You should print out these preparation, safety and recovery tips in case you don't have access to a computer or power when a storm strikes.

• Listen for tropical storm and hurricane advisories via local television and/or radio reports, or on a weather radio.    
• Keep your car's gas tank full.      
• When warranted, travel inland away from low-lying beaches and the threat of high tides or storm waves. If you must travel over a road or bridge that is in a low-lying area, leave early.      
• Residents of mobile homes should evacuate to a more substantial shelter. Check the tie-downs to assure that they are secure.      
• Boats should be secured or evacuated to a safe area if there is time. Once secured, leave it and don't return until the winds and tides have subsided.      
• If your area is not evacuated and your home is sturdy, stay inside on the downwind side of the house and away from windows and glass doors.      
• Install storm shutters or boards on windows to protect them from breakage.      
• Move outdoor objects indoors or anchor them securely.      
• Fill the bathtub with water for use other than drinking (e.g. flushing the toilet).