PREPARE NOW FOR HURRICANES

hurricane flags The time to prepare is NOW.

If you weren't here for Hurricane Isabel, take our word for it -- parts of Arundel on the Bay are very low and tropical storms will bring flooding. If the power goes out so will your well pump and you won't have running water. Since we are all on wells, we all need to stock a lot of water. Other considerations should include: an evacuation strategy if it comes to that, a plan for care of pets, and enough food for three days.

Think now about these things too:

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Preparing yourself and your property against hurricanes, storms or possible flooding can be an awesome task when you consider the dozens of large and small details you must handle, but you can do it if you have a plan. Here are things to consider when drafting your plan. It is better to be safe and over-prepare.

Specifically for Arundel on the Bay, consider the following:

Boats:

Plan an evacuation route, just in case.

Prepare a storm kit that includes the following items:

Things it may be good to have:

Store important papers in a waterproof container or reseal able plastic bag. Among the important documents: insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.

Other supplies:

Protect your windows:

Permanent shutters are the best protection. A lower cost approach is to put up plywood panels. Use 1/2 inch plywood - marine plywood is best - cut to fit each window. Remember to mark which board fits which window. Pre-drill holes every 18 inches for screws. Do this NOW.

Develop an emergency communication plan.

For more information go to:

FEMA Information on Hurricanes

FEMA Information on Floods


NOAA's site to track storms at: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

Important Local numbers & Information
Emergency: 911
BGE Power Outtages: 877-778-2222

Very Local Radio Stations
WNAV 1430 AM
WYRE 810 AM
WYPR 88.1 FM
El Zol 99.1 FM
WFSI 107.9
FM WBAL 1090 AM

Anne Arundel County website: www.aacounty.org
Anne Arundel Count Office of Emergency Management: www.aacounty.org/OEM/index.cfm
Anne Arundel Community Television: Channel 98
Local TV News
WBAL TV (NBC)
WMAR TV (ABC)
WJZ TV (CBS)
WBFF TV (FOX)