Tips to protect oneself during a Hurricane ?

Question

What things to do inside the House ?

Answer 1

well, ofcourse you should have shutter(if you dont have shutters, then use plywood, and if you ABSOLUTLY cant, the use masking tape on your windows in a criss-cross shape to prevent glass from shattering if broken), but inside the house:

-fill up a bathtub with water with a little bleach in it to flush toilets with incase power gets out
-have flashlights
-make sure you have enough cash to last you a week
-if you have pets, make sure to keep them inside with you
-while you still have power, turn your refregerator to the coldest setting to help your food stay cool incase power goes out.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

The best thing to do is to be prepared. You usually have several days notice before a hurricane happens. Before it hits, bottle up some water from your own tap. Old milk jugs work well for this. Just wash them out. Duct Tape your windows and THEN nail boards over them. If the glass breaks, it won't get everywhere because of the tape. DO NOT use a generator during the storm unless you absolutely have to. If you do have to, keep it in a well ventilated area and NOT IN THE HOUSE. The garage is a place you might be able to use. I suggest you get several lighters and several candles (60 or so tealights is good). If you can, get some Sterno Cans at SAM's Club. They work well to cook with if you aren't evacuating. Unplug ALL electrical equipment, including your refrigerator! It can catch fire. Get a battery operated radio (you can even get them at Dollar General). Get 2 extra sets of batteries for it as well. Get a few flashlights and extra batteries for those as well. Pack an Emergency Kit! This includes: 2 changes of clothes, a pair of sneakers, a first aid kit, 2 rolls of toilet paper, 2 bottles of water, 2 flashlights & extra batteries, 1 battery powered radio w/ extra batteries, some CASH, list of important phone numbers.
I recommend that you get some non-perishable food, such as Granola Bars, Fruit Rollups, Instant Oatmeal, etc. These are high energy foods and need little to no preparation at all.

Pack an emergency kit NOW. Even if you are evacuating, there are times you may not have any notice or time to get things together. Call a relative in another state and tell them what your plans are! Don't forget to keep cash in the emergency kit. One problem evacuees have is not being able to access their accounts, etc. Having cash on hand is always helpful, so use it only as a last resort.

Before you leave:
1. Make certain you have 2 forms of ID on you!
2. Make certain you have your house AND car keys. Take 2 sets of car keys.
3. Don't forget your emergency kit.
4. Call an out of state relative or friend before you leave and let them know what you are doing. An answering machine message is fine!
5. Take ALL your medications. Leave them in their original bottles in case you need a refill.
6. Take some food with you in your car, and drinks if you have them to take. This saves a lot of money and is quick.
7. Grab extra toilet paper before you leave! You'd be amazed how many places along the road will be out of toilet paper.

I hope this helps everyone who reads it.

Answer 4

There are several ways to protect windows and glass walls. Hurricane shutters and panels are built to withstand substantial winds. Recent advances in corrugated plastic window coverings shown above from Affordable Window Guards provide a less expensive, lightweight solution that is easily installed. It also allows natural light into the home when electric is unavailable. Shutters have the advantage of rolling up out of the way. Panels, both metal and plastic, are less convenient but usually less expensive and easy to store.

If either of these is not an option, consider plywood. Sheets should be at least 5/8 inch thick and should overlap openings being covered by 4 to 6 inches. Fasteners should be spaced approximately 12 inches apart and 2-3 inches from the edge of the plywood.

Before you begin you'll want to have a circular saw, hammer drill, assorted bits, eye protection and gloves. For concrete or block homes, use concrete anchors or concrete screws such as Tapcon fasteners. For wood structures use 1/4 inch lag bolts that penetrate 1 3/4 inches (the same depth as the deepest part of a 2x4).

Frame the area around the windows and doors with 2x4's and fasten them to the outside of the house with concrete screws or anchors. Cut the plywood to the correct size and screw that to the 2x4's with 2 inch wood screws. If the opening being covered is larger than a single sheet of plywood, build a frame of 2x4's to support the multiple sheets needed.

Remember wind will cause the most damage when it can find an opening. One window covering that fails can allow the wind to enter and blow out all your other windows or take off your roof.

Another option is protective film Advances in film technology have made stronger products possible. Check with your dealer to see if protective film is right for you. Taping windows is of limited value. It should also never be used over solar films.

Once your windows and doors are secure, gather up loose items from around your home to prevent them from becoming missiles during high winds. Remove dead branches and limbs that could damage your home or business.

Gasoline, propane and LP tanks should be stored safely and secured to prevent them from floating freely during and after a storm. It will also prevent the contents from polluting surrounding waters and water supplies.

Inside your home designate one area as your safe room. Pick the location with the most protection with little or no window exposure. Gather those items that you will need, bedding, food, medicines and water (see emergency supplies and pet planning) into your shelter.

Answer 5

First of all, plan to leave IMMEDIATELY if you live in a mobile home, beachfront property or a high rise building.

Before the storm comes, make sure family photos, photo ID and security documents and home videos are stored outside your home in a safe place.

Prepare to cover all windows and doors with shutters or plywood. Secure or bring in lightweight objects such as garbage cans, garden tools, toys and lawn furniture. Keep extra cash on hand for emergency purposes. Develop a family emergency plan, detailing how family members are to evacuate the house and where to meet.

During the storm:

1. Listen closely to a radio tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or official bulletins for hurricane information
2. Evacuate to a safe location if instructed by officials
3. Turn refrigerator to its coldest setting and keep it closed
4. Turn off propane tanks and unplug small appliances
5. Fill bathtub and large containers with water for sanitary purposes
6. Stay in a small interior room or closet, ideally without windows
7. Do not attempt to drive through or across flowing water, or cross areas where water is flowing (moving water as little as 6" deep can sweep you away)
8. Stay away from standing water (it may be electrically charged from downed power lines

Answer 6

Well ive always been told to find a closet or room that has no windows in it and stay there. I have also heard of staying in the bathroom inside the tub.. Keep blankets close by so if galss is flying you can cover yourself and the blankets will protect you. I hope i helped

Answer 7

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Answer 8

u need to board up windows, keep a blanket next to u incase glass flys every where, and get food and flash lights and get in the tub

Answer 9

stay away from windows to the outside and stay in a closet with the light off.

Answer 10

Don't be there when the hurricane hits.