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Hurricane Dorian: Evacuation zone maps and shelters

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-7f0e33f41cc6573f4959a8decbf2e858">If a major storm threatens South Florida, it could take up to 99 hours to get everyone out, studies show.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-db0d0a314ce2bffce7a949e7b6c0e16c">That's more than four days for perhaps millions of evacuees from Miami-Dade and Broward counties to go through Palm Beach County and northward. But authorities typically don't know a storm's power or direction that far in advance.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-76ec7358c92d89d2a865da852dd78748">Four days before landfall, Hurricane Andrew was an ill-defined, weak storm far out at sea. Emergency managers don't want motorists stalled in bumper to- bumper traffic as the hurricane comes ashore. http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-86f457d7a7058e54ffd97bf86ecf7c5a">You should not stay home if you live in an evacuation area. Know what zone you live in. Evacuations are announced by zone.

Visit this website to enter your address and find out what zone you are in.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-ceb16989ea7970bbd2872a9fca286935">IF YOU STAY HOME

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-e3fa29b8aae90ceb972cb333afca0052">Make sure your home is as reinforced as possible. Consider the house's condition and whether your family is healthy enough.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-a11db23585953ee7a5b8780fa614d1cd">IF YOU STAY WITH FRIENDS, RELATIVES

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-619c5d8fb22983f561c570b08741cb75">Make arrangements far in advance. Check again as the storm approaches to make sure your hosts aren't on vacation or renovating.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-3d4f959c9afd8cd7f92717bdea280ac1">Take same things that you'd take to an emergency shelter.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-2c5bad50097d1000c3d12405158f470d">IF YOU USE A SHELTER

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-328d090d79ac763f15f73166f5e828ec">Shelters should be used only if you're ordered to evacuate and have nowhere else to go.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-5757804a0dadb39d0112b8c74d9cb225">Use this pdf to find the nearest shelters. Some will fill up quickly, and some won't open at all.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-6cec239b00a80c70c9716b25ffd7e1b2">If you need transportation or special help, make arrangements now.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-c533b2962275b94d119ff3e80d07f081">IF YOU LEAVE THE REGION

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-2e792e1bad355b883172f38aabf1f049">No place in Florida is safe from a storm. It could envelop much of the state or march up the coast and turn toward your destination. In 1995, Erin threatened Miami, and thousands fled to Orlando, where Erin struck.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-b864169cd1c7fd64036f70995c6217d2">Decide your destination and get a hotel room before you go. Rooms fill quickly.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-a0d612d61e589878b12bae5d365b489c">Flying may not be an option. Airports will close well in advance of the storm.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-73b39d825d68e0aa05c3b4aed545b7fe">Trains will fill quickly and will stop running once conditions deteriorate.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-824b3ab9a97d11c5148b1dabf945a562">Check your car. Fill tank, check tires, fluids and brakes. Get a current map of backup routes.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-f62f1a77549e2c70aa68f027dbb4e4ea">Leave early.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-c314d3e2448c1ad10f16561baf7bd533">If roads are already jammed, go back home or to a shelter. If the storm is 24 hours from landfall or closer, it's too late to try to leave town.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-71b715852b6f761f3d1f93c7bd2b3d0f">Tell someone where you are going. Leave a phone number.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-643e7bbe0efad388f59aaf99fbcb27e3">EVACUATION ROUTE INFORMATION

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-cf1d73483f43c4b1b8a1c6e03c907edc">Florida's Turnpike: Monitor www.floridasturnpike.com for the latest details.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-83fe37d1caa7a8475c59efed0ba90b98">More evacuation route information: Call 850-414-4100, Ext. 5336, or (toll-free) 850-414-5336; www.onewayflorida.com.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-0626bafe07b4d1a3385d44a3282fc26b">Call 511: The Florida Department of Transportation offers its free 511 service for travel information and roadway conditions, including road and bridge closures, toll suspensions and major evacuation routes. For more, go to www.FL511.com.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-6d088683f2b794b5976549f67ed82e7e">SUPPLY LIST

Heading to a shelter? Take these supplies:

– Identification and insurance papers

– A gallon of water

– Medicines and Medic Alert tags

– Blankets and pillows or a sleeping bag

– Lounge chair

– Flashlights, radio and batteries

– Changes of clothing, soap, deodorant

– Small games, books, magazines, cards

– Baby needs: Diapers, formula, etc.

– Snacks

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-8407a03a845fc791836c9b3f55f0dfa0">Note: Do not bring pets (except service animals), alcoholic beverages, smoking materials, heavy luggage or several pieces of luggage, valuables or weapons.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-ed8e7fa29db6f1d6b5726db4c998039c">SHELTERS ARE A LAST RESORT

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-4f1922e1e246b0bf561c976ff1aef6ec">If you live in the hurricane evacuation zone or a mobile home,you must evacuate when the evacuation order is issued.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-e6637cceb3a50c492242b0b0c6c14a85">Your first choice should be to stay with a friend or family member living close by but is not in the flood-vulnerable area.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-f6e9c1128bf9a7a41960f3f8503efa67">Keep in mind: A shelter will not be a pleasant place. It might be crowded. You won't be allowed to bring the comforts of home.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-2ccd4798f74fc05dbcefb00c15d11253">IF YOU HEAD TO A SHELTER

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-4adb9595a29df46aec6b55d4c7efd4ea">Look at the shelters map for your county in this guide for the shelters closest to you.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-c04c0852ad36aaf8ea7f95822bba0b9f">Listen for radio updates. Storm direction, intensity and other factors will determine which shelters will open.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-bfc894baa7d5e5beedda1331fc97cf10">Let a friend or relative know where you're headed.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-5f7753087f08c3f65b0009f9bf5bc691">If you're disabled or have a serious medical condition, you should preregister with your county's division of emergency management to get special help or transportation during a hurricane evacuation.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-ff025ff1658281a23d1e4e5bece009bf">Consider volunteering at a shelter. Call the Red Cross in your county or the Volunteer Center of United Way of Palm Beach County at (561) 375-6675 to volunteer.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-6f52b32a2b6c44013eb5596f42d54315">Eat a good meal before you go.

http://www.infomaker.se/idf/1.0" id="strong-ad9661ebc52688c7ffdf7d9d42e34229">If you or loved ones have special needs or are otherwise disabled, make arrangements now.

– Don't stay alone! Try to stay with relatives or friends. If you choose to stay home and have an assistant, make sure that person will be with you during and after the storm.

– Stock up on medications. Pharmacies could run out before the storm and it can take time for new supplies to get into the area afterward. Store medications in zip plastic bags.

– A generator is critical if you use power equipment for breathing or other needs or if drugs need refrigeration.

– If you'll be going to your county's special-needs shelter,make those arrangements now! Space and assistance are limited and will be offered only to people who need electricity for oxygen or to refrigerate insulin, diabetics who need supervisory medical care, and patients too immobile and/or have chronic illness but are not suitable for a regular shelter.

– Your doctor must fill out the registration. Officials determine if you qualify. Arrange transportation IN ADVANCE.

– No pets allowed.

– You will not be released from the shelter until your neighborhood has been declared safe

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