Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency
Headline: Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season
Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season
With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency
Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season
If severe weather is predicted, stay alert to weather warnings and comply with local official evacuation orders
What to do During Severe Weather:Use a weather radio to monitor evacuation orders
Should local officials recommend manufactured housing occupants find sturdier shelter, evacuate immediately
Survivors living in travel trailers must leave the trailer in place
Never take shelter in a travel trailer or manufactured housing unit during high winds, ice storms, freezing rain, sleet or floods
Please use weather affiliated with Florida StormsDirect Housing: How to Protect Your Family Before, During and After Severe WeatherOccupants in FEMA temporary housing units are not to board up windows, move the unit or alter the units in any physical way
Individuals are only required to evacuate with their personal belongings when instructed to do so by state and local emergency management officials
FEMA strongly encourages applicants to get renters insurance while they are in FEMA units
Applicants in FEMA temporary housing units should develop their own evacuation and emergency communication plans
Occupants in FEMA temporary housing units should always follow the instructions given for evacuation by the state or local emergency management officials
Those who do not have the ability to evacuate can contact their local emergency manager or call 211 to help them with their transportation needs
Do not leave your pet behind in a manufactured housing unit or travel trailer during severe weather
If an occupant’s unit is damaged, they are encouraged to contact their recertification advisor to advise whether the occupant can return home, or they may call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362
Those who use a relay service such as a videophone should update FEMA with their specific number assigned to that service
In Case of Severe StormsIf a severe storm is forecasted for your area, move to a sturdy building or shelter until the storm passes
In Case of a TornadoIf a tornado warning is issued for your area, evacuate the housing unit immediately
Take shelter in the lowest floor of a nearby sturdy building or storm shelter, away from windows
Do not take shelter in a vehicle
In Case of a HurricaneHurricanes are particularly dangerous because of their unpredictability
While they are usually accompanied by heavy rain and strong winds, they can cause tornadoes and floods
Use a weather radio or monitor your local media to stay aware of local evacuation orders
Evacuate immediately if local officials recommend that mobile home occupants find sturdier shelter
In Case of a FloodIf the potential for flooding exists in your area, monitor the status via a weather radio or local media
Be aware that flash flooding can occur
If a flash flood warning is issued, immediately evacuate and move to higher ground
If you have time, place any important items on the highest shelves
Disconnect electrical devices, but not while wet or standing in water
When evacuating, do not attempt to walk or drive through flooded areas
Six inches of water can cause you to fall and can flood most compact or midsize cars
A foot of water will cause most vehicles to float
Two feet of water can sweep away trucks and SUVs
Additional InformationTo learn more about preparing for hurricane season including how to build an emergency kit, make a plan for your family and how to keep yourself safe during most natural disaster situation visit www
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