Large Map
  • Be Storm Ready
Hurricane official:  Don't tape windows
Hurricane official: Don't tape windows

Officials from the National Hurricane Center in Florida are …

RI Evacuation Maps
RI Evacuation Maps

Is your home in the path of a potential storm surge? Check out …

Hurricane Preparation List
Hurricane Preparation List

Get tips on how to get ready for a hurricane or other …

Emergency Shopping List
Emergency Shopping List

See our shopping list so you can get ready for a hurricane or …

RIEMA urges special needs registration
RIEMA urges special needs registration

The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency and the Department…

Advertisement

EMA reinforces proper storm precaution

Check emergency kits and secure outdoor items

Updated: Sunday, 28 Oct 2012, 10:26 PM EDT
Published : Saturday, 27 Oct 2012, 10:00 PM EDT

WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) – Emergency officials are recommending you take some simple steps to make sure you are fully prepared for Sandy.

The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) says to check your emergency kit to make sure all items are working. Check batteries in flashlights and buy any needed replacements.

Be sure to check that food hasn’t expired and stock up on non-perishables, bottled water and put gas in your car.

You can always charge your mobile devices through a car charger if your house loses power.

Officials also recommend you to secure all loose outdoor items, or take them inside. This includes all Halloween displays and campaign signs you may have in your lawn.

Copyright WPRI 12


Ground rules for posting comments: No profanity or personal attacks. Please comment on the subject of the story itself. If you do not follow these rules, we will remove your post. Keep it civil, folks!

Our commenting section is powered by IntenseDebate. If you registered for an account but didn't receive a verification e-mail, check your spam folder or click here for more information. For additional technical help, click here.

 

Advertisement
Advertisement
  • Site Tools