Hurricane

  • According to the National Hurricane Center, hurricanes kill approximately 50 to 100 people anywhere from Texas to Maine during an average three-year period.

    The following resources from U.S. Government agencies and nonprofit organizations can help you deal with this type of emergency.

    Hurricanes

    General information and resources on preparing for and surviving a hurricane
    (FEMA)

    Hurricanes, Cyclones, Typhoons & Other Tropical Storms

    Tips on gathering supplies and making a plan to survive a tropical storm
    (Centers for Disease Control)

    Safety Precautions Following a Hurricane

    Suggestions on dealing with a wide variety of increased risks to health and the environment at home and in the community following a hurricane
    (Environmental Protection Agency)

    Using Medical Devices Safely During and Following a Hurricane

    Tips for using medical devices that may be exposed to fluctuating power, contaminants or unusual levels of heat or humidity during and following a disaster
    (Food and Drug Administration)

    Hurricane Safety Checklist

    Advice on what to do before, during and after a hurricane
    (American Red Cross)

    Hurricane hazards come in many forms. Be sure to check our Tornado and Flood pages for more information on how to recover from a hurricane.

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