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General Information for Bergen County Residents
Regarding Hurricanes and Floods

Hurricane Survival Checklist

Before the storm:

  • Make a personal evacuation plan
  • Check your insurance coverage
  • Make an inventory of your home and personal property
  • Install storm shutters over the windows
  • Assemble a disaster supplies kit
  • Take steps to protect your pets

During the storm:

  • Stay inside and remain calm
  • Find the safest place in your home away from windows
  • Wait for ALL CLEAR signal from local emergency management officials before going outside

After the storm:

  • Be aware of hazards caused by the storm
  • Use only the water you've taken with you in bottles or that has been declared safe by public health officials
  • Don't eat food that was opened or damaged in any way by the storm
  • Stay alert on announcements on where to apply for assistance
  • Contact your insurance company to report property damage
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