Flooding, tornadoes, wind damage and power outages can pose a threat to public health and safety. The COVID-19 pandemic can affect disaster preparedness and recovery and requires additional precautions when preparing for and sheltering from storms.
Hurricanes, tropical storms and other severe weather can be challenging, particularly during a pandemic like COVID-19. Here are some ways to stay safe and healthy:
If you will be staying with friends or family outside your household to evacuate from the storm, here are some additional tips, according to the CDC:
Talk to the people you plan to stay with about how you can all best protect yourselves from COVID-19.
Consider if either of your households has someone who is at higher risk of developing severe illness from COVID-19, including older adults or people of any age who have underlying medical conditions. Make sure everyone knows what they can do to keep them safe from COVID-19.