How to prepare for a hurricane without spending too much money

South Florida residents have learned to take hurricanes seriously. As soon as the Floridians relax, another storm comes and reminds us of the importance of preparing for a natural disaster. Hurricane Irma 2017 was the last such reminder.

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Take your hurricane preparations seriously, but don't buy a lot of things that you are not going to use. In Miami Dade County, you can download an interactive hurricane guide with information on evacuating, preparing, and recovering from a hurricane.

The most likely consequence of a hurricane may be a power failure. That’s why preparation includes ensuring that you have enough things that will last you more than a few days. This includes food, gas and cash. In the decades since Hurricane Andrew in 1992, Publix has added generators to many of its stores, and generators have been added at many gas stations.

When buying food, think about what does not require cooling. — bottled water, peanut butter, muesli bars, canned beans, beef jerky, canned tuna, etc. At the end of the hurricane season, you can eat your stock and then buy new products next season.

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The key to smart hurricane preparation — be prepared for everything without spending too much money. Hint: you can avoid queues in stores if you make purchases online, but make sure that your goods will be delivered on time. An approaching storm may also delay delivery.

Here are 10 things to do to prepare for a hurricane.

1. Protect your home

If you do not have shockproof windows, do you have blinds and do you know how to install them? You have a few days before the storm to make sure that you have all the supplies and that you can really set the window shutters. If you need help — look for her now.

2. Plan for your pets

You must have boxes, food, water, and any medicine your pets take. There are animal shelters in the area, but you must reserve a place in advance. Think about the needs of your pets.

3. Make a list of available drugs

Make sure you have all the medicines you need over the next few weeks. If you wait until the last, you may find that the pharmacy is closed or your doctor is not available. If your medicines need cooling, or if you have devices that require electricity, make plans for them now.

4. Fill up your gas tank

Be sure to refuel before driving. If you have a gas generator, you will also need gas for this.

5. Get cash

ATMs may not work, and banks may be closed immediately after a storm. Credit card processing does not work if there is no electricity. Make sure you have enough money to buy food, water, and other essentials. You may also need cash to pay for help removing trash and tree branches after a storm.

6. Buy batteries, flashlights and flashlights

New LED lights emit a lot of light. Make sure you have the right batteries for these devices and they still work. You may need batteries for lights, flashlights, portable radios, portable TVs, fans, and other devices.

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8. Buy food and water, but don't go crazy

Do not buy food that you would not eat if there were no storm, because it could be wasted. Fruits, cheese, crackers, peanut butter, canned tuna and salmon — buy stable foods that your family likes. If you have a grill, make sure that you have coal for everything to work. If you buy canned goods, make sure you have a manual can opener. If you have expensive food in the freezer, you can eat it before the storm breaks out. Fill plastic jugs with water and stock up on bottled water after these jugs disappear. You need about a gallon (3,7 liter) of water per person per day. Remember that pets also need water. Keep extra ice in bags so your food stays cold longer.

9. Take care of powering your phone and other gadgets

Make sure you have a car charger, as well as auxiliary power supplies for your phone. Solar chargers are inexpensive, but keep in mind that they do not work fast. If you still have an old-fashioned land line that runs through the wall, get a phone that doesn't require electricity.

10. Back up computer files and collect important documents

Make sure your important documents, such as birth certificates, passports and insurance policies, are protected. Take them with you if you are evacuating. Back up your computer files in case your computer gets wet or gets damaged during a storm. You can use the cloud backup service or an external drive that you placed elsewhere during the storm.

ForumDaily wrote earlier:

• Tropical storm dorian expected will turn into to the 2 category hurricane before it hits the shore in Florida on Labor Day (2 September). A hurricane of this category is characterized by a wind speed of 96-110 miles per hour.

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