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| 2903 | 2011-06-01 | Troop C | LSP-C Is Reminding Everyone Make Sure to Be Prepared This 2011 Hurricane Season |
| LOUISIANA STATE POLICE COURTESY LOYALTY SERVICE Colonel Michael D. Edmonson, Superintendent TROOP C- NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release Date: July 1, 2011 Troop C Urges Preparation and Safety during this Hurricane Season Gray- Louisiana State Police Troop C wants to remind everyone make sure to be prepared for the 2011 Hurricane Season which starts June 1, 2011 and ends November 30, 2011. Know what a hurricane watch, warning, and storm surge means: Hurricane Watch: conditions are possible in the specified area of the watch, usually within 48 hours. Hurricane Warning: conditions are expected in the specified area of the warning, usually within 36 hours. Storm Surge: An abnormal rise of the water along a shore as the result, primarily, of the winds from a storm. Steps to Prepare for Hurricanes: 1) Make a visual record of your home and possessions. Use a digital camera and/or video recorder. This will help establish your claim after a loss. 2) Place copies of your insurance policies, family medical information, and important documents such as deeds and wills in a safe deposit box or safe. 3) Carefully review your insurance coverage in advance of a hurricane. 4) Listen and/or monitor the local media in your area for storms and/or hurricane updates. 5) Make a list of supplies that you will need in the event of a hurricane and pack them ahead of time. (DO NOT WAIT)!!! 6) Inspect and/or perform maintenance on your vehicle(s), trailers, generators, etc. 7) Pickup and secure items around your home. 8) Make plans for your pets. 9) HAVE A PLAN FOR EVACUATING!!!!!!!! Note: Identify ahead of time where you will go if you are told to evacuate (choose several options). Make sure your vehicle has been properly inspected and/or serviced for such a trip. Monitor the National Weather Service, Local Radio and TV stations for evacuation instructions. Remember Contraflow should be used as a last resort if you plan to evacuate. If you are advised to evacuate, do so IMMEDIATELY!!!!! Here is a list of sites to assist you in planning for a hurricane and planning your evacuation routes: www.getagameplan.org,and www.lsp.org. You can also visit your local parish websites for information. Contact Information: M/T Bryan Zeringue Public Information Officer Louisiana State Police - Troop C Office: (985) 857-3683 Cell: (985) 855-0241 Bryan.Zeringue@dps.la.gov WWW.LSP.ORG | |||
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