With hurricane season approaching, it is important to ensure you, and your clients are prepared. This newsletter includes a comprehensive resource list with key hurricane preparedness tips, important emergency contacts, and links to disaster response forms that may require your attention.

Please review the information carefully and take any necessary steps to prepare and remain safe.

Please use the links below to submit your status updates directly to the Emergency Measures Organization (EMO). Completing these forms helps ensure your status and any needs are properly communicated. 

• Pre-Disaster Preparedness Assessment at least two days in advance of an approaching hurricane.

• Immediate Post-Disaster Preparedness Assessment immediately after the disaster for EMO or emergency response purposes.

• Final Post-Disaster Preparedness Report after the disaster has passed completely.

We recommend saving this email for easy access after the hurricane.

Below is a recommended starter checklist of essential items and key actions to take before a storm hits. We encourage you to use this as a guide and to include any additional items specific to the needs of your clients, as individual care requirements may vary.

• Flashlight
• First aid kit
• Extra batteries
• Battery-powered radio 
• Manual can opener (for food)
• Prepare emergency evacuation plans
• Maintain an adequate supply of medication
• Fire extinguishers (checked and up to date)
• Setup contact protocols for family members
• Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

• Whistles (for signaling help)
• Blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, and test strips
• Assemble a traditional emergency preparedness kit
• Food (at least a several-day supply of non-perishable food)
• A change of clean clothing in a protective bag or storage container
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation)
• Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)

The list below contains emergency contact numbers in case of medical matters or exposure to hazardous waste.

Thank you for reviewing this important information. Being prepared is key to staying safe during hurricane season. Staying informed and ready can make a significant difference.