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Hurricane Season is Here- July 2020

Posted on July 1, 2020 7:00 AM by Tom Nichols, Chair, Preparedness

The National Weather Service has named 3 storms so for this May/June. We will see a lull in late June and early July due to a sand-storm over Africa blowing across the Atlantic Ocean.

We usually get most Hurricane activity that affects our area in late August thru Mid-October. We can expect similar conditions this year. But did you know that hurricanes spawn Tornadoes. We also have the threat of major thunder storms in the summer that can cause Micro-bursts storms with hurricane force winds.

Are you prepared for: Power Outages, downed trees, blocked roads, lack of phone and cell phone service, NO internet, NO TV, limited Food on Hand? Is your Personal Emergency Plan up to date?

While enduring a hurricane and the after effects- You need to be concerned with your own safety.

1. Using emergency generators- use outdoors, away from doors and open windows where Carbon Monoxide can get into your home. Use proper precautions when using Gasoline and Propane.

2. DO NOT use grills on porches, decks of homes and condos. This could lead to a fire

3. Do not use candles for light. Use only battery lanterns or flashlights. Check your battery supply.

4. Park your cars away from trees that might fall on them

5. Stay indoors during and after a storm. Stay away from Power lines that are down. Watch where you walk if you go outside and where you drive.

6. Visit the NTRA website for the complete NTRA Residential Association Disaster Plan and information on Tornadoes and Power Outages. Get a copy of a Hurricane planning guide at your local grocery store.

Basic Information Reminder: Ensure your property is secure. Obtain food and water supplies for family and pets (for at least 3 days). Obtain batteries (for Flashlights, portable radio/TV), medications, first aid kit, personal products, extra eyeglasses, and Prescriptions. Have an ample amount of cash on hand (ATMs could be down). Fill cars with gasoline. Turn off utilities as needed. Secure important documents such as birth certificates, passports, Wills and Insurance Cards. Have copies of Home insurance policies. Set aside clothing, blankets and pillows for several days if you have to leave. Have a place to go to if you leave town.

REMEMBER WE ARE IN A PANDEMIC- COVID 19

KEEP YOUR 6 FEET DISTANCE TO OTHERS, WEAR PROPER FACE COVERINGS, FOLLOW CDC GUIDES

Emergency Information:

Fire/Police: Dial 911

JCC (James City County) Emergency Hotline: 757-875-2424

JCC Emergency Management: 757-564-4315

Utilities:

Dominion Power: 1-866-366-4357

Water/Sewer:757-229-7421; 757-566-0112 (after hours)

Virginia Natural Gas: 1-877-572-3342

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