Some information on the storms and are you ready?Preparing for the storms
Updated: Saturday, 15 Aug 2009, 9:47 PM EDT
Published : Saturday, 15 Aug 2009, 9:47 PM EDT
Trinnette Bowers, FOX 35 News
ORLANDO. Fla (WOFL FOX 35, Orlando) - As two tropical storms circle the Atlantic, ask yourself this, are you prepared? If you don't already have an emergency plan in place, now would be a good time to get ready.
Just in case these storms bear down on Florida, the first thing you need to know is where you'll go if you need to evacuate. Make sure you have phone numbers, a map and a disaster kit ready to go.
Stock up on supplies like tarps, flashlights, a weather radio and batteries. You also need to buy extra food and water that can be used all season.
You may also want to make sure your home is ready. Remove any loose debris from around your property.
Trim any rotten tree limbs and remember to check your windows and shutters. Remember if you live in Orange County, you can sign up to receive text messages with disaster or emergency information.
It's called the "OC Alert" and you can sign up by going to www.ocalert.net
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