Pre-Hurricane Preparation
Councilmembers Willard-Lewis and Hedge-Morrell discuss the effects of Hurricane Gustav during an interview on Geraldo-at-Large.
- Make copies of all important documents and keep them together in a waterproof package:
- Government-issued IDs for every family member
- Social Security card
- pet identification tags/vaccination records
- proof of residence
- insurance policies
- tax records
- current paycheck stub
- birth and marriage certificates
- property deeds
- wills
- debit/credit cards
- checks
- most recent bank account statements
- medication refill information
Councilmembers Fielkow and Head discuss city-wide damages from Hurricane Gustav in an interview with WWL.
- Make an emergency supplies kit:
- battery-operated radio
- flashlights/lanterns
- extra batteries
- bedding (pillows, blankets, etc.)
- 3 gallons of water per person
- at least 3 days of non-perishable food
- first aid kit
- tools (non-electric can opener, cooking utensils, scissors, etc.)
- sanitation items (toilet paper, bleach, plastic bags, etc.)
- clothing
- hygiene items (deodorant, feminine supplies, soap, etc.)
- baby supplies
- pet supplies
- entertainment (cards, books, board games, etc.)
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Councilmembers Willard-Lewis, Fielkow and Clarkson survey water overtopping the levees of the Industrial Canal during Hurricane Gustav.
In the Event a Hurricane Warning is Issued
Home Preparations:
- Protect all windows with shutters or plywood.
- Anchor loose outdoor items (lawn chairs, BBQ pit, potted plants, etc.).
- Fill disposable containers with water.
- Clean bathtubs and fill with tap water for bathing and flushing toilets.
- Place valuables in waterproof containers.
No evacuation ordered:
- Gather your emergency supplies kit and important documents packet.
- Relay your evacuation plans to an emergency contact.
- Fill up your car's gas tank.
- Have enough cash on hand.
- Keep a battery-powered radio handy.
Councilmembers hold a press conference with the mayor and other key officials to update citizens on the city's status in the wake of Hurricane Gustav.
Evacuation is ordered:
- Shut off water and electricity.
- Pack emergency supplies kit and important documents packet.
- Pack all prescription medications.
- Relay your evacuation plans to an emergency contact.
- Lock all doors and windows of your home upon evacuating.
Councilmembers give details on their city-wide ride-arounds during Hurricane Gustav in an interview with WDSU.
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