HURRICANE FLORENCE: State preparing for “unprecedented” storm
"Today, let me be clear,
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"Residents are urged to use the next 48 hours to plan and prepare for Hurricane Florence," Brown said in a news release.
Cooper's office provided the following tips for emergency plans and supplies kit:
* Gather your emergency supply kits with enough bottled water and non-perishable food to sustain each family member for three to seven days. Include a weather radio, flashlight, extra batteries, toiletries, change of clothes, blankets or sleeping bag, rain gear and appropriate footwear. Also include cell phone charger, prescription medicines, copies of important documents, such as birth certificates and insurance policies.
* Know your evacuation route, and find out where friends and loved ones will be and how to get in touch with them.
* Plan for your pets. Gather supplies for your pets and put them in an easily-accessible container.
* Prepare your home. Clean out gutters and clear property of debris that could damage buildings in strong winds.
* Stay tuned to local news for the latest advisories from the
"Now is the time to review your emergency plans, not later when this storm is on our doorstep," Cooper said.
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