WEST PALM BEACH — Now more than ever is the best time for families to take steps not to prepare their homes and emergency kits. A potential tropical storm is making its way across the Caribbean, …
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WEST PALM BEACH — Now more than ever is the best time for families to take steps not to prepare their homes and emergency kits. A potential tropical storm is making its way across the Caribbean, and the American Red Cross is closely monitoring the storm.
As they prepare their Red Cross teams to respond to the potential impacts of the storm, they are encouraging the community to take steps now to prepare as COVID-19 may change many of our prior emergency preparedness plans:
• Know the difference between a watch and warning. A WATCH means a hurricane, tropical storm or flooding is possible. A WARNING means conditions are expected within 36 hours. Take immediate precautions.
• Get your home ready. Cover windows with storm shutters or plywood. Store outside items, such as lawn furniture and trash cans, to prevent them from being moved by high winds and possibly hurting someone.
• Tune into your local radio, NOAA radio or news channels for the latest updates. Obey evacuation orders from local officials.
• Check your emergency kit and replace any missing items.
The Red Cross has guidance available in multiple languages on getting prepared while still protecting yourself from COVID-19 here.
Be Red Cross Ready when the time comes with these preparedness tips available in English, Spanish and Creole.