Don’t Forget to Prepare for Hurricane Season

By: City of Portsmouth

++As many of us soak up the summer sun and enjoy beaches, outdoor entertainment, and vacations, it’s important to remember that it is still hurricane season. Are you prepared?  Early preparation and understanding your risks are key to being hurricane ready. Making a plan is a critical first step. Know where you will ride out the storm and get your supplies now; you don’t want to be standing in long lines when a Hurricane Watch is issued and the supplies that you need might be sold out. To learn how to make your plan, visit ready.gov/make-a-plan. In addition to creating a written plan, remember to complete the following tasks: ·    Look up your evacuation zone.·    Pack an emergency kit and include food, water and other essential supplies.·    Sign up for NN Alert, the official notification for the City of Newport News·    Learn more about flood insurance and invest in it to protect your home.  For complete preparedness information, visit the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Hurricane Preparedness Website. The Virginia Department of Emergency Management also has a variety of resources for residents and guests, including the Hurricane Evacuation Guide.