MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The start of the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is about a month away, but it’s never too early to prepare for storms.
This is a great time to check your insurance policy and stock up on supplies.
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Some important items on FEMA’s Disaster Supplies Checklist include water, batteries, first aid kits, cell phone chargers, a whistle, flashlights, non-perishable food items and money, to name a few.
The Home Depot said items flying off shelves as storms approach include generators and batteries. They said it’s best to buy things you might need early – like batteries, flashlights, water – before a storm threatens and the shelves are usually emptied.
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Miami-Dade County Emergency Management said that in addition to supplies, it’s also important to know your evacuation zone if things get worse.
“I can’t stress enough that knowing your zone is key. When we give an evacuation order, we really want people to hear that evacuation order. If you were outside the evacuation order, you do not necessarily have to evacuate, you may need to shelter in place. It can be a safer opportunity for you and your family,” said director Charles Cyrille.
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Cyrille said this year, like previous years, they will adhere to US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines in their shelters. He said masks will be required but social distancing will not be as enforced.
