In our July 17 Newsletter we listed important things to do to prepare for a Hurricane. Now Bonnie and Danielle have passed our central Florida area, but there are three more months before Hurricane season of '98 is over. And, Earl is forming in the Gulf at this time. Below are some important things to remember AFTER the disaster of a Hurricane has passed:

• Have shoes on before walking about
• Check on neighbors to see if they are OK
• Don't touch downed power lines or nearly trees
• Monitor advisories on battery-operated radio or TV
• Open all windows to air out the house
• Use flashlights or lanterns, candles are dangerous
• Beware of snakes, insects, other animals inside
• Use only bottled water for cooking, drinking
• To flush toilet, use water stored in tub or pool
• Avoid driving, roads will be littered with debris
• Use phone sparingly, tell one relative you are safe
• Cook outdoors if using grill for makeshift stove
• Don't turn on power until you are sure wiring is safe
• Don't touch appliances if you or they are wet
• Find important documents; contact insurer
• Spray-paint adress and phone # on house for insurer
• Also, Spray-paint a warning to discourage looters
• Resume a normal routine as quickly as possible
• Before donating anything, find out what's needed

  Be informed. Having a list to observe and follow after a Hurricane passes will help bring about normal routines.

  Complete list on: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/hurricane/copy/handleafter.htm

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