HURRICANE SEASON- June 1 - November 30
Below are some helpful Checklists/Information that you may need in the event a Hurricane comes close to home. These (2) documents may be printed out for you to use, or to pass on to friends and loved ones. While we hope that we have an uneventful 2007 Hurricane Season, By Appointment Only Realty takes pride in caring for our clients as well as our residents.
HURRICANE EVACUATION CHECKLIST http://www.redcross.org/news/ds/hurricanes/evacuationchecklist.html
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Contents in this document:
This Checklist provides the essentials that you do not want to forget in the event that you choose to leave your home. It contains:
~Family Communication Plan Steps
~Contact Information to provide to your out-of-town contact
~Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit Including the following items (Checklist)
~Prepare your Home (Checklist)
~Evacuate if necessary (Checklist)
~Take Precautions (Checklist)
HURRICANE CHECKLIST
http://www.filmsouthinc.com/checklist.htm
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Contents in this document:
~When the storm first threatens (Checklist & Advice)
~When a Warning is Issued (Checklist & Advice)
~When the storm is hours away (Checklist & Advice)
~During the storm (Checklist & Advice)
~After the Storm (Checklist & Advice)
~The day after (Checklist & Advice)
More Hurricane Information:
Evacuation Routes:
Remember, dependant on the Storm's Path, evacuation routes can change. A good rule of thumb is to proceed to I-95, or points West.
If an evacuation takes place, many roads will be closed, or one-way traffic only. Monitor your local Media.
Please pay attention to local television/radio stations to keep informed. Remember, waiting until the last minute is never a good idea. If you are in a mandatory evacuation area, and choose NOT to leave, medical and emergency personnel will most likely, NOT be able to reach you. Also, remember, your pets DEPEND on you for their safety and their lives!
Terms of a Storm:
Tropical Depression
An organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined surface circulation and maximum sustained winds of 38 MPH (33 knots) or less. Sustained winds are defined as one-minute average wind measured at about 33 ft (10 meters) above the surface.
Tropical Storm
An organized system of strong thunderstorms with a defined surface circulation and maximum sustained winds of 39–73 MPH (34–63 knots).
Hurricane
An intense tropical weather system of strong thunderstorms with a well-defined surface circulation and maximum sustained winds of 74 MPH (64 knots) or higher.
Storm Surge
A dome of water pushed onshore by hurricane and tropical storm winds. Storm surges can reach 25 feet high and be 50–1000 miles wide.
Storm Tide
A combination of storm surge and the normal tide (i.e., a 15-foot storm surge combined with a 2-foot normal high tide over the mean sea level created a 17-foot storm tide).
Hurricane/Tropical Storm Watch
Hurricane/tropical storm conditions are possible in the specified area, usually within 36 hours. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for information.
Hurricane/Tropical Storm Warning
Hurricane/tropical storm conditions are expected in the specified area, usually within 24 hours.
Short Term Watches and Warnings
These warnings provide detailed information about specific hurricane threats, such as flash floods and tornadoes
Here are some links to important websites:
http://www.floridadisaster.org/ Florida Disaster- A Great place to set up a Family or Business Plan
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ National Hurricane Center- Watch the Storms Projected path
http://www.wesh.com/index.html WESH Channel 2 Orlando/Daytona
http://www.mapquest.com/ MapQuest for Driving Directions
http://www.fema.gov/ FEMA Website
http://www.redcross.org/ The American Red Cross
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gifs/hur5005.jpg A look at past hurricanes.
