Prepare for Hurricane - part 2

Shortly before the storm:
* Turn off circuit breakers.
* Close all doors and secure all windows.
* Fill the bathtub with water, to sanitation and clean-up after the storm.
* Listen to radio or television report of the National Meteorological Service, and follow all the instructions, particularly for evacuation.

If you leave your house:
* How early to avoid traffic jams.
* Reserve, if necessary, tell your family with you, where and how to contact you.
* Turn off electricity, gas and water before departure. This may be the possibility of electric shock or explosion, when power is restored.
* Take pets and other valuables from. You have no chance of receiving the item at a later date. However, please note that many shelters do not accept pets, so you should have a plan for their dogs, cats and other pets.

If you decide to ride out the storm at home:
* Make sure that each family member does not wish to follow is to remain calm and security.
* Avoid the use of instruments in the storm. Rely on candles and battery devices.
* Enter the first room in your house to the storm, it is desirable interior room without windows. Wait until the storm there.

After the hurricane:
* Listen to the radio to determine when it is safe to leave the room in which all have been waiting for the storm.
* Boil water before drinking and cooking, or use bottled water.

The following precautions for electrical safety:
* Hold the switch is turned off until all power was restored.
* Stay away from power lines.
* When power is restored, the electrical system damage. Turn off electricity when the cord frayed, detecting the smell of burning suspect a problem.
* Check for gas leaks. If found leaking, leave the building and immediately turn off the gas outside the main valve, if possible. Notify the gas company immediately.
* Ensure that the sewage water and working correctly. If you find a mistake, do not tap or toilet. Please contact your plumber.
* Make a list of all damaged property, or property. Do not dispose of any items without prior authorization from your insurance claim controller.

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