With a storm this large, you must be prepared. Please be cautious and have a plan set in place for Hurrican Irma. Below you will find things you should have, available shelters, Hurricane tracking sites & more useful information.
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Make sure to have these things during before a Hurricane Hits:
Flashlights & extra bulbs
Battery-operated radio
Battery-operated
lanterns
Batteries (in different sizes!)
Matches First aid kit
Duct tape
Rain gear
Clock (wind-up or battery-powered)
Plastic garbage bags
Fire extinguisher
Scissors
Can Opener
Clean clothes
Extra blankets
Heavy gloves
FOOD AND WATER
Pack non-perishable food for each person for 3-7 days.
Bottled water (1 gallon/person/day)
Bottled juice
Two coolers: One for drinks & one for food
Canned foods
Manual can opener
Dry pet food
HOUSE CHECKLIST:
Remove outdoor items
Trim dead branches from trees
Board up windows
Fill gas tanks and extra containers
Get extra cash
Move furniture away from windows
Store important documents in waterproof containers
Extra supply of medicines
MEDICAL CHECKLIST:
Medic-alert tagsInsect-repellent sprays
Feminine hygiene items
SunscreenSoapFirst aid kit
Prescription medication
Over-the-counter medication
Children's medicine
Bandages/Adhesive tape/Antiseptic solution
ThermometerTweezers
PET CHECKLIST:
Your pet will need more than a bag of food in a storm.
Water for your pet for 3-7 days Non-perishable food
Crate/carrier/tank
Leash (non-extendable)
Collar and/or harness
Favorite Toy
Blanket or pillow
Clean litter box
Updated shots and medical records
Microchip with up-to-date contact info
Any medications
Calming aids
Puppy training pads
Heartworm preventatives
Rain gear
Shelters In Clay County:
Shelters In St. Johns County:
Nassau County Shelters:
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