Hurricane Planning and Preparation
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It is never a question of if a hurricane will strike; it is a matter of when, so now is the time to get your home and workplace ready. And there is no better time to review you plans than on this year. The Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has specific recommendations on how you can prepare. They can save your life and your property!
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The goal of this Hurricane Preparedness Web site is to inform the public about the hurricane hazards and provide knowledge which can be used to take ACTION. This information can be used to save lives at work, home, while on the road, or on the water.
Emergency Planning
You can begin this process by gathering family members and making sure each person is well-informed on potential hazards and community plans. Discuss with them what you would do if family members are not home when a warning is issued. Additionally, your family plan should address the following:
Assembling a Disaster Kit (Go Kit)
Additional Hurricane Preparedness Resources
Additional Hazard Forecast Updates
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