Tropical Storm Isaac Puts Spotlight on Hurricane Preparedness

By Editor, on August 25th, 2012

Hurricane Tracking and Preparedness Resources Provided by NOAA and other government agencies As Tropical Storm Isaac approaches Florida, with Hurricane warnings in effect for much of Florida’s West coast, government authorities are urging all citizens to prepare, and are focusing attention on government resources available to help you prepare for a hurricane.

If you are a family caregiver, and your senior loved one lives in a coastal area, have you taken the advisable steps to prepare in advance for a Hurricane? If an evacuation order were given, have you planned how and where your elderly parent would evacuate?

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) provides “Key Facts About Hurricane Readiness,” including helpful tips and checklists.

The National Weather Service’s National Hurricane Center also offers helpful tips for Hurricane Preparedness, along with current weather forecasts at www.nhc.noaa.gov.

FEMA’s Ready America site provides videos advising older adults, pet owners, and all Americans on Emergency plans and preparedness:

Preparing Makes Sense for Older Americans »

Preparing Makes Sense for Pet Owners »

Preparing Makes Sense for All Americans »

See also other preparedness information from FEMA’s Ready.gov site, including:

Hurricane Safety Tips – Before, During and After a Hurricane

Build a Disaster Supplies Kit

Make a Plan

More Information

For more information on Hurricanes and Hurricane preparedness, including the latest tracking and bulletins regarding 2012 storms, see: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): Hurricane Central 2012.

See also related HelpingYouCare™ reports on:

Govt News Bulletin Gives Preparation & Safety Tips for Summer Weather Emergencies

May 27 through June 2 declared National Hurricane Preparedness Week

Emergency Preparedness For Seniors and Caregivers

Hurricane Preparedness For Seniors and Caregivers

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This Announcement is provided as a public service by HelpingYouCare™.

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