Special Needs Registry

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For people that are frail, elderly, or handicapped and need assistance in evacuating should

**REGISTER NOW**

with the county’s Emergency Management Office St. Lucie County (772) 462-8100

  

What to do if a hurricane threatens the area

 Take important telephone numbers with you, including the emergency numbers for the property management company.

 

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Hurricane Kits

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Make sure that you have and do the following

 

*Take pictures of your condo for insurance purposes[ 

*Have a full tank of gas for your vehicle.

*Make sure that your cell phone is fully charged.

*Check supplies of medications and supplies in your first-aid kit.

*Check batteries for radio and flashlights. (have extra batteries on hand)

*Stock up on canned food provisions and water to last at least 3 days.

*Have candles, lighter or matches and a manual can opener in your unit.

*Special items: baby/pet supplies, personal hygiene/sanitation items if applicable.

*Secure furniture and other loose items on balconies.

*Secure all shutters on all windows and balconies.

 

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If local authorities recommend evacuation leave immediately

 

*Turn off circuit breakers on nonessential equipment in your fuse box.

*Turn off all water to your condo.

*Take all important documents with you in a waterproof container. (to include your Property Insurance Policy)

*Prepare a cooler with ice packs and bring books, magazines, or games for recreation.

*There may be an extend loss of electrical power, consider removing food items from your refrigerator.

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