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    7 HURRICANE GUIDE 2021 ie sie etic eet FIRST ALERT ie ne ‘The record-breaking hurticane season of 2020 has brought about many changes to the naring system {or tropical cyclones inthe Atlantic basin. During that amazing season we dove deep into the Greek alphabet after going through lst ofthe 21 names ofthe English alphabet. Only the second time that has ever been done inthe history of naming storms So, in response to ths incredible past season the World Meteorological Organization has tossed out the Greek alphabet and has come up with a supplemental lst of 21 names should we exhaust the primary lst. Doing the weather from home due to Covid-19 was challenging especially when it came to tracking hurricanes. We were lucky that most of them stayed far enough away from the Suncoast that we did not have to broadcast from the studlo, The 28th storm did however force the Fist Alert Weather ‘team back to the ABC7 studios to cover this late season storm. Its name was ETA. igen STORM PaO ta was a typical late season storm developing inthe Caribbean and tracking into the eastern Gulf of Mexico. The last two months of the season are always concerning to me because that is when we have the greatest threat to be impacted by a tropical cyclone. That isnot to say that we do not get hit during the ‘ther months but ifa storm develops inthe Caribbean in Oct. and November, we typically have to look out here due tothe changing steering currents during, that time of year which usually Impact somewhere along the west coast of Florida, 0 | think we wil see another season like last year? The answer is no. But it does look Ike we will have an above average season due to the warmer than average north central Atlantic sea surface temperatures and a neutral EI Nino forecast Regardless of how many storms develop in 2021 remember it only takes one hitting here to make it an active season. It is important that you read through this guide with your family an friends to go over these life saving tips to protect you, your family and pets from these devastating storms. You may have heard that our coast not as Ikelyto be Impacted from hurricanes, Thisis true, but ithas happened inthe past and it will happen again in the future. Will tbe this year? No one can say with any accuracy whether we are going to be targeted by one of the 13 to20 projected storms this year. Butts important that you prepare before each season for a possible strike "ve been covering these storms for residents of SW Florida and ABC 7 for 36 years now and most of us have no reference point as to how damaging these storms can be, unless you lived near Charlotte harbor in 2004, Hurricane Charley slammed into Charlotte harbor with winds of 150 mph. It was a tightly compact storm with those winds confined to an 8-mile radius. It destroyed most everything in Its path I took years for things to get back to somewhat normal after that storm, ‘The main lesson from Charley and Irma, which hitin 2017, is that you need to be prepared for whatever Mother Nature has instore for us. That means ‘make sure your insurance is up to date, have the necessary supplies to be on your own for atleast 3 days. Most importantly evacuate when asked to do 50 and know where you are going to go. Shelters are provided by the Government, but they should be your last resort. The best advise Is to find family or friends who live outside the evacuation zone and who's home is propery shuttered or has wind protection and hunker down there. Stay safe and be sure to keep up to date with the latest from ABC 7's First Alert Weather Team. A great tool to have in your hurricane survival kt i the ‘ABC7 First Alert weather app. You can download it for free by going to your app store and search “ABC 7 First Alert Weather". Stay safe! Chief Meteorologist Bob Harrigan TNE) Se ae WV d Tampabaypreparesonz Bepe beter com, eet ostdo7e fe Foridebissterore lop) (Public Mapping) i toU/eoo t/a aA uilda supply Syael it bitos/ vw seadvaov/et meet FIND YOUR EVACUATION ZONE Sarasota County Charlotte County Manatee County Evacuation Levels Evacuation Levels Evacuation Levels erie] x Nees te Ra Swe ae WEATHER & Bulbs: ¢ eee ROOENG INC. Keeping You Informed On-Air You can count on The Official Suncoast Storm Team whenever severe weather threatens. Bringing you the most comprehensive and accurate forecast on the Suncoast Comcast Cable Spectrum Cable (Manatee) CH7 &CH 431 CH7&CH 1007 DirectTV Dish Network CH7&CH40 9 CH7 MySuncoast.com/mobileapps/ Go online for The Oficial Suncoast Forecast and updated weather information and alerts When severe weather approaches. Stay informed wherever you go! The SuncoastWx weather app brings you the latest weather up: dates no matter where you are. MySuncoast.com : Severe Weather ABCT News gears) Biggs) che 5 ise fst H Weather & Short Wave Radio Programming County SAME _ | Transmitter(s) Frequency MHz Charlotte [012015 | Fort Myers, Venice | 162.475, 162.400 DeSoto [012027 | Fort Myers, Venice | 162.475, 162.400 Hardee [012049 | Riverview, Venice, | 162.550, 162.400, Sebring 162.500 In the event of a storm and you Highlands _|012055_| Sebring 162.500 need to use your radio, we will Manatee 012081 | Riverview, Venice, | 162.550, 162.400, be simulcasting on WSRQ. Largo 162.450 Sarasota [012115 | Venice 162.400, Nae est Sy awe Nd Noi RQOENG INC. uot 8s Creating a Family 4 Hurricane Readiness Plan ‘A hurricane on the way can be frightening for everyone, especially children and teenagers. Going over your emergency plan now can help ease some of their fears, and give everyone the confidence that he/she will know what to do in the event of, astorm, Have a family meeting about the weather conditions. Explain why you'll need to stay safe at home or evacuate as the storm nears. Locate and agree on a safe room (or safe areas) in your home. Move pillows, flashlights, batteries, food and other hurricane supplies to that area. Gather necessary medicines, glasses/contact lenses, a first aid kit, and items for children such as baby formula and dia- pers. Keep them handy, Come up with an escape route from your house. Decide on a rendezvous point where everyone can meet in case you're separated during the storm. Write out contact information for family members. Include work and school, meeting locations and emergency ser- vices. Decide on a family contact who lives out of town or out of state, so all family members have a single point of contact in case of emergency. Make sure everyone knows this person and his/her phone number. The Department's Emergency Contact Information (EC!) pro- gram allows Floridians to securely register contact informa- tion online at https://services.fihsmv.gov/eci/ and in driver li- Conse offices, DHSMV Executive Director Tery Rhodes says the information can only be accessed by law enforcement in, times of emergency. There is no fee to register. Important Documents Before a storm threatens, you should create a file with copies of all the documents you'll need after the storm. Be sure to keep this important infor- mation with you during a hurricane, especially if you're forced to evacuate. Personal identification (river's license or photo identification card) and copies of the following: + Birth certificate + Marriage certificate + Social Security cards + Passports + Wills + Deeds + Inventory of household goods + Proof of Home and Car insurance policies + Immunization records + Bank and credit card account numbers + Stocks and bonds + Emergency contact list and phone numbers. + Map of the area and phone numbers of places you could go Source: FEMA Stay up to date with the latest forecasts and severe weather updates from The Official Suncoast Storm Team at ABC 7. 3 Fi + Make sure a young child knows his/her name, address and home phone number. + Post emergency phone numbers near your phone and ex- plain when and how to call 911. Follow us on Twitter + Decide what to do with your pets if you need to evacuate, ‘Tultter.com/MySuncoastWX Make a plan for your pets - don't leave them behind, + If there's a chance you'll evacuate, pack in advance, and allow children to pack one special item for comfort, such as Like us on Facebook a stuffed animal, Facebook.com/MySuncoast.com ABC7 Naess Batteries . Bullos SARASOTA — Woke Glass & Mirror — 8 sennawinie— sole] Siem nley After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for at least 72 hours. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. ‘Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Most of the items are inexpensive and easy to find and any one of them could save your life. Headed to the store? Download a printable version to take with you. Once you take a look at the basic items consider what unique needs your family might have, such as supplies for pets or seniors. Basic Disaster Supplies Kit ‘To assemble your kit store items in airtight plastic bags and put your entire disaster supplies kit in one or two easy-to-carry containers such as plastic bins or a duffel bag. A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items: ‘* Water (one gallon per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation) * Food (at least a three-day supply of non- perishable food) Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert Flashlight First ald kit Extra batteries ‘© Whistle (to signal for help) ‘* Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air) Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place) ‘* Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties {for personal sanitation) ‘* Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities) ‘* Manual can opener (for food) * Local maps ‘Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery © Download the Recommended Supplies List (PDF) Additional Emergency Supplies Since Spring of 2020, the CDC has recommended people include additional items in their kits to help prevent. the spread of coronavirus or other viruses and the flu. Consider adding the following items to your ‘emergency supply kit based on your individual needs: ‘* Cloth face coverings (for everyone ages 2 and above), soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces © Prescription medications ‘* Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives © Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution ‘ Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes and diaper rash cream * Pet food and extra water for your pet Cash or traveler's checks ‘* Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container * Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person ‘* Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes * Fire extinguisher ‘ Matches in a waterproof container + Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items ‘© Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils Paper and pencil ‘Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children awe ae A dy * MAINTAINING YOUR KIT After assemblin; ir kit remember to maintain it so it’s ready when nee - Keep canned food in a cool, dry place. - Store boxed food in tightly closed plastic or metal containers. - Replace expired items as needed. ~ Re-think your needs every year and update your kit as your family’s needs change KIT STORAGE LOCATIONS Since you do not know where you will be when an emergency occurs, prepare supplies for home, work and cars. Home: keep this kit in a designated place and have it ready in case you have to leave your home quickly. Make sure all family members know where the kit is kept. Work: Be prepared to shelter at work for at least * hours. Your work kit should include food, water and other necessities like medicines, as well as comfortable walking shoes, stored in a “grab and go” case. Car: In case you are stranded, keep a kit of emergency supplies in your car. errs Pee iar om for update NNT ress) te Raw Nassua lia =e Making Your Home Storm Ready f= Here’s what you need to know to protect | i} your home in the few days or hours be- fore a hurricane strikes Pick up everything around your home that could become airborne and bring it inside. That includes all outdoor furni- ture, potted plants, yard tools, garbage cans, etc. Clear your home's gutters to handle the heavy rain. Protect your insurance and other important documents in sealable, plastic bags. Charge your cell phone batteries. + Fill up your car with gas and portable gas cans if you own a generator. | al Long before hurricane season begins, there are things you should do to get h for th your home ready for the storm season Wis. vou need to do if you plan to stay at + Keep your trees trimmed, removing all overrowth your home through the storm + Make or buy shutters forall your doors and windows + Stock up on water, non-perishable food, prescriptions, frst NOW, not in the days before a hurricane threatens aid kit, and cash, Basically anything and everything you'll the Suncoast need to survive in the days after the storm when electricity + Impact-resistant windows and manufactured shut- will be out and finding supplies will be a challenge. ters are the preferred ways to protect your home. + Choose an interior room in your home that can serve as + If pre-made shutters aren't an option, use plywood your safe room. that’s at least 3/4 of an inch thick. + Have a battery powered radio, + Ifyou own a conerete block home, install anchoring + Have flashlights and battery powered lights ready. devices for the root. + Make sure the storm has passed before you go outside + Don't forget about your garage door. This can be the and it's not the eye of the hurricane. most vulnerable area of your home when a hurricane + Remember that many injuries happen AFTER the storm hits. If possible, work with a professional garage during the clean up process. Keepin ming wany stows wiseloa atone The Bottom Line get ready and more peace of mind. + Remember that many injures happen AFTER the sources: National Hurricane Center, Federal Alliance For storm during the Clean up proces. Sate Homes + After the storm can be the most stressful part of a hurri- cane. + Be safe, be patient and help your neighbors. + When a hurricane threatens, hope for the best and prepare for the worst! Naess FIRST ALERT WEATHER Evecuston Level C Evacuston Level D Evacustion Level EVACUATION CENTER Fruitville Elementary School Brookside Middle School Southside Elementary School Riverview High School Booker High Schoo! Phillippi Shores Elementary Gulf Gate Elementary School North Port High School Heron Creek Middle School Woodland Middle School ‘Atwater Elementary School SCGov.net SCGov.net (Emergency Svc’s) (Know your level) Nee: mse shorturlat/chilv shorturl.at/mHLMS Naess ES iedmacAt hs ROOFING INC, Manatee County Evacuation Levels Tempe Bay cob a %, ak? ‘et0e ¥ Evacuation Levels ‘MyManatee.org (Emergency Management) hsp (00 2/GDCuNh MyManatee.org (know Your Evac. Zone) hisps//goo al/rave38 FloridaDisasterorg (Public Mapping) betpl/eoo.a/Re1 Wu Naess ae cE -gsaraso— be + Bulbs Glass & Mirror n Informa’ Charlotte County Shelter & Evacua' LEGEND sev C008. £06 Me icMme — Evacuation Routes amet HEB © MI 0[ on evaciton Zone Chote Harbor Soa a0 Tonec he For Gara ardoek ie Sd T7a05 Maer Way For Gone Ringway Eee Scio! [23300 Gurr Sed Port Gara Por Chris igh choo] 1200 Cochran Biv, ort Grote enn ay igh Shoe 1 aida Rs Egewood Sale Joes Flementay Schoo! | 1230 Naan St, Punta Gorda ety Element Sco 370 voter ee Pot Charo South aun Reina Park [7 Gooper Set, urs Gorda Mendow Park Gamentary SiooT [311 Laeview Biv NW Port Chafote—] [Vntnd Elementary Shoo! [47 Boundary he Eglewood NOTE Only Kingsway Elementary School is a Red Cross Shelter. The remaining facilities will be opened as county-run shelters. Do not depend on a particular Refuge Site being open. Refuge Sites may or may not be opened depending on the size of the storm and the predicted landfall area. Charlotte County has no Refuge Sites if we have a Category 3 or higher storm affecting the area. Ghatonecounvricom TNR] Fovidabiasterore (Know Your Evac. Zone) (Public Mapping) CChatlottecountyFl.com Ok 5 (Emergency Management) eo aa eee: S oe Other Suncoast Shelter & Evacuation Locations Hardee County Shelter Information Tole sping Geetay Shoo! [3715 shoahoue Rd Pao sornes [BO T3E-RAT Hardeecounty.net Sowing Gren Elementary School [4530 Chueh Ave, Sowing Gren | [[091375-768 (Shelter Information) Tiltop Elementary School 2401 US Highway 17 N, Wauchula (863) 773-2750 htov/goo./Aodoks Fay North Wauchula Elementary Schoo! | 1120 North Florida Ave., Wauchula (963) 773-2183 Gs < South Frid Community Colege [268 US Hghway 17 Bowing Gasn | | SPEGNL NEEDS ONY aen773081 Desoto County Shelter Information Desoto County Middle School | 420.ast Gibson Street, Arcadia | [(863)993-4832 DesotoBocc.com Em] Eat South lonidaCommunty Colege | 2251 NE Tuner Avenue, Arad || Special Nesde Sheer (Emergency Management) its be peepee) taavimeainnsice ff Information About Special Needs Shelters Each county handles special needs shelters in differ. [Gamaecana 7 [Wa r ‘ent ways. Almost all of them require that you register “=t==

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