Stock Up
Grocery stores empty out when a storm is on it’s way! It is important to make sure you have everything you need early during Hurricane season! Here is our Supply List…
1.Water — one gallon per person per day and enough for at least 3 days
2. Food — at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable, easy-to-prepare food
3. Flashlight
4. GENERATOR
5. Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
6. Extra batteries
7. First aid kit
8. At least a 7 day supply of medications and any medical items you may need (ex. hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses)
9. Sanitation and personal hygiene items
10. Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)
11. Cell phone with chargers (We recommend portable chargers!)
12. Family and emergency contact information
13. Extra cash
14. Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers)
15. Pet supplies (collar, leash, food, carrier, bowl)
16. Extra Blankets and Pillows
17. Clean Clothes (especially rain gear)
2. Prepare Your Home
Remove outdoor items
Trim dead branches from trees
Install shutters or board up windows
Fill up gas tanks and have extra!
Move furniture away from windows
Store important documents in waterproof containers/folders
Unplug small appliances and turn off propane tanks.
Turn the refrigerator to the coldest setting so your food will last longer in the event of a power outage. Put a few water bottles in your freezer to act as ice packs if the power goes out.
Fill your bathtub with water. (If you lose power you can use it to flush your toilet)
3. Review Your Home Insurance Policy
Call your insurance to figure out what you have protected!
Take photos of the house before the storm!
4. Evacuation Plan
Create an evacuation plan with the members of your household. Be aware of local flood and evacuation areas.
Other Hurricane Preparation Information
Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio so you can get the scoop on the latest conditions.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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1 . Generator
2. Emergency Radio
3. First Aid Kit
4. Portable charger
To conclude, we love our Jupiter family, friends, and clients dearly. Please stay safe and stay smart.
ABOUT THE MEYER LUCAS TEAM AT COMPASS
The Meyer Lucas Team at Compass is an award winning, top producing real estate team based in the Jupiter area of South Florida and led by Holly Meyer Lucas. Consistently ranked among the leading real estate teams in the state and nation, Holly and her team take pride in providing premium luxury real estate services to our local communities across the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. While Holly is known locally and recognized nationally for her work finding homes for Jupiter's professional athletes and their families, the Meyer Lucas Team treats every buyer and seller like a VIP. Whether you are buying a home, selling a home, or investing in real estate, contact our team today to get the ball rolling on your next move. Learn more about the Meyer Lucas Team at www.meyerlucas.com.