The Height of Hurricane Season is Here

The height of hurricane season is here and, at DEC, we believe that taking a proactive approach to storm preparedness is imperative to weathering the devastating conditions that can follow in a hurricane’s wake. Just as our team prepares for the work required to restore power after a major storm, we encourage members to prepare a storm response, too. 

One of the first things members can do to get storm-ready is create an emergency preparedness plan. Your emergency plan should include key points such as meeting locations — in the event that you and your family become separated — methods of contact should separation occur and how you will respond to events, depending on the type of storm that occurs. Discussing and practicing for a variety of weather conditions will help those in your household be ready, no matter what kind of conditions you find yourself faced with during or after a storm. 

After you have created your emergency plan, it’s important to make or purchase an emergency preparedness kit. Members’ emergency kits should contain non-perishable food items, enough water to last everyone in your family several days (one gallon of water per person, per day), a first aid kit and supplies, copies of important family documents, extra clothes and personal hygiene items. 

While no one wants to dwell on the damage hurricanes can cause, taking time to prepare for the worst now can lead to a safer storm experience.