Frequently Asked Questions
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Hurricane Preparedness
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A hurricane watch predicts that hurricane conditions could be experienced within 36 hours. During a watch, residents are urged to enact their disaster plans and secure their homes. A hurricane warning indicates that sustained winds of at least 74 miles per hour are expected within 24 hours. Residents are urged to finalize disaster action plans and seek shelter in a safe location.Hurricane Preparedness
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The main hazards associated with hurricanes are storm surge, which refers to water that is pushed toward the shore by the force of the hurricane winds, inland flooding and high winds.Hurricane Preparedness