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CONGRESSWOMAN DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ'S

2005 HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS ADVISORY

 

July 1, 2005
(Washington, DC)  --  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has indicated a 70% chance of an above-normal hurricane season in its 2005 Atlantic Hurricane Outlook. As we prepare for another dangerous barrage of storms this hurricane season, which lasts from June 1 to November 30, taking early precautions has become a necessity.  Each household and business should devise a plan of action for hurricanes and other kinds of severe weather. 

 

Making decisions such as where to go if there is a hurricane, how you will evacuate if you are in need of special assistance, or even where to keep your pets, should not be postponed until danger is imminent.  Listed below are important telephone numbers and a hurricane preparedness checklist to help you and your family get ready for this hurricane season.  . For the most current weather information, visit the National Hurricane Center's Web site at www.nws.noaa.gov. 

 

In case of an emergencies for police, fire or medical assistance, please dial 911!

Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA) - 1(800) 621-3362

 

Broward County

 

American Red Cross- (954) 763-9900

Animal Care and Regulation¡V (954)359-1313

Broward County Hurricane Hotline- (954) 831-4000

Broward Emergency Management Agency- (954)-831-3900

Humane Society of Broward County- (954)989-3977

Special Medical Needs Registry- Broward- (954) 537-2888

 

Miami-Dade County

 

American Red Cross- (305) 644-1200

Miami-Dade Animal Care and Control- (305) 884-1101

Miami-Dade Building Code Compliance- (305) 375-2901

Miami-Dade County Office of Emergency Management- (305) 468-5400

Miami-Dade Emergency Evacuation Assistance Program- (305) 513-7700

Salvation Army- (305) 637-6700

Special Medical Needs Registry Miami-Dade- (305) 468-5900

Special Transportation Services- (305) 263-5406

 

Hurricane Preparedness Checklist:

 
  • Cash or travelers checks
  • Emergency contact phone numbers
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Clean containers to store drinking water: 1 gallon per person per day
  • 3-day supply of food (canned and dried goods are best)
  • Manual can opener
  • Hand tools: hammer, nails, ax, knife, pliers, handsaw, screwdrivers
  • Electric drill with screwdriver bits to install bolts for window protection
  • Unscented household bleach to purify water, 8 drops per gallon of water
  • Soap and plastic container
  • At least one flashlight per person with spare batteries
  • Spare batteries for other needs
  • Battery-operated radio, with weather band
  • First-aid kit: bandages, gauze, scissors, petroleum jelly, antiseptic spray, hydrogen peroxide, antacids, aspirin, thermometer, rubbing alcohol
  • Extra prescription medicine
  • Copies of important documents
  • Matches (wooden ones are best)
  • Disposable eating utensils and plates
  • Hygiene and personal care items
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Whistle or air horn
  • Disinfectant
  • Gas grill or Sterno stove with extra fuel (Do not take gas grills indoors.)
  • Large trash bags
  • Rope or heavy cord, 100 feet
  • Tarpaulin, canvas or anything to make a temporary roof repair

 If you have any questions or need further information, please contact my district offices at 954-437-3936 or 305-936-5724.