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CERT Monthly Safety Tips

Getting Your Home Ready for a Hurricane

If you plan to put up your own hurricane shutters:

  • Watch the hurricane shutter installation video now.
  • It’s hard, hot, heavy work just prior to a hurricane. Is it within your capabilities? If not, find an installer.
  • Ideally, have at least 2 people, plus a step ladder.
  • Mark hurricane shutters to match windows and doors they cover.
  • Check you have all required fittings. Order extra anchors, screws, wingnuts, and drill bits (Philips #3, slot wingnut) in case they get dropped or lost.
  • Check electric drill. Get a spare rechargeable battery.
  • Get heavy duty work gloves to protect against cuts.

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