Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Preparing for hurricanes along the Grand Strand

Hurricane season starts on June 1st and ends on November 30th. Along the Grand Strand, September is typically the most active time for hurricanes and tropical storms. Planning in advance of the storms and keeping up to date with the current tropical weather outlooks are key in keeping you and your family safe.

Watermark Real Estate Groups has listed a few websites and tips that we find helpful for getting thru Hurricane Season:

  • Stock up on food, medicines, and supplies. Don't forget about your pet supplies!
  • Drinking water is important. One gallon of water per person per day
  • Know your evacuation routes
  • Properly store & secure yard furniture and outdoors items
  • Fill your cars with gas
  • Keep cell phones, flashlights, radios, weather radios, and batteries on hand
  • Check all windows and doors to make sure they are secured
  • Keep valuables, personal papers, and insurance information in a waterproof container

Myrtle Beach Chamber - Hurricane Info

American Red Cross Tips

Weather Underground

NOAA Tropical Weather