in chronological order. There are six lists that continue to rotate, with the lists only changing when there is a hurricane that is so devastating, the name is retired. 2012 Alberto Beryl Chris Debby Ernesto Florence Gordon Helene Isaac Joyce Kirk Leslie Michael Nadine Oscar Patty Rafael Sandy Tony Valerie William 2013 Andrea Barry Chantal Dorian Erin Fernand Gabrielle Humberto Ingrid Jerry Karen Lorenzo Melissa Nestor Olga Pablo Rebekah Sebastien Tanya Van Wendy 2014 Arthur Bertha Cristobal Dolly Edouard Fay Gonzalo Hanna Isaias Josephine Kyle Laura Marco Nana Omar Paulette Rene Sally Teddy Vicky Wilfred Mobile Home Safety 33 Seek shelter elsewhere when threatened by a major storm. 33 Regularly maintain your tie-down straps and anchors. 33 Regularly check straps for rust or corrosion. 33 Protect your windows and doors. Sand Bags During emergencies where flooding is imminent, Santa Rosa County may distribute sandbags in limited quantities as supplies allow, if time permits and personnel are available. Residents can purchase sandbags at home improvement type stores year round and store the unfilled bags until they are needed. Local hardware suppliers in Santa Rosa County include but are not limited to: • Ace Hardware - 8188 Navarre Pkwy. in Navarre • Ace Hardware - 1131 Gulf Breeze Pkwy. in Gulf Breeze • Hall’s Hardware and Lumber - 6606 Caroline St. in Milton • Home Depot - 4829 Hwy. 90 in Pace Lowe’s - 5143 Hwy. 90 in Pace • Lowe’s - 1421 Tiger Park Ln. in Gulf Breeze Placing Sandbags • Overlap the sandbags, placing the first layer of bags lengthwise and lapping the bags so the filled portion of one bag lies on the unfilled portion of the next. • The second layer of bags should be perpendicular to the first layer. • Limit placement to two layers unless a building is used as a backing. • It is important to place the bags with the folded top of the bag in the upstream or uphill direction to prevent the bags from opening when water runs by them. Limitations • Sandbags will not seal out water. • Sandbags deteriorate when exposed for several months to continued wetting and drying. If bags are placed too early, they may not be effective when needed. If it is necessary that bags remain durable for a longer time, the addition of cement can increase effective life. • Sandbags are basically for lowflow protection (up to two feet). Protection from high flow requires a permanent type of structure. Securing Your Boat The key to protecting your boat from hurricanes or any severe threatening weather is planning, preparation and timely action. Each boat owner needs a plan unique to the type of boat, the local boating environment, and the severe weather conditions likely to occur. • Never stay aboard your boat during a hurricane. • Contact local marinas and ask for advice. You will find marina operators knowledgeable and helpful. They can advise you on the best methods for securing your boat. • Remove small boats from the water and move them to a secure location. Ensure the trailer and boat are secured above likely flood areas. • Remove all loose items. • Ensure the boat is tied securely to the trailer. • If your boat is too large to be removed from the water, move it to a safe haven well before the storm approaches. • Double up and secure mooring lines. • Secure all hatches and portals and cover windscreens. • Take down mast whenever possible. • Remove all loose items from decks and superstructure and from area around mooring. Leave nothing unsecured. Never forget that storms move quickly and they are unpredictable. You can always replace a boat; you cannot replace a life.
When hurricanes, severe weather and other natural disasters threaten Florida, a free phone call to 511 provides travel information and roadway conditions. What to do During a Hurricane • Remain in an interior hallway, bathroom or closet on the lowest level of a structure away from windows. • Keep disaster kit handy. • Close all interior doors and brace exterior doors if possible. • If the eye of the storm passes over, it will be calm for a short period of time. REMAIN INDOORS! As soon as the eye passes over, winds will increase rapidly to hurricane force from the opposite direction. • Remain calm. It may take several hours for the storm to pass. • Monitor radio and TV for current information. 28 Hurricanes What to do After a Hurricane • Monitor radio and TV for current information. • Be aware of any boil water notices and avoid unsafe food. • If home is safe make temporary repairs if required. Take pictures of damage. • Check on neighbors. • If you evacuated, return home only when authorities advise that it is safe. • Drive only if it is absolutely necessary. Immediately following the passage of the storm, debris may be covering roadways making them impassable. Emergency crews will be working to clear roadways but it may take hours or even days to clear them all. Avoid sightseeing; water from vehicles sends wakes into others’ property. Roads may be closed for your protection, so if you encounter a barricade, turn around and go another way. • Do not drive in flooded areas. Avoid weakened bridges and washed out roadways. • Stay on firm ground. Moving water only six inches deep can sweep you off your feet. Standing water may be electrically charged from downed power lines. • Beware of downed power lines. Lines may be charged and dangerous. • Beware of snakes, insects or animals driven to higher ground. • Enter your home with extreme caution. Beware of fallen objects or damaged roof and wall sections. • Remove shutters or plywood and open windows and doors to ventilate or dry your home if necessary. • Check gas, water and electrical lines, and appliances for damage. Do not attempt to repair damaged gas or electrical lines. Call a professional. • Use the telephone to report emergencies only. This includes cellular phones. • Wait until area is declared safe before returning or venturing outside. • Use a flashlight to inspect for damage; avoid open flames inside. Points of Distribution PODs are locations where the general public can obtain lifesustaining emergency relief supplies until power is restored. If a major store is open in an area, a POD will not be activated. PODs may not open immediately or at the same time and are subject to change depending on the extent of damage. Possible POD Locations
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