By Leeann Nardella, staff reporter
Here are some safety tips just in case another hurricane like Sandy should ever happen again.
Before
During
After
Build an emergency kit
Listen to the TV or radio
Keep away from loose power lines
Know your surroundings
Turn off propane tanks
Listen to the radio still
Make plans to secure your property
Don’t use the phone
Stay out of your building if you smell gas
Board up your windows
Turn of electricity
Drive only if necessary
Learn your community evacuation routes
Turn the refrigerator to its coldest setting and keep its doors closed
Wear protective clothing
Clear clogged gutters
Avoid elevators
Use the phone only when necessary
Trim trees and bushes
Stay away from windows
Return home only when officials tell you too
Install a generator
Close all doors
Take shelter below the tenth floor if you are in a high rise building
Build a safe room
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