07/10/2024
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Good Afternoon. I hope you are doing well and preparing for Hurricane Milton. As we do not know the direct impact in our county at this time, I wanted to reach out and offer some tips for preparing as well as the SLC emergency shelter information. As safety is top priority, please feel free to reach out to if you would like to develop a safety plan around your situation.
Here are some items to prepare for a hurricane:
• Food and water: Have at least three days of non-perishable food and one gallon of water per person. Include family favorites, like whole grains, pasta, rice, canned items, and lower-sugar snacks.
• Medical supplies: Have a first aid kit and any medications you or your family may need, including prescription drugs, insulin, and heart and high blood pressure medication.
• Communication: Have a battery-powered or hand crank radio, a NOAA Weather Radio, and a portable phone charger. Also, write down important phone numbers in your wallet and designate an out-of-town contact.
• Safety items: Have a flashlight, whistle, matches, and a multi-purpose tool.
• Personal care items: Have disposable plates, cups, utensils, paper towels, and toilet paper. Also include insect repellent and sunscreen.
• Pet supplies: Have enough food, medication, and supplies for your pets for a few days.
• Documentation: Keep personal, financial, and medical records safe in waterproof containers.
You can also prepare your home for a hurricane by securing outdoor items, anchoring objects that shouldn't be brought inside, and trimming or removing trees that could fall on your home.
St Lucie County Emergency Shelter Information: Shelter and Evacuation Information | St. Lucie County, FL (stlucieco.gov)
When evacuating for a hurricane, you should bring a grab-and-go bag with the following items:
• Food and water:At least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food and drinking water. Plan for 1 gallon of water per person per day.
• Electronics: A cell phone with a charger and backup battery, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, and a flashlight. You can also bring a portable crank or solar-powered USB charger.
• Safety supplies: A first-aid kit, extra batteries, a whistle, and a dust mask.
• Personal items:Toiletries, an extra pair of glasses or contact lenses, and identification.
• Other item: A manual can opener, local maps, and a printed map for a roadside emergency kit.
• Documentation: Keep personal, financial, and medical records safe in waterproof containers.
If you have special needs, you should also bring:
• Medical equipment and supplies for at least two weeks
• Medical information, including your medical provider's name and phone number, and copies of your medical insurance
• Identification with your photo, current address, Social Security card, and insurance papers
You can also plan a meeting place with your family/friends/support system in case you're separated if traveling together. This could be a church, school, or a nearby location. You can also designate a family contact, such as a friend or relative out of state, who can update everyone
St. Lucie County is offering free lifetime registration/microchips for pets that belong to residents in the unincorporated area of the county (outside city limits) throughout the month of June.
