UPDATE 10.29.25: With the massive Hurricane Melissa wreaking havoc through the Caribbean right now, it’s a good time to prepare for the storm. If you live in areas vulnerable to hurricanes, consider this a reminder to check and recheck your preparations today.
UPDATE 10.7.24: In the wake of the recent devastation from Hurricane Helene which crippled western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, and with Hurricane Milton headed for Florida, it’s time to quickly take stock of your own hurricane preparations. Remember, hurricanes don’t just happen on the coast, and they don’t just happen in the south. Some of the worst devastation from a hurricane before Helene has befallen Vermont, of all places, which has seen a number of deadly hurricanes and tropical storms, including the storm of 1938, Irene, and Beryl. Distance from the sea is not always a shield against disaster. So be prepared. Read through the Red Cross preparation guide below, and be ready to evacuate.
Originally posted on August 29, 2019.
During Hurricane Florence I told you to Prepare for the Hurricane, and showed you FEMA’s guide to getting yourself ready for a major storm. Today I’m bringing you more information, this time from the Red Cross.
Hurricane Safety Checklist
The Red Cross breaks your hurricane safety into three areas of focus:
- What should I do?
- What supplies do I need?
- What do I do after a hurricane?
After reviewing the list below, you should try to answer these three questions. Once you can confidently supply answers to each, you’re ready to act. Prepare now.
HurricaneOriginally posted October 9, 2018.
