Hurricane Preparedness

Orders to evacuate before a strong hurricane hits can be especially difficult on the elderly. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other disaster relief agencies say planning is essential to effective evacuation and reassuring elderly family members, friends and others in the community. more »

If you live in an area that is hurricane-prone or are visiting one, you should be aware of the weather at all times. The hurricane season is from June through November. If a storm occurs, you must know how to “hunker down." There is preparation required, and it could take several hours to complete all the steps. more »

There is a hurricane period for the East Coast every year that starts on June first and doesn't end until the last day in November. All individuals who could be impacted by one should know how to stay safe. There are a number of things you can do to accomplish this. A few of them will need more of your attention and time, but there... more »