Know Your Storm Warnings.

Hurricane Warnings:

1. Tropical Storm Watch - issued when tropical storm conditions may threaten a
specific coastal area within 36 hours, and when the storm is not predicted to intensify
to hurricane strength.

2. Tropical Storm Warning - winds in the range of 39 to 73 mph can be expected to
affect specific areas of a coastline within the next 24 hours.

3. Hurricane Watch - a hurricane or hurricane conditions may threaten a specific
coastal area within 36 hours.

4. Hurricane Warning - a warning that sustained winds of 74 mph or higher associated
with a hurricane are expected in a specified coastal area in 24 hours or less.

After The Storm Warning!

More deaths occur after a hurricane than during. Most deaths come
from people being too anxious to get outside and survey the damage.
Downed power lines, unstable trees, fallen debris etc. all pose serious
threats after a storm has passed. Please remain indoors until the "All
Clear Signal" has been given. Stay away from all downed wires and
trees in contact with power wires. Contact the police or your power
company to report any downed lines. DO NOT use charcoal grills,
propane or generators indoors. A little common sense can help a
lot after a storm has passed.