HURRICANE STORM SUPPLY EMERGENCY TRACKING MAP CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONSA ESSAGE FROM3 SaE LOWCOUNTRY’S CHIEF 2022 ~ METEOROLOGIST SEASON OUTLOOK ROB-FOWLER Dr ere ag tele lamer err tease Ae 2 Neuer Se eC haere ccl lca oaiis number of storms. The final tally, 21 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 4 major hurricanes. Last year 8 storms hit the United States coastline. We were once again spared from any GCC ene a as ue acetate ec Gitigiesa aMule Cs MU Arce Seb elem Ar ear eoeM R Rec col ceo aL locations, or strength at landfall before the storms form, what we can do is to try and get you RTM area Cie eae katate ical cen er] Eke eel a nace uu yee A CU Co acre Cacgie cece See er tesa uri ee Josh, Grace, Olivia, and are ready to use all of the tools we have to give you the most accurate forecast. Se Siri OU eur u eae oan La urcu = corns pool Gel eerie Congo Lune Ranh isa roma cs Seas 2 a mae ans with our entire staff here at WCBD-TV, will be with you every step of the way. SMe aReSi eaTteg easy es a tes SeBEFORE THE STORM Planning © Review your family plan, Check your hurricane supply list. Communication ‘© Charge cell phones and have a car adapter. © Stay tuned to News 2, Counton2.com and the Storm Team 2 app for weather updates and evacuations. Supplies ‘* Check medical supplies and prescription medicines and have a minimum two-week supply on hand. © Checkall battery-operated TV's, radios, flashlights and lanterns. Make sure they are in good working order with fresh batteries. ‘¢ Have enough cash for up to aweek. ATMs may be out of cash or not working if power is out. TERMS TO KNOW TROPICAL STORM. A Nea vo 8) WARNINGS BE rg Inet a nee nStencl ct ereavineesccect ac) hurricanes, they often bring caucuses eal Cecorein ome lc) Pree enc Begone Hurricane conditions are possible within the specified coastal area. Because hurricane preparedness activities become more difficult rete tceremtcoe Soy force, the hurricane watch is ete epee ects the anticipated onset of tropical Fuel Fillall vehicles with gas and park them in agarage cor close to the side of your house. ‘Tur off propane gas at the tank before evacuating. Check with your natural gas provider to determine whether to turn off before leaving. ies eset aera ecg member who lives out of state to be your family's single point of contact. That way, you can be sure all your loved. ee ees eae Shutters Locate storm shutters, garage door supports and any hardware or tools necessary for installation. Install shutters and supports. Install second story and other difficult shutters first. HURRICANE WATCH Hurricane conditions are expected in the specified area of the warning, Because hurricane Peco aco difficult once winds reach tropical storm force, the hurricane warning lente col the anticipated onset of tropical storm-force winds.BEFORE THE STORM gm Coupe HURRICANE WARNING CHECKLIST (pn) Outside Your Home 7] Valuables & Safety @ Anchor your roof, brace entry and garage doors; Prepare your safe room. Stock it with a battery- cover your windows. powered TV and/or radio with spare batteries, . sleeping bags, pillows, chairs, snacks and ye ccem any loca object drinking water, and games for children. ao eae a ees rreecied Have a mattress nearby to get under in case Bring your barbecue grill and propane tank your home suffers structural damage. ide- this may be your only means of cooking during a power outage. (Note: Only use grill ‘© Place valuables and personal papers in waterproof containers or sealable plastic bags. ‘outdoors, after the storm has passed.) & Mobile & Manufactored agowimming Hos) GIS Home Residents ¢ Drain swimming pools 6”-12” to allow for r, possibleheavy rainfall -donotdraincompletely. _° Fracuate. Donot attempt to ride out the storm ‘Shock the pool by adding additional chlorine. A Stock up on chlorine to keep your pool water or Uhr os 2 th Reni i aa Deacon clean. In the event of aprolonged power outage © _Bringinor secure all outdoor objects. you will not be able torun the filter. © Disconnect power to your pool pump, but do © Tumoff main water supply source to your home. not wrap in plastic. If there is flooding, water will collectin the plastic and ruin the pump. te If you Evacuate to a Shelter © Use your own discretion about placing outdoor © Onlydosoasalast resort. furniturein the pool. IFitsinks to the bottom, 4 Halloctbleeamrbutocteeetethe * TY toeatameal beforeenteringthe shelter. pool's finish. Donot throw in any metal furniture Take pillows, blankets and other supplies. eect ‘© Check tomake sure the shelters open. All shelters do not open at the same time. O Refrigeration & Water © Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting. Freeze waterinplasticjugstohelp keep your DID YOU KNOW? freezer cold when power goes out. ee ‘© Stock up on jugs of bottled water. You should have Preliinedstinenier et atleast one gallon per person per day. Pe neta eRSeL I) ae pega BAe Cue edly ‘© Fillbathtub with water for non-drinking use, 2012 Hurricane Sandy 74.1 Billion ae eyed ar PAEBE PREPARED pee SUPPLY. LIGlg First Aid & Health Prescription Medicine (Two-week supply) First Aid Kit Insect Repellent Sunscreen Disinfectant Tincture of lodine/Water Purification Tablets oo0oo0o000 Non-Perishable Food Powdered Milk / Evaporated Milk ‘Canned Meats / Fish (tuna, ham, etc.) Canned Fruit and Vegetables Dried Foods (spaghetti rice, etc.) Canned Soups / Chili Dried Fruit and Nuts Cereal Crackers and Cookies Coffee and Tea Peanut Butter and Jelly Pudding, Pet Food and Medicine Gir Ser ea oe Utensils & Food Supplies © Ice Chest andice (Disposable Plates, Glasses, and Utensils (© Manual Can Opener Baby Food / Formula Hygiene © Toilet Paper Diapers and Wipes ©. Soap and Detergent a Bleach for Sterilization (unscented with Hypochlorite, the only active ingredient) Rain & Power Outages Spare Batteries & External Battery Chargers Flashlights / Lantern Rain Gear Waterproof Matches / Sterno ‘Charcoal and Lighter Fluid Fuel for Generators and Cars Propane Gas (for grills) Bn OREO Emergency Repairs C. Plastic Sheeting /Tarp (© _ Duct or Masking Tape (Nails, Rope, Lumber, Tools CD Plastic Garbage Bags Recreation & Communication O Cameras Books, Magazines, and Games (_Battery-operated TV/Radio and Clock Miscellaneous © Fire Extinguisher © Cash(ATMs may not work after the storm) Bee ese cs SC eee ree RUE ee household bleach per liter,or Ces ce eaeHURRICANE INFORMATION SN eee Sey iF DOWNLOADTHE-FREE aie ao) _— —— = eee ic ict : Oe cmslacee lly Orlane cles e News & Community Updates Caillou MAL oleae) ® Evacuation & Latest Emergency Information TELEVISION | ONLINE | MOBILE counton 4 .com = MeN ee BC ec Me BYra- any) Count On NeWS ait, 24010 PARTNERS NE in 1017 . Chuck >BE PREPARED 2) AN fe). OK PHONE LIST aX Wando Roofinge Post all emergency numbers by your phone, store them in your cell phone, and make sure your kids know how to access them. Your phones could be your lifeline when a hurricane or severe weather hits. Emergency Management Charleston Emergency Management 843-746-3800 Dorchester Emergency Management 843-832-0341. z i i / i & g 8 g 8 Z i 2 3 2 3 g fe 8 2 3 : Ey g 8 3 Police, Fire, EMS Emergencies 911 ‘Willamsburg County Sheriff 843-335-6381 Electric Companies Coastal Electric Coop é : j Duke Energy 7 ue oe Santee Cooper Miscellaneous News 2 Toll Free News Line 800-551-9223 News 2WesterHoting e228 FEMA 800-621-3362 etc 04200YOUR FAMILY PLAN WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW Your family needs to be prepared with a disaster plan at the beginning of hurricane season. Taking time now to develop your plan will save time, stress, even lives. Use the resources in this guide and on counton2.com to develop your family plan. Incase ofa Incase ofa 4 Hurricane Watch: Hurricane Warning: © Stay tuned to News 2, e Listen to the advice of local officials, counton2.com, the Storm Team and leave if they tell you to do so. 2 App, or NOAA Weather " Radic (once tncstes © Ifyouare not advised to evacuate, stay indoors, away from windows. © Beaware that the calm"eye" is deceptive; the storm is not over. Prepare to bring inside any lawn furniture, outdoor decorations or ‘ornaments, trash cans, hanging The worst part ofthe storm will eeetemncteon (a or * and the winds blow from the Prepare to cover all windows ‘opposite direction. Trees, shrubs, ‘of your home. if shutters have not buildings, and other objects damaged been installed, use precut plywood by the first winds can be broken or as described below. Note: Tape destroyed by the second winds. eee eeprevert Windows from # Bealert for tornadoes. Tornadoes bie oe windows Tee can happen during a hurricane pepened and afterit passes over. cers tank. Remain indoors, in the center of Recheck manufactured home your home, in a closet or bathroom tie-downs. without windows. Check batteries and stock upon Stay away from flood waters. canned food, first aid supplies, Ifyou come upon a flooded road, drinking water, and medications. ‘turn around and go another way. Prepare for high winds Locate your hurricane shutters, installation hardware, and tools or purchase precut 1/2'-5/8" outdoor plywood boards for each window of your home. Install anchors for the plywood and pre-rill holes in the plywood so that you can put it up quickly. Make trees more wind resistant by removing diseased and damaged limbs, then strategically removing branches so that wind can blow through. oo0o0 a gooa0aoo0oo0oa0ana What to pack when evacuating: Prescription medications and medical supplies First aid kit Clothing, Bedding, including sleeping bags and pillows Bottled water Battery-operated radio Batteries Flashlight Car keys Maps Driver's license Important documents (Social Security card, proof of residence, insurance, wills, deeds, birth certificates, etc.)What to pack Prepare an Evacuation Plan inyour home disaster supply kit: 2 3 CG First aid kitand } essential medications eer rrormation Stayed tuned to onhand News 2 for G Canned food news and updates 1 Canopener Decide ahead of time Keep handy the Stay tuned to News 2 oO where to go if you are telephone numbers of for evacuation told to evacuate. Due these places as well as instructions. tothe unpredictability aroad map. Youmnay ; . ofstormtracks,choose _need to takealternate Ifadvised to evacuate, CO. Protective clothing several places;afriend’s —_routesif major roads doso immediately. or relative'shomein are closed or clogged. C1 Battery-operated radio another town, a motel, Download the orasalast resort, a Red Storm Team 2 Weather O Batteries Cross shelter. ‘App. CO Flashlight C7 ¢allons of water per (62m EVACUATING BY CAR person: Bring maps. Hurricanes are very unpredictable. While driving, the storm could change direction and you could unknowingly be headed © Special items for infants, elderly, into the path of the storm. Be prepared to re-direct your evacuation. or disabled The later you leave, the more likely you ill encounter long delays family members and traffic jams. Leave early and have a backup plan. Written instructions on how toturn off PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION electricity, gas and water if authorities The availability of public transportation is not meant to bea advise you todo so ‘convenient alternative for you and your family during an evacuation. Using public transportation is the means of LAST RESORT. Only take what you can carry and prepare for long lines, slow service, and lack of air conditioning. If you do evacuate: Install shutters or check shutters to ensure they are operable. ‘Stock upon hurricane supplies on the list in this guide. Identify a safe room in your house. A safe room has no windows and will protect your family if your house should sustain damage. Large interior closets, hallways, bathrooms, or stairwells make good safe rooms. *‘What to expect atashelter: Evacuation shelters are usually schools or other solidly constructed buildings that provide a large, safe area. They should always be considered a last resort ifrelatives or friends aren't available. They tend to lack many comforts such as bedding, pillows and food -so bring your own. Space can be limited. Leave ASAP if your home isvulnerable and under evacuation order. Locations can change from year-to-year; watch News 2 for shelters as they become available. KNOW YOUR eer peo Be prepared to live with (© Horry. Gecrgetown, strangers in close quarters ils for the duration of the coor rane Escitin Ree es @sceyp Daycare is not provided; supervise your children. ss Ute KNOW YOUR Evacuation Zones 5-0 Jace [iscearmsonanie @scevpEVACUATION SAFETY ARRANGE TRANSPORT ie niet unio Bete ecceee oe MEETING POINTS. Plan places where your family will freed Elias Log your immediate neighborhood. GET FUEL ead power outages. Keep afull tank ete eure) peo ORANGEBURG EXIT STATUS @ Exit / Entry AQ Exit Only HH closed Rest Area Direction of Travel Y *Mapisnot toscale fe i) BACKUP ROUTE Cee Cm oad ee Road Fee accu are DU ma ana) Lo) sy eta) Cee eee SEU usr sion ea a LE Leave early enough to avoid being pees eer ed STAY ON COURSE Potente Pete hae esac Cetus COLUMBIA * Ne Recess to 17 rom Reverse Lance 149 Lava \Sb hy Cer emcee washed-out roads or bridges and downed power lines. Do not drive into flooded areas. Na Co els unless you have reason to believe Reece STAY TUNED er wa] eee eed oc cetctia) fete oie 197 To CHARLESTON www:scdot.org (855) GO-SCDOT or (855) 467-2368 aBE PREPARED PET AND ANIMAL SAFETY rd Your pet should be a part of your family plan. Ifyou must evacuate, the ce most important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate x them too. Leaving pets behind, even if you try to create a safe place for them, is likely to result in their being injured, lost, or worse. ASSEMBLE A PORTABLE PET SUPPLY KIT © Medications and medical records (stored ina (1 Current pet photos in case they get lost. Se ee eee et (0 Information on feeding schedules, medical (© Sturdy leashes, harnesses, and/or carriers to conditions, behavior problems. Cored pes safely and ensure that your (Name and number of your veterinarian incase animals can tescape. you have to foster or board your pets. (© Food, potable water, bowls, cat litter/pan, and _ . can opener. ( Pet beds and toys, if easily transportable. Have a safe place to When the storm take your pets: approaches: Red Cross disaster shelters cannot accept pets e Plan ahead to protect your pet. due to health and safety regulations and other considerations. Service animals that assist people with disabilities are the only animals allowed in Red. ‘© Call ahead to confirm emergency shelter arrangements for you and your pets. Cross shelters. It may be difficutt, ifnot impossible, ‘© Check to be sure your pet disaster supplies are tofind ashelter for your animals in the midst ofa ready to takeat amoment's notice. i te a ‘© Bringall petsinto the house so that you won't ome tesear chy have to search for them if you have to leave in ‘¢ Contacthotels and motels outside your an immediate area to check policies on accepting ‘© Make sure all dogs and cats are wearing collars pets and restrictions on number, size and species. and are securely fastened, with up-to-date identification. Attach the phone number and address of either your temporary shelter or a friend or relative outside the disaster area. You can buy © Prepare alist of boarding facilities and veterinarians who could shelter animals in an emergency; include 24-hour numbers. carnpor ar fle set scrcaive le etaar of @ Ask friends, or relatives outside the affected area your pet's ID tag, adding information with an whether they could shelter your animals. indelible pen. ‘© Ask local animal shelters if they provide ‘emergency shelter or foster care for pets ina Dp) | D) YOU KN OW? disaster. Animal shelters may be overburdened ‘caring for the animals they already have, as well Uren CM nce ecm ‘as those displaced by a disaster, so this should retired 85 names, never to be used again. be your last resort. Peat ee ee Decne aa For more information call your local animal control office.BE PREPARED YARD SAFETY ele) ETc Renn ng eee seis DEO Ciacci oa) Resco SNe aT ee acai) eect Pyar ta CeO ae tac ee Oe ere Ere srhas any bulky waste items before cece DID YOU KNOW? rede aed (Based on Lowest Pressure) SO uu ed BO eco een 2005 Hurricane Katrina 902 millibars ee eee * Hurricane Hugo was 934 millibars coo Teva sal 3 Meade pene ecg ates en a cennee AACE Vine Segui e- ecg Hyper-Local VIPIRcast Model Prepares You Days In Advance PS PY) ycetan cy Tere) Penge sy beginning of storm season. sconce) ceca ad Proescct ns De Ng aS enema ee ey usta ae ean Peruri tue early for storm preparation. iT PRU) Passes ett PA Fue eta) eet ca tes Dae ors Rau ee ented Ree st sy several weeks before yard Reet acct ound Dee enemies materials in tied plastic bags, eee Macs eoleeras Sead items and household refuse er a de Dee eM uae mailboxes, power poles, SEE ai electricwires. Sey collected only from curbside or tater oePROTECTING YOUR PROPERTY Your Home: After the Storm vi Making Repairs Make temporary repairs to protect your home or property from further damage. Cover holes in the roof or walls with plywood and use heavy-duty plasticto cover windows. @) Hiring a Contractor Before hiring a contractor, verify their license and insurance company. Estimates and Receipts Get an estimate first and discuss payment terms. Get receipts for the labor and materials. Filing an Insurance Claim Notify your agent as Give an address and soonas possible. phone number where you can be reached if you have evacuated. Your Boat: Before the Storm Oe! Review your Insurance ‘Check insurance policies for adequate coverage, making sure you understand any exclusions and your duties as a vessel owner, Check your Belongings Inventory all equipment on board. Remove or secure loose items. £2 Boat Trailer IF you use a boat trailer, check the tires, bearings and hitch. Ifyou leave your boat onthe trailer during the storm, try tostore it ina garage or warehouse. Otherwise, park as close to the house as possible. fy Price Gouging ice gouging is a significant increase in ‘the cost of goods or services following a disaster and is illegal. Save your Records Keep records, bills, and paid invoices until your insurance representative visits. Save Evidence ‘Take photos of damaged areas and Possessions. Federal Disaster Assistance =—= Check for availability. Be patient. Cases are expedited based on severity or hardship. Present your photos and inventory to help your adjuster assess the damage. %| Protect your Hardware Check deck hardware, electronics, and the bilge pump. Keep batteries charged. 2% Know your Route If you plan on moving your boat on the water, know your route well. Rehearse and time your hurricane plan, then double that time to allow for traffic delays and weather. _\_), Bridges may be Locked Down ‘When an evacuation order is issued, bridges may be locked in the down position to speed evacuation of the barrier islands. Set sail early toavoid blocked waterways. #0Strengthen Your Lines Ifyou leave your boat in a marina, double all lines. Rig crossing spring lines fore and aft. Attach lines high on pilings to allow for storm surge. Protect all lines from chafing. Remove as much electronic gear as possible. 2, Avoid Boats During Storm NEVER attempt to ride out any tropical stormor hurricane on your vessel. Flooding ., Stay Anchored With the manufacturer's approval, fill the hull with water, and put the anchor ‘out. If the storm surge reaches your property the anchor may help the boat stay in your backyard. * Liability to Neighbors Afinal note on liability: You are responsible for any damage to someone else's property caused by your boat so secure it well. WHEN IT COMES TO HURRICANES, wind speeds do not tell the whole story. Hurricanes produce storm surges, eee er sate ree ee accu eee cata the past 35 years, more people have died from inland fiooding. Intense rainfall is not directly related to the wind speed of hurricanes. In fact, some of the greatest rainfall amounts occur from weaker storms that drift slowly or Se eeu Inland flooding can be a major threat to areas Peete ureter) eed cee gua DD ae BRS seo tae ae a tee eae cei Tee Sota teeta sae rity change due to construction and development of ETc CO Met ECS ME Saag out ae Ae ate tee Ae Pree ken et ee ueronod management agency to learn how to construct Pmt el UC EC bree Ne ree Bee ee Leer coe ie run eee ae Oe ra ccm nate Decuria ees ota ‘© Restrict children from playingiin flooded areas. Testdrinking water for potability; wells should be Pes ue areca eet gis ‘© Donotuse fresh food that has come in contact with floodwaters. Wash canned goods that come in ee ean eee Re Lue aa Lie DO YOU NEED FLOOD INSURANCE? ee Ce CECE (eens ur tag auc Flood Insurance Program. All areas are susceptible to te tele etree eee oes claims occur in the low-to-moderate risk areas. For more information, contact your insurance Secor Neti eer soir ce Office, or building department. You may also order. eee sigs ean ee sag pes NacLIE ae Teper ioteltaronteDURING AND AFTER THE STORM Be Tree Expe During the Storm: LX Safety ‘© Stay inside until the hurricane passes. Make sure the storm has completely passed before going outside your house. © Keep windows closed. Itis a myth that opening a ‘window on one side of the house will equalize pressure. If your house begins to sustain damage, cover yourself with a mattress and pillows. If your safe room isa bathroom witha bathtub, get in the tub under a mattress. Aswinds become more intense, go to your safe room and do not expose yourself to the hurricane's winds, ¢ IFyou'reina tall building, avoid the top floors as wind speeds are stronger the higher you go. Gotoasafe room. fa Communication @ Stay tuned to News 2 for updates. © Usethe phone for urgent calls only. Don't use the phone if you hear thunder. 8 Power and Lights © Turnoffcircuit breakers if the power goes out. © Leave one circuit breaker on with alamp so you will know when power is restored. © Donot light candles or kerosene lamps during ‘the storm. After the Storm: L\ Safety ‘© Use extreme caution. There may be dangerous situations all around you! * IF your house is damaged, move carefully to get out. Donot return until inspected by officials. © Always supervise children. © Donot drink the tap water until officials have announced it's safe, if possible because of debris and road blockage. © Ifpower is out, gasoline will be in short supply and gas stations will have long lines. © Atintersections with stop lights out, treat it as a 4-way stop and use extreme caution. 8 Power and Communication ‘© Phone lines and cell towers will be damaged or ‘overloaded. Try making calls at “off peak” times. © Ifpower remains out for an extended period, FEMA will set up relief stations to provide free ice, water and other necessary items. *Repair crews work to return power to the facilities that serve the largest number of affected customers first. Priorities are not established by location, 5,000 - 20,000 watts your payment history or how often you call. Crews focus on facilities that aon provide essential services to your community, such as hospitals, police, on Bre 0.000 ra fire stations and television or radio stations. Once major repairs have been 7000 $10, made, work begins to restore smaller groups and individual customers. Many areas may experience widespread power outages. For the safety of repair crews, power companies will not begin restoration efforts until wind 3,000 to 8,500 watts speeds are below 35 miles per hour. Power outages can last several hours to Runson gas/propane several weeks, During the wait,a portable generator can help restore life to Outdoors only normal, but its safe use requires care and planning. $400 - $2,000 Portable Generator Safety © Always run portable generators outside the house. ‘* Never attempt to connect a generator directly Never run generators inside a home including the toyour home's wiring. Power from the generator garage. willback feed” into utility lines with the potential © Besureto turn the generators off and let it cool down before refueling. Gasoline spilled on hot engine parts can and does ignite, causing injury toseverely injure or kill aneighbor or utility ‘crew working to restore service. Instead, plug appliances directly into the generator's outlet. and death. ‘¢ Use heavy-duty extension cords rated for * Keep generators well away from open windows ~ outdoor use and place the generator safely including neighbors’ - so deadly exhaust does ae ae not enter the home. ‘© Observe noise ordinances and be considerate of your neighbors. © Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for grounding the generator. wvA AMPED wea abe EY VAN WRT 843 633 1565 Amped Electric is a partnership that was formed in the Low Country to fill the need for high quality electrical work throughout the region. We at Amped Electric, not only pride ourselves on quality but also on reputation. We believe that no job is more important than yours. We have one simple goal and that is to be the Carolina's electrical contractor of choice and to set a precedence for the standard in the electrical industry. 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