http://www.hurricanesafetyzone.com/hurricane-safety/hurricane-preparation-tip.html Hurricane Preparation Tip: Be Prepared. This hurricane preparation tip may sound redundant, but it is the most useful. en-us Tue, 27 Sep 2005 11:20:33 EDT Tue, 27 Sep 2005 11:20:33 EDT Weblog Editor 2.0 The number one hurricane preparation tip The number one hurricane preparation tip may sound a bit redundant, but it makes sense, and that is -- be prepared. Hurricanes are dangerous and often deadly storms, so when it comes to hurricane safety, everyone should do their part to make sure they keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Each hurricane preparation tip is designed to save lives. Take each hurricane preparation tip seriously and make the necessary hurricane preparations. Here are some hurricane preparation tips: While Waiting for the Hurricane to Hit (A Hurricane Watch is issued when there is a threat of hurricane conditions within 24-36 hours.) Listen for updates Make sure you have supplies Car should have fuel Have an evacuation plan DURING A HURRICANE WARNING (A Hurricane Warning is issued when hurricane conditions (winds of 74 miles per hour or greater, or dangerously high water and rough seas) are expected in 24 hours or less.) Listen constantly to a battery-operated radio or television for official instructions. If in a mobile home, check tiedowns and evacuate immediately. Avoid elevators. If You Are Riding Out the Storm Keep away from windows Unplug appliances If officials indicate evacuation is necessary: Leave as soon as possible. Tell someone outside of the storm area where you are going. If you follow each hurricane preparation tip everything should go a lot smoother. Like we said earlier, each hurricane preparation tip is designed with your safety in mind. Take hurricane preparation seriously. Hurricanes Katrina and Rita taught us all our lesson. Don't be a victim. "We did everything we were supposed to do and got out just in time. Our house sustained minimal damage, so we are definitely happy about that. We feel bad for all those who lost a great deal." Mary -- Alabama Tue, 27 Sep 2005 11:20:33 EDT