HURRICANE SEASON – The 2009 Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1 lasts until Nov 20. Hurricane forecasters are predicting a near-normal season. But the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center says global weather patterns are creating greater uncertainty for the 2009 hurricane season outlook than in recent years.
OTHER RESOURCES
Ready.gov Learn more about preparing for the unexpected.
Evacuation/Relocation To locate the nearest evacuation center, call The American Red Cross at 1-866-GET-INFO (1-866-438-4636) 24 hours/7 days a week. Make a Family Emergency Plan
Decide in advance how to contact loved ones; regroup if separated; and manage in different situations. See sample plans at Ready.gov.
ASSISTANCE & RECOVERY
If you have suffered property damage, contact your insurance company Insurers often provide convenience centers to help residents file insurance claims. Stay informed about these convenience centers via TV, radio, local newspapers, and insurance company websites. Disaster Assistance FEMA can help. Apply online or by phone at 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800- 462-7585 TTY.
Disaster Assistance.gov
DisasterAssistance.gov consolidates information about federally funded government assistance.Red Cross Safe & Well List
Register yourself as "safe and well" or find someone else. Safety During and After (CDC)
Sanitize to prevent mold growth
Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and electrical injuries
FOH’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling, information, consultation, and referral 24 hours/7 days a week to participating employees. Call 1-800-222-0364 or 1-888-262-7848 (TTY).
