Citizen’s should begin preparations for Hurricane Matthew. The Town of Holly Ridge Staff continues to monitor this storm closely.
Click here for the NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Guide.
Click here for the ReadyNC Website - Make A Plan, Build a Kit, Be Involved - ReadyNC.org
Citizen’s should begin preparations by having/doing the following:
- Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
- Food, at least a three day supply of non-perishable food
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First Aid Kit
- Whistle to signal for help
- Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter in a place
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Can opener for food
- Local Maps
- Identification
- Prescription Medication
- Personal hygiene items
- Pet food and water
- Cash or travelers checks and change/ credit cards
- Change of clothes
- Matches
- Books and games for children
- Baby formula and diapers
- Important Documents
Please continue to monitor our Facebook and Website for Updates.
Posted By Heather Reynolds 4th October 2016
