Preparing for Hurricane Irene

The South is bracing for Hurricane Irene, currently a Category 4 Hurricane. There a few simple yet sometimes over looked precautions you can take to prepare.

New York, NY (prHWY.com) August 23, 2011 - Some quick tips:
* Visit http://www.noaa.gov/ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for the best and most accurate forecast. They also provide up to date information on Tides, Atmospheric conditions, storm warnings and mall.

*Make sure your cellular device is fully charged. Have a filly charged spare battery stored away for emergency use only.

*Make sure you have extra batteries for all flashlights. Purchase LED flashlights as those bulbs are brighter and last much longer.

*Store all outside furniture in your garage, shed, or anywhere in doors. If you cannot bring the furniture inside then be sure to secure it away from any windows.

*Fill empty water bottles with water and fill in empty spaces in your freezer. This will keep it cold longer if you do lose power.


*Have candles and matches on hand but use cautiously. You do not want them to start a fire.


*Talk to your children now so they won't be as scared if the power does go out

*Lower your A/C a little now so they house stays cooler longer

*Set your freezer and refrigerator to their lowest settings so they stay cooler longer

As we ride out this storm...consider purchasing the survival items you may need for the nest time a storm hits. You can build your own survival kit or purchase a ready made one like the ones we have on 1-800-PREPARE.com

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