How to survive Hurricane Matthew, from crucial items to shelters should you have to flee
Matthew's path is still uncertain, but models show the storm will likely pass by or even directly hit the Grand Strand area Saturday.
"We are preparing to help families across
The organization needs volunteers to be available to assist with sheltering, feeding, and operational support, and those interested in helping can visit RedCross.org/SC and click on volunteer to begin the application process.
Residents and visitors should also familiarize themselves with their evacuation route.
The public is also strongly encouraged to immediately begin reviewing or making emergency plans for their families and businesses,
Officials say emergency supply kits should include:
-- Non-perishable food
-- Drinking water (two gallons per person per day)
-- Flashlights with extra batteries and bulbs
-- First aid kit
-- Non-electrical can opener
-- Necessary medications and prescriptions
-- Needed supplies for any children
-- Needed supplies for any pets
-- Important documents (insurance policies, photo ID, tax records, bank information, etc.)
-- Toiletries and other personal hygiene items
-- Cash and credit cards
-- Weather radio with extra batteries
If evacuation becomes necessary, residents should take the following items with them:
-- Water--one gallon per person, per day (3-day supply)
-- Food--non-perishable, easy to prepare items (3-day supply)
-- Flashlight
-- Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
-- Extra batteries
-- First aid kit
-- Medications (7-day supply) and medical items
-- Multi-purpose tool
-- Sanitation and personal hygiene items
-- Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, insurance policies)
-- Cell phone with chargers
-- Family and emergency contact information
-- Extra cash
-- Emergency blanket
-- Map(s) of the area
-- Other essential items that could not be replaced if they were destroyed
Should you need to evacuate your home, here's a list of hurricane shelters in
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