Hurricane Season Is June 1st Through November 30th.
We have compiled a list of items we would recommend having on hand during the season to have readily available on a moments notice wether it be for a hurricane, thunderstorm, or a common power outage.
Please Note That Our List Is A Bit Extreme However We Like To Have As Many Helpful Items Listed That Sometimes People Wouldn’t Think About But However Could Be Very Handy And You Might Already Have Them Around Your House. Some Situations May Require Certain Items That Others Might Not, Especially Living Along The Atlantic Coast. If You Think There Are Any Items We Don’t Have Listed And Think We Should Feel Free To Email Your Recommendations To Us.
- Tarps / Tarp Nails
- Chainsaw / Hand Saws / Circular Saw / Axe / Crowbar / Prybar / Sledge Hammer / Claw Hammer / Power Drill
- Generator / Power Inverters
- Gasoline / Oil / Propane
- Extension Cords
- Solar Panels
- Batteries / Power Bank Charger
- Battery Chargers
- Propane Stove / Propane Tanks
- Rain Gear / Boots / Ponchos
- Water Proof Storage Containers
- Zodiac / Kayak / Inflatable Rafts
- Rope / Bunjies / Tie Downs / Tow Straps
- Roof Tarps
- Para Cord 550
- Flare Gun / Strobe Rescue Light / Emergency Locator Beacon
- Shovel / Pick Axe
- VHF Radio / HAM Radio / GMRS / NOAA Weather Radio / Battery Operated Radio
- Flashlights / Headlights / Chemlights / Lanterns / Candles
- MRE’s / Protein Bars / Long Term Storable Food
- Portable Stove
- Water / Water Filtration / Water Purification Tablets
- Duct Tape / Zip Ties
- Contractor Bags
- Sand Bags
- First Aid Kits / Trauma Kits / Tourniquet
- Medications / Aspirin Ibuprofen / Benadryl
- Blankets
- Lighter / Fire Starter
- Knife / Machete / Leatherman (multi-tool)
Don’t Forget Children’s Items And Pet Items.
https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes
Always Pay Close Attention To The Weather In Your Area And Follow All Recommendations From State, County And Local Officials. Pay Attention To Your Local News And Weather For Current Conditions And Information. Always Remember Weather Changes Fast Especially Along The Coast.
Our Go To Weather Person Is Ed Piotrowski ABC 15 WPDE