The Twelve Days of Hurricane Preparedness
May 21 through June 1, 2006

The following tips will help you prepare for the upcoming hurricane season, which starts June 1.

On the First Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the First Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a WATER CONTAINER. Having an ample supply of clean water is a priority in an emergency.

Food And Water In An Emergency

On the Second Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Second Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a NOAA WEATHER RADIO. As the voice of the National Weather Service, a Weather Radio provides continuous broadcasts of the latest weather information directly from a National Weather Services Forecast Office. During severe weather routine broadcasting is interrupted and special watch and warning messages are issued.

NOAA Weather Radio: The Voice Of The National Weather Service

On the Third Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Third Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a FIRE EXTINGUISHER. Install A-B-C type Fire Extinguishers in the home and teach all household members how to use them.

Are You Ready For A Fire

On the Fourth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Fourth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase PLASTIC SHEETING. Plastic sheeting is a vital part of a Family Disaster Supplies Kit.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit

On the Fifth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Fifth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a supply of CANNED FOOD. Store at least a three-days supply of non-perishable food.

Food And Water In An Emergency

On the Sixth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Sixth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a GENERATOR. A generator can be a convenient source of power after a hurricane strikes. Generators should be properly installed and used safely.

Safely Installing Your Standby Generator

On the Seventh Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Seventh Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a FLASHLIGHT. As simple as a Flashlight is, it can become a very important tool during and after disaster strikes. Every Family Disaster Supplies Kit should contain a Flashlight and spare batteries.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit

On the Eighth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Eighth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a complete FAMILY DISASTER SUPPLIES KIT. A family will cope best by preparing for a disaster before it strikes. One way to prepare is by assembling a Family Disaster Supplies Kit. Once disaster hits, you won't have time to shop and search for supplies.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit

On the Ninth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Ninth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a SLEEPING BAG. If you have to evacuate your home, a sleeping bag will provide you with extra comfort when you arrive at an American Red Cross shelter.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit

On the Tenth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Tenth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase a FIRST AID KIT. Because the first five minutes of a medical emergency are critical every individual and family should have a First Aid Kit in their home and vehicle and on their boat.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit

On the Eleventh Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Eleventh Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase needed supplies to install HURRICANE SHUTTERS on every window of the home. Installing hurricane shutters on all windows of a home will help to mitigate the damage due to a storms severe winds.

Against The Wind: Protecting Your Home From Hurricane Wind Damage

On the Twelfth Day of Hurricane Preparedness

On the Twelfth Day of Hurricane Preparedness the American Red Cross recommends that you purchase DUCT TAPE. Duct tape is one of the many items that should be in a Family Disaster Supplies Kit.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit