Prepare for Hurricane Irma

Whether you live in the path of Hurricane Irma, or know someone who does, or, if inland flooding may impact you, now is the time to prepare. Many Americans have already experienced the devastating impacts of this major hurricane.

History shows that storm tracks can change quickly and unexpectedly. Residents and visitors in areas potentially affected by the severe weather should continue to monitor local radio or TV stations for updated emergency information, and follow the instructions of state, local, and tribal officials. If told to evacuate, do so immediately.

Learn what the different hurricane categories mean and download Prepareathon’s How to Prepare for a Hurricane Guide. This guide includes a hurricane preparedness checklist, evacuation planning guidance, ways to protect your home from wind and water damage, as well as tips to stay safe and healthy while cleaning up after a storm.

Download the guide today, and share on your website or social media how to prepare for a hurricane, stay safe during a storm, and recover from an incident.

For additional free hurricane preparedness tools, tips, and resources – including the When the Waves Swell video, visit www.ready.gov/hurricanes and the Prepareathon website.

For donation information about Hurricane Irma, go to the How To Help section on https://www.fema.gov/hurricane-irma.

FEMA is looking to recruit personnel for temporary assignments in response to the hurricanes. For more information, go to https://careers.fema.gov/hurricane.