Emergency Preparedness: Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Preparedness
The Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest the following information to help you in your preparation plans. This information includes supplies you need to have on hand, what you need to do in an evacuation and what to do in a non-evacuation situation. Download file
Preparedness is especially important for residents with special needs. If you or someone you know may need assistance with evacuation, visit our Special Needs Registry page.
Having an ample supply of clean water is a top priority in an emergency. This brochure includes information on proper amounts and storing of food and water for your family during and emergency. Download file
Know where you are going. Hurricane Evacuation Routes are available at Georgia Department of Transportation
Georgia Office of Homeland Security has information on Emergency Shelters
Georgia Public Radio, in cooperation with GDOT, GEMA, GSP and the Georgia Public Broadcasting System, will provide updates on road and traffic conditions in the event of a Hurricane.
Severe Weather FM Radio Stations are:
Brunswick 88.9
Savannah 91.1
Your Business also needs to have a preparedness plan. Guides to assess how best to secure your business, both physically and financially, in case of an emergency are available at http://www.ready.gov
Pets are many times forgotten in emergency plans. Pets are usually not allowed in shelters and few motels/hotels allow animals. This information sheet has emergency numbers and resources to plan for your pets.Download file
Click here to check out more tips to keep you safe before and after the storm. Find information about everything from food safety, to mosquito and rat control, to utility safety and heat stress.
For the latest emergency information in Georgia, visit www.georgia911.org .
WWW Address: http://www.gachd.org/emergency-preparedness/hurricane_preparedness_1.php