what is the first thing we should do when there is a hurricane near us?

Answer 1

depends on the intensity, but I would say that the first thing to do is to formulate an exit plan for you and your family in case the storm threatens your area. Also I would secure your house and belongings as best you can before you leave. Pack some clothes and things that cannont be replaced (photos and such)to take with you, because you may not be able to get back to your House right away. BUT, the most important thing is to listen to and follow any evacuation plan that is required. Do not try and ride a storm out they are dangerous and can be deadly.

Answer 2

I live in Louisiana and am a Katrina survivor. Normal preperations begin at the store. Wher eyou need to get bottled water, batteries, candles, canned food, can opener, gas for your generator and fill your car, in case you must evacuate, and things of that nature. At home you begin by waking the yard and tying down anything that could blow away. Remove swings from the chains and set them on the ground, cut your grass if possible cause it will be to wet for weeks. If it is a sever hurricane comming you should board up the windows. Keep an axe in your attic. If the waters rise to fast you will find youself in the attic. Without an axe you will be trapped there. There are many things to do to prepare but the one I have listed are pretty much th basics. Hope you don't have to go through it!

Answer 3

Very good ideas presented so far...in addition, I would add that if you live in an area that is usually hit by hurricanes like the gulf coast, you should already have your emergency supplies so you don't have to fight at the stores. Also, if you can stay, if you have a generator you will be the favorite house on the block! It can be weeks before you have power again. Stock up on gas for it before hand and gas ALL you vehicles. With 12 feet of water in your neighborhood as we had for Katrina...you can kiss your sewer goodbye for a while too! (We were in Spanish Fort) If you can, elevate all your stuff like lawn mowers with gas and oil...it just floats into the water...really gross! We took all our vehicles except one and parked them above the flood plain between two huge buildings/boats to protect them...but most important...if they tell you to evacuate...DO IT!

Answer 4

It depends on the severity of the hurricane and if you are directly in its path. If its not "so bad", stock up on drinking water and non perishables along with candles and batteries. You may want to either board up your windows or at the least tape an "X" across them, that way if something does fly through your window, glass won't be splayed everywhere.
If it is severe and your local government is asking or demanding you evacuate....then you evacuate!! Just look at New Orleans.

Answer 5

1. Gas up your car (assuming you have one), get cash from the ATM. More than you think you'll need for 1-2 weeks. Charge your cell phones.
2. Gather important papers and medications / prescriptions, like birth certificates and insurance certificates into a backpack. Include cellphone chargers.
3. Gather water bottles and portable foods you don't need to cook like apples, granola bars, peanut butter, into another bag.
4. Put personal necessities like toothbrushes and a change of clothes and shoes, set of towels, garbage bag and toilet paper (feminine needs or diapers) and lovey for each child into another bag. (one bag per person)
5. Gather sleeping bags and pillows and one set of sheets for each person.
5. Get a hotel room or friend/family residence OUT of the hurricane zone to stay in.
6. Call schools, dr. appts. offices to notify them you'll be gone, stop the mail/newspapers if possible.
7. Board up your house and garage, lock everything. Tupperware or ziploc any items you are unable to take with you, place linens, etc. somewhere in the top floor of your house.
8. GET OUT OF TOWN. Don't wait a moment longer than necessary.
All the while keep a tv or radio on to follow the track of the storm and any road shutdowns that may be occurring.

Answer 6

The first thing you should do is watch the weather reports to see just how close the projected path is going to come to you.

These days we find out about possible hurricane strikes many days prior to the storms making landfall. If the storm is going to come close to you, let me assure you, the media will tell you exactly what steps to take to prepare for your evacuation.

Answer 7

If its in danger of causing serious damage to your community your county will tell you to evacuate. If the storm looks like its only to give you a glancing blow, you can ride out the storm. If you are told to evacuate, then get the heck outta there and don't try to be brave or clever and stay in your home. If your home collapses you would be killed or seriously injured. Just paint the details of your insurance company on your home and leave.

Answer 8

board up the windows, and make sure there aren't cracks in the bottom and sides of the doors that lead outside.. incase of flooding. If the hurricane is really strong, try to evacuate to another, safe, location.

Answer 9

While you should never get close to the hurricane. They tend to rough up people. Chicka-pa-DOOMP

Answer 10

Quickly get your handycam out...you dont want to miss the shot of a lifetime do you?..when you actually get swept off your feet and thrown straight into one mountain...and discover the true meaning and feeling of breaking-up!!