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InfoCenter: Hurricane WATCH or WARNING?
Hurricane WATCH
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Hurricane conditions are possible in the specified area of the WATCH, usually within 36 hours.
• What to do: Listen to local radio for up-to-date information. Bring inside any lawn furniture, trash cans, and anything else that the wind can pick up. Be prepared to place 1/2" precut plywood pieces over windows (taping is not recommended). Fill your car's gas tank and stock up on bottled water, canned foods, medical supplies, etc. See Hurricane Survival Guide
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Hurricane WARNING
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Hurricane conditions are expected in the specified area of the WARNING, usually within 24 hours.
• What to do: Listen to local officials and evacuate if told to do so. Otherwise, stay indoors away from windows. Be aware that the calm "eye" of the storm is deceptive; the worst part of the storm is yet to come. Be aware of tornadoes that may occur during or after the hurricane passes -- stay in the center of the house in a closet or bathroom without windows. Avoid flooded areas, especially with your car and seek higher ground.
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