You still have a bit of time to prepare for the upcoming hurricane. Tonight we’ll start to feel the storm’s effects! We have a storm centre page set up for up to the minute information! We’ll also be live for most of the weekend to keep you updated on any cancellations or comfort centres if the worst happens! Find the storm centre HERE! Here’s a helpful video that explains how to prepare for an upcoming hurricane.
The Nova Scotia Red Cross also recommends to have a emergency kit ready to go. Here’s the check list of the things that should be in it!
- Water
- Food (non-perishable) and manual can opener if this includes cans
- Mask(s) and hand sanitizer
- Special needs such as medications, baby needs, extra glasses, etc.
- Important family documents (i.e. copies of birth and marriage certificates, passports, licenses, wills, land deeds and insurance)
- A copy of your emergency plan
- Crank or battery-operated flashlight, with extra batteries
- Battery-operated or crank radio
- Extra keys, for your house and car
- First aid kit
- Extra cash
- Personal hygiene items
- Pet food and pet medication
- Cell phone with extra charger or battery pack
Prepare, don’t panic and enjoy the storm when you’re safe inside! Keep safe everyone! Keep listening for up to date info!
Ben Holmes
