Get Smart, not Scared
Hurricanes are intense tropical cyclones with sustained winds reaching 74 mph, qualifying them as a Category 1 storm (based on theSaffir-Simpson飓风风量表，它的范围为1到5）。典型的一年平均数大约12个名为Storms，六个飓风和三个主要飓风，但2019年，有18个名为Storms，其中六个是飓风，其中三类为3类或更高版本。根据国家海洋和大气管理局（NOAA），去年飓风和内陆洪水造成的损害赔偿损失为450亿美元。
Technically, hurricane season in the North Atlantic runs from June 1 to November 30, but these serious storms can form as early as May and even go into December. So far this year top hurricane forecasters from Colorado State University predict increased hurricane activity: a total of 20 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes. Five named storms have already formed as of July 6th.
幸运的是，谢谢hurricane warning apps, we can now get plenty of advance notice before a hurricane hits. Even if you do not live on a coast, you can be in the path of hurricane-strength storms during the season, but if you take smart measures, you’ll be better able to weather a hurricane if it hits your area. Get started here to learn the basics of smart hurricane preparedness for your family and your property.
了解你的飓风风险
与普遍的信仰相反，飓风不仅仅是一种沿海现象。热带系统和沿海风暴在海岸上进行登陆，但随后跟踪内陆带来风暴潮，强风和雨，龙卷风和洪水。风暴携带的水分的量导致大雨良好进入内部状态。根据Ready.gov，风暴浪涌 - 风暴期间海水水平的异常上升 - 是美国飓风中死亡人士的主要原因。风暴浪涌可能导致停电等实用中断，这可能会影响您离开该地区的能力，或者由于附近的河流或低地地区的二次洪水而获得紧急服务。联系您当地的Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA) office or Red Cross chapter for printed or online information about what official plans are in place to deal with hurricanes.
Make an Evacuation Plan
无论您是否住在飓风般的地区，家庭疏散计划都至关重要。该计划应包括一个预定的会议地点，以便家庭成员分开，您所在地区的疏散路线以及您的紧急套件的位置。紧急套件应包括您所需的一切，以便您自己生存几天，包括现金，无腐烂的食品，手电筒和处方药。有关更多信息，请参阅此疏散计划文章。
Know Your Evacuation Route
如果发生紧急撤离，将有一个指定的路线离开您的地区。除了定位你的疏散路线in the event of an emergency, download the(FEMA) app对于您所在地区的积极灾难期间的开放避难所列表。这些信息不断更新，并将反映您所在地区的紧急情况。确保备份电池充电，以便在紧急情况下不跑下来的风险。此外，还保留了纸张副本和避难路线的物理地图的纸质副本。
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Understand Hurricane Terminology
Weather forecasters use terminology to indicate the level of threat to your area. A “hurricane warning” means that a specific area is within landfall of a storm with sustained winds of 74 mph or higher. The warning is issued 36 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds. Warnings can remain in effect when water levels are dangerously high. A “hurricane watch” is issued when storms with sustained winds of 74 mph or higher are possible within a specified area. Watches are issued 48 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.
获得收音机
即使您的家人中的每个人都有智能手机，也是一款电池供电或手工曲柄无线电被认为是FEMA和NOAA所必需的紧急套件。无线电提供天气警报和其他重要信息，您应该从手机，互联网或电力切断。确保获得指定的天气警报无线电，即使收音机关闭或调谐到不同的电台，也会通知您。
Prepare an Emergency Kit
Designate a sturdy, waterproof bag for your family’s emergency kit that will go with you in case of evacuation or keep necessities in one spot should you shelter in place. The size of the kit will depend on the size of your family and their individual needs, but make sure it can be comfortably carried, when full, by an adult. If needed, have more than one bag.
将套件放在指定的位置，并确保所有家庭成员都知道它是。Ready.gov建议使用不易耐心的食物（下面更多），手电筒，一款手电筒，急救箱，额外的电池，哨子，防尘面具，塑料薄片，管道胶带，湿毛巾，垃圾袋，塑料领带，扳手or pliers (to turn off utilities), a manual can opener, local maps, cell phone with chargers and a backup battery, and cash or traveler’s checks. If you have pets, make sure you pack their essentials as well. In addition to these general supplies, remember to pack prescription drugs or other medications, and important family or financial documents.
Gather Non-Perishable Supplies
It’s wise to stock up on nonperishable food for your emergency kit and your pantry. Don’t wait until a storm is heading your way; purchase nonperishables way in advance to avoid crowds and anxiety. Choose food that requires no refrigeration, cooking, or little water. To include: bottled water, canned food (meats, fruit, and vegetables, protein or fruit bars, dry cereal, peanut butter, dried fruit, nuts, crackers, pet food (if applicable). Store these items in a cool, dry place with your emergency kit, in tightly closed plastic or metal containers. Check food supplies every six months and replace expired items as needed. Rethink your needs every year and update your kit as your family’s needs change.
保护您的宠物
Remember your pets’ needs for hurricane preparedness. In addition to foods and medications, have their leashes or carriers accessible. Animals get stressed in emergencies too, so the best way to ensure their safety is to have them leashed or crated for safety and control. As a general precaution, ensure your pets are microchipped and have up-to-date tags on their collar in case of separation.
加强你的家
执行这些智能家居维护任务，以帮助最大限度地减少高风和洪水造成的损坏。干净的雨水排水沟和倒下的落水，为水提供清晰的道路，以便远离您的家。储存季节性物品，并放置露台遮阳伞和轻质家具。确保走道和出口没有障碍。考虑安装永久风暴百叶窗或投资半英寸海洋胶合板预先切割以适合您的门窗，您是否需要将其登机为免受飓风强风的保护;在最不保持胶合板的手头上，为此可能。
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Review Insurance Policy Coverage
Most standard homeowners insurance don’t cover flooding—even if it’s the result of a hurricane; they typically only cover damage from tropical hurricane winds and rain. Flood insurance can be purchased separately. Read through your policy and add on coverage as needed.
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Gas Up Your Car
如果疏散发生，请勿在没有足够燃料的情况下被捕获。确保您的车辆被加速并准备好了。撤离可能让您坐在网格锁流量中，几个小时的进入燃气站，因此在汽车的行李箱中有一个额外的气体不会受到伤害。
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