With Memorial Day right around the corner, many are making plans for the holiday. Some may be going on vacation and some may be planning a BBQ.
But once the holiday weekend is over, we must start preparing for the 2013 hurricane season, which officially starts on June 1st.
Many native South Floridians have been dealing with hurricanes since they were young children and simply brush off hurricane season without preparation. However, must we remind you of the damage caused by Hurricane Andrew or even the more recent Hurricane Wilma, the second worst hurricane in Florida history?
Advanced preparation is vital because right before a storm hits, supermarkets and home improvement stores are jam-packed with last minute shoppers. Waiting until the last minute on important supplies is especially dangerous because items fly off the shelves and you risk being left without necessary supplies. It also important to stock enough supplies to last you through a storm and beyond.
The National Hurricane Center recommends including these items in your hurricane survival kit: