EMERGENCY PLANNING      HURRICANE SAFETY

 

TERMS TO KNOW:

    Hurricane Watch - Hurricane conditions are a real possibility 

             for an area.

    Hurricane Warning - A hurricane is expected within 24 hours.

            Begin precautionary action at once.

AT HURRICANE WARNING:

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Listen for weather updates and stay informed.

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Keep portable radio and flashlight on hand, with fresh batteries.

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Clear your yard of all loose objects.

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Moor you boat securely.

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Store drinking water in clean containers.

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Shutter or board windows.

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Plan a flood-free evacuation route.

 

COLUMBIA COUNTY HURRICANE SHELTERS:

WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FORT WHITE HIGH SCHOOL

 

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IF ORDERED TO EVACUATE - OBEY IMMEDIATELY! Take your Disaster Kit.  Let friends and neighbors know where you are going.

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Do not return to evacuated areas until local officials have issued an all-clear.

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Smoking, Alcoholic beverages, Weapons and Pets are NOT allowed in public shelters.

 

COLUMBIA COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

(386) 758-1125

 

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