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Go
to an interior room on the first floor of any dwelling. Bathrooms, under a stairwell or a
closet offer the best protection.
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Keep
you windows closed.
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Always
stay clear of widows in your home. Flying glass and debris from outside can be dangerous,
even deadly.
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Try
and remain as calm as possible. Panic will only make matters worse. Have activities for
small children, this will help them stay calm.
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Keep
snacks and water with you in the room you plan to use when the storm arrives.
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Keep
a battery operated AM/FM radio, weather radio and flashlight with you at all times.
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Klein
does not suggest the use of candles, oil lamps, Coleman stoves or kerosene heaters inside
a home during a storm. These are potential sources of fire and we will not be able to
respond if the winds are in excess of 55 miles per hour.
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If
flooding occurs in your home or power lines are damaged around your home, do not use
electrical devices, as they could be a potential hazard. Turn your main power off if
possible.
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Don’t
go outside during a storm unless you are in imminent danger of a building collapse.
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Winds
die down when the eye of the storm passes overhead. This is only temporary and you should
not venture far from your home or shelter. The eye may pass very quickly and many times the
wind and rain are worse on the backside of a hurricane.
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Don’t
consider a vehicle as a safe mode of shelter from a storm. Strong winds and tornadoes will
overturn cars and cause serious bodily harm.
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Bring
you pets inside with you. They are more vulnerable to the storm than you are.
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Contact
your local SPCA or Humane society for suggested pet plans during a storm.
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Consult
you animals Veterinarian if your pet has any health considerations when making your
evacuation or ride out plans.
