00:00Hurricane season starts June 1st, and the worst time to prepare is when a storm is already on the way.
00:05So here are six things to do now.
00:07First, know if you live in an evacuation zone.
00:09Storm surge is one of the deadliest hurricane threats, and you may not be able to stay if officials order
00:14evacuations.
00:15Second, build your hurricane kit early.
00:17Water, non-perishable food, medications, batteries, chargers, cash, and important documents.
00:22Because stores empty fast before landfall.
00:25Third, review your insurance.
00:26Flood damage usually isn't covered by standard homeowner's or renter's insurance.
00:31Fourth, back up important documents and electronics to the cloud or another safe location.
00:36Fifth, prep your home before watches are issued.
00:39Secure outdoor furniture, trim trees, and have plywood or shutters ready to go.
00:43And finally, make a plan for your pets too.
00:46Not every shelter accepts animals.
00:47The people who handle hurricanes best usually aren't scrambling at the last minute.
00:52They prepared before the season even started.
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