These are things to do whether you are in a period and in a hurricane zone or not. These practices are easy to implement and can save you big worries in the event of a disaster!
Your keys
Place duplicates of your keys in a place separate from your home (work, friends, family, etc.).
Your papers
Make scans of your papers, cards and contracts and store them online (cloud).
Your goods
Take photos of your goods and store them online (cloud).
Your insurance
Your contracts should be checked regularly throughout the year.
Cash
Keep some cash on hand in case the payment or withdrawal systems fail.
Things to prepare at the start of the season and to check in case of Watching.
roofing
Check or have your roofs checked by a professional at the start of the season.
Aligners
Clean your gutters so you don't have to do it at the last minute, without the equipment or providers.
Pruning
Prune your trees and remove the coconuts that could turn into projectiles.
Gullies
Clean and clear your nearby gullies to avoid potential flooding.
Things to do in case of Watching.
Exteriors
Tuck in or tie up anything that can fly away. Check your carbets and other ancillary constructions.
Tank
If you have a water recovery, disconnect it and isolate the reserve.
Pool
Lower the level a little to avoid overflow and do a preventive shock treatment.
Openings
Protect your bay windows and windows without shutters (boards, mattresses, etc.).
Vehicles often suffer when a cyclone passes. If you have a garage, these tips don't apply to you except for fuel
Parking
Do not leave your vehicles under trees or in a flood zone.
Windows
Check that your windows are tight and closed.
Fuel
Keep a fuel level that will keep you going for a few days.
Vandalism
Watch out for vandalism during containment.
The stock of essential equipment to have during the passage of a cyclone.
Light
As the risk of a power cut is high, you will need flashlights and sufficient batteries.
Sparkplugs
For the same reason of probable blackout of power cut, provide sufficient candles and matches.
Knife
A “leatherman” type utility knife will be extremely useful.
COVER
Provide one aluminum survival blanket per person in the household.
Radio
1 FM radio with sufficient spare batteries.
Phone
Check that you have enough unit on your mobile phone in an emergency
Whistle
Keep a whistle nearby in case you get stuck in an area without being able to free yourself.
First aid kit
Check that you have a first aid kit and that it is functional.
The stock of essential equipment to have after the passage of a cyclone. Remember to store it sheltered and out of water.
Water Access
Provide sufficient water for a minimum of 5 days (15l per person)
Stove
A small camping stove will help you a lot in the event of a power outage or damage to your kitchen.
Food
Provide non-perishable food for 5 days.
Javel
Bleach tablets to be able to disinfect.
Tools
Saw, nails, hammer, tarpaulins, wood… etc will allow you to organize yourself to a minimum in the event of major damage.
Electricity
If possible, a small generator set with the necessary fuel is ideal.
"Just for You ❤" box of matches
Keep a stock of matches protected from moisture.
pharmaceuticals
If you have regular prescriptions remember to have enough medicine for 5 days.
The right behavior to have and important actions before a cyclone passes
Neighborhood
Give your neighbors the contact details of your relatives (family or friends) in the event of a problem.
shelters
Find out about the shelters and reception areas provided by the municipalities and the authorities.
dwelling
If your home is in the area where the cyclone will pass, go to a reception area.
instructions
Never go out of your house in purple alertness.
Listen to the radio
Stay informed of developments by listening to the major local radios which make information.
Watching
Comply with the authorities' Watching and containment instructions to the letter.
Location
Determine a place where you can meet your family and friends at the end of confinement in the event of a total breakdown in communications.
Electricity
Cut your meter at the first big gusts and thunderstorms. Unplug your electrical appliances.
The right behavior to have during the passage of a cyclone
instructions
Follow exactly the directives of your prefecture and civil security.
Radio
Stay informed even in the event of a power cut by listening to local news radios.
windows
If your windows / windows are not protected, stay away as far as possible.
DO NOT OPEN ANY DOOR OR WINDOWS.
Emergency
Do not contact emergency services unless there is an absolute emergency.
Trip
Above all, do not leave your home.
Proximity
Report possible injuries near your home if you see anything of concern.
Damage
In the event of significant damage (windows, roof, etc.) take shelter in the most confined room (bathroom, pantry, etc.) and / or protect yourself under mattresses.
The right behavior to have and the important gestures after the passage of a cyclone
Listen to the radio
Stay informed of developments.
Trip
Wait for the green light from the authorities to leave your home.
verifications
Take a tour of your property and neighbors
Wounded
Report any injuries near you.
Damage
Take pictures from various angles of all the damage (House, vehicle, exterior… etc).
Emergency
Do not hinder the work of the emergency services and help them by clearing the traffic lanes.
Water Access
Do not drink tap water until you have the green light from the authorities.
Cisterns
Never consume water from your cisterns.
