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Messages to share

Include these key messages about hurricane preparedness when creating content for social media posts. Visit the Hurricane Season Preparedness Digital Toolkit page for additional resources and ready-to-use social media posts.

Hashtag: #HurricanePrep, #HurricaneStrong

  • Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem, find out how rain, wind, water could happen where you live so you can start preparing now.
  • Discuss your hurricane emergency plan with your household.
  • Have enough supplies for your household, include medication, disinfectant supplies, cloth face coverings, pet supplies in your go bag or car trunk.
  • If you or anyone in your household is an individual with a disability identify if you may need additional help during an emergency.
  • You may have to evacuate quickly due to a hurricane so make sure to know your local evacuation zone.
  • Download the FEMA app and receive real-time alerts from the National Weather Service for up to five locations nationwide.
  • Review your insurance policies and make sure personal documents (like ID) are up to date. 
  • Prepare your business with a continuity plan to continue operating when disaster strikes.

Have enough food, water and other supplies to support your needs for several days. Pictured: an emergency supply kit.

Download the FEMA app to get alerts and warnings. #hurricaneprep
Download the FEMA App

Have an Evacuation Plan
Have an Evacuation Plan

Prepare your home. Always run generators outdoors to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Fill up your car's gas tank, park in a garage if possible. Cover windows with hurricane shutters or plywoood Secure outdoor objects or bring them inside. Keep all trees and shurbs well-trimmed.
Prepare Your Home

Have enough food, water and other supplies to support your needs for several days. Pictured: an emergency supply kit.
Build a Kit

Last Updated: 02/16/2024

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