Lafayette News
Hurricane Readiness
From the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management (NJOEM):
Hurricane season runs from approximately June 1 through November
20, but as demonstrated by the 2005 season (including Hurricane
Katrina) this time frame can vary. For New Jersey, the peak time
for hurricanes and tropical storms runs from mid-August through
the end of October.
NJOEM recommends the following readiness steps:
“Get a Kit” of emergency supplies – the items that will help you
stay self-sufficient for up to three days (72 hours), if needed.
“Make a Plan” for what you and your family will do during an emergency
– this includes knowing how to evacuate and how to Shelter-in-Place.
“Stay Informed” of possible threats – especially during Hurricane
Season. Tune into your local media outlets for the latest breaking
weather news. In the event of an emergency a battery powered radio
is a great tool.
Additional information on the hurricane season is available
at: http://www.ready.nj.gov/plan/hurricane-before.html. |
