Hurricanes - What to Do After the Storm By Carol Farbe and Robert Farbe

Hurricane season starts June 1st and lasts through November. Almost any newspaper and TV news show has hurricane preparedness booklets showing information to you. They list requirements for everyone to have before a storm. You must stock food, water, and supplies. A back up power source like a generator is also a good idea. Depending upon the size of the generator, it may run your whole house. The size depends upon your needs. Whether you stay or evacuate, you will need these supplies and more. If you stay at home to ride out the hurricane, there are 5 tips to help you know what to do when the storm is over.

First, stay at home. Once the rain, wind, thunder, and lightning passes, some people want to go site seeing. Stay at home until the danger is over. You may impede the response of first responders.

Second, always have a valid identification on you. You may be expected to produce an ID if you are out walking in your yard. That ID will prove where you live.

Third, don't go near downed power lines. They may still be live and can still kill you. Leave them alone and don't play with wires.

Fourth, unplug all motor driven appliances if you are at home and have no electricity or back up. When the electricity comes back on, there may be power surges which may damage the motor driven appliances.

Fifth, if you don't have power at your house, you must eat the food in your freezer within one to two days. If you are not sure, remember the saying,' when in doubt, throw it out.'

Beware of approaching storms. Listen to your local news and weather and do what they say. Do not take their suggestions lightly. These tips will help you get through the aftermath and may save your life.

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