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Hurricane Safety

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Do you live in a place where hurricanes happen? There are things your family can do before a hurricane hits. Here are four.

Plan to leave if needed.

Know the evacuation route. Road signs point the way.

Keep an emergency kit.

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Include water and canned food. Have enough for several days.

Protect your belongings.

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Bring things inside that could blow away. Raise furniture off the ground to protect it from floods.

Have a plan for pets.

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Pets need food and shelter too. Plan an emergency kit for them. You can ask your vet for help.