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The COVID-19 pandemic will affect the hurricane season, causing changes to preparations, evacuations, and emergency shelters.

Here are tips provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the hurricane season:

Purchase Emergency Supplies Early: Supplies for essentials like water, paper products, first-aid items and medicines are still constrained, so purchase supplies when available is recommended.
Prescriptions: Make sure to have enough medicine on hand for the length of a storm threat. If time permits and to limit in-person visits to the pharmacy, use mail-order services to fill prescriptions. Curb-side and drive-thru services are also good alternatives.
Prepare “Go Kit”: If a storm threatens, pack a bag with essentials like prescriptions, hand sanitizer, bar or liquid soap, two face covers per person, clothing, durable shoes and cash.
Know Your Shelter: If you live in an area that evacuates when a hurricane threatens, check the status of your local shelter with local emergency management agencies. Shelters will have lower capacity due to social distancing requirements and prepare to wear face masks.
Have Pet Plans: Check local shelters on pet policies and pack pet supplies like food and medicine.
Know All Evacuation Routes: Traffic jams and road closures could delay departures from evacuation zones. Always know more than one way to evacuation and follow local government directions.
Follow COVID-19 Protocols: Always use caution in a crowd, try to follow the six-feet social distance rules and wear a facemask. Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth.
Wash or Sanitize Hands: If you are staying home, evacuating to a shelter, or staying with friends or in a hotel, wash hands frequently. If water is unavailable, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Power Outage Safety: Avoid using candles and make sure generators are properly ventilated to the outside to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Injuries and Illness: Medical services may be limited during and after a hurricane. If injuries are minor, treat with basic first aid and make sure any open wounds are clean and covered with antibacterial ointment and bandage. If ill, call doctor or nurse practitioners for the best course of action before heading to a clinic or emergency room.
Stay Mentally Fit: The pandemic is already a stressful time and a hurricane could put people over the edge. Make sure you talk and text with your support network of family and friends. Do not be afraid to contact professionals if you feel overwhelmed. Never resort to alcohol or drugs to relieve the stress and take the edge off.

Follow these tips to help prepare for hurricane season amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Source: CDC, FEMA

Image: A sign indicating a hurricane evacuation route near Boca Raton, Fla. (Juliancolton via Wikimedia)

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Hurricane Preparation Amid COVID-19