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The 2011 Okeechobee Pennysaver Hurricane Survival Guide is a comprehensive overview of what to do in the event a hurricane heads this way. Every storm is dangerous, so the more you are pre-pared the safer you will be. Please review the guidelines, find out where to seek further help and information and have a plan.

Researchers Phil Klotzbach and William Gray are forecasting an above-average storm season with 17 named storms, nine of which will strengthen into hurricanes. Of those nine, five are predicted to be major hurricanes. The Colorado State scientists are also projecting that there will be a 73% chance of a major hurricane making landfall along the East Coast. The annual average is 52% using 29 years of past data.

The forecast comes in the wake of their 2010 estimates, which correctly projected – although ulti-mately underestimated – a busy hurricane season.

Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. June/July and October/November hurricanes generally form in the Caribbean, with the Au-gust/September hurricanes usually originating off the west coast of Africa.

Storm advisories are broadcast by four designa-tions: • Tropical Disturbance — This is an area of storms that keeps its structure for at least 24 hours.• Tropical Depression — This is an organized storm system with a defined circulation and maximum sustained surface winds up to 38 miles per hour.• Tropical Storm — This is an intense orga-nized storm with a well-defined circulation and maximum sustained winds of 74 mph or more.• Hurricane — This is an intense organized storm with a well-defined circulation and maxi-mum sustained winds of 74 mph or more.

Hurricanes are identified by categories. Cat-egory 1 storms are 74 to 95 mph; Category 2 storms are 96 to 110 mph; Category 3 storms are 111 to 130 mph; Category 4 storms are 131 to 155 mph; and Category 5 storms are winds

greater than 155 mph.

Hurricane watches are issued when a storm may pose a threat to a designated area within 36 hours.

Hurricane warnings are issued when a storm is expected to hit within 24 hours.

Each year, there is a pre-approved list of tropi-cal storm and hurricane names. These lists have been generated by the National Hurricane Cen-ter since 1953. At first, the list consisted of only female names. However, since 1979 the lists alternate between male and female. There are six lists that continue to rotate. The lists only change when there is a hurricane that is so dev-astating the name is retired and another name replaces it. Thus, the 2011 hurricane name list is the same as the 2005 hurricane name list, with five hurricane names retired after the devastat-ing 2005 season. On the 2011 list Dennis was replaced by Don, Katrina was replaced by Katia, Rita was replaced by Rina, Stan was replaced by Sean and Wilma was replaced by Whitney.

The 2011 hurricane names are Arlene, Bret, Cindy, Don, Emily, Franklin, Gert, Harvey, Irene, Jose, Katia, Lee, Maria, Nate, Ophelia, Philippe, Rina, Sean, Tammy, Vince and Whitney.


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At the present time, the hospital is preparing for the coming hurricane season by increasing its food, water, medication and other supplies necessary to continue independent operation. The hospital has a 750kw generator that can supply electricity to the entire facility, a backup water supply, and advanced communication equipment.

The hospital is fully hurricane-shuttered, and hurricane-impact doors and windows are in-

stalled throughout the facility. The key to pre-paredness is planning ahead to cover all pos-sible emergencies that may occur.

A Hurricane Preparedness Seminar, open to the public, will be held at Raulerson Hospital, Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. Spokespersons representing Raulerson Hospi-tal, WPBF-TV Channel 25, Okeechobee Emer-gency Management, American Red Cross, South Florida Water Management, Okeechobee Coun-ty Sheriff’s Office, WOKC Radio, Bank of Amer-ica, Waste Management, Florida Power and Light and the Florida Department of Financial Services, will speak on hurricane planning and provide valuable literature. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited so early registration through the Okeechobee Red Cross is neces-sary. Additional seminars may be scheduled as needed. Call the Red Cross at (863) 763-2488 to attend.

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A Message From Debbie Riddle, Director

The American Red Cross Okeechobee Service Center staff members are proud to be a part of hurricane preparedness in Okeechobee. The purpose of the Red Cross is to provide relief to victims of disasters and help people pre-vent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Osceola Middle School and South Elementary School are certified Red Cross shelters, staffed by trained Red Cross volunteers. During a di-saster, the local American Red Cross is in direct contact with the Office of Emergency Manage-ment in Okeechobee as well as with the region-al office in West Palm Beach. For questions, bro-chures and information, call (863) 763-2488.

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Grand Oaks Assisted living Facility, a concrete building with impact-resistant windows, is built to withstand hurricanes. In the event an evacu-ation is ordered, a safe place has been pre-de-termined.

Grand Oaks will be staffed with needed person-nel in case of any emergency with the Grand Oaks Bus and the VNA Mobile Unit on stand-by. This is not a shelter for the general public. Please feel free to call Diane Wood, Administra-tor, at 863-824-6770 with any questions.

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A Message From Mitch Smeykal, Director

Should a disaster strike Okeechobee County, we must be prepared for events caused by nature and/or humans. The warning to us may be days as with a hurricane or with no warning at all as with an industrial accident which would require an immediate evacu-ation of the whole county or a partial area. The OEM encourages all residents to prepare themselves and their families for the hazards facing Okeechobee on a regular basis. This includes preparing kits, assembling legal documents and making action plans.

Emergency information will be broadcast on local radio and television stations. The ra-dio stations are WOKC-AM 1570, WOKC-FM 100.9, (Spanish) WAFC FM 106.1 and WWFR-FM in Okeechobee, WQCS-FM in Fort Pierce, and WAFC-FM in Clewiston. The television

stations are WPTV NewsChannel 5 and WPBF Channel 25 from West Palm Beach (on local cable channels 3 and 10). The OEM will track certain events on www.okeechobeeeoc.com. The OEM will also operate a Twitter mes-saging service, free to the public, which can be followed or viewed at www.twitter.com/okeechobeeeoc.

Any organization that would like to have a presentation by the Okeechobee County Emergency Management Office concerning hurricanes, tornados, flooding, terrorism, hazardous materials or disaster preparedness in general should call Mitch Smeykal at (863) 763-3212. All-Hazards Guides in English and Spanish are available at the EOC office, 707 NW 6th St. and at businesses throughout the county.

A Message From WOKC FM 100.9 and AM 1570

In the event of a storm, WOKC FM 100.9, AM 1570 and (Spanish) WAFC FM 106.1, are in constant contact with Okeechobee’s Emer-gency Operations Center, the National Hurri-cane Center and state and local officials. We will work around the clock to provide local residents with the important information they need.

As soon as a storm is forecast, WOKC and WAFC will go into Emergency Broadcast Mode. We have the ability to switch to emergency power and remain on the air 24/7. Unlike coastal media, we are Okeechobee’s only lo-cal voice; we know this area and care about our local residents.

Before the storm all three stations will broad-cast shelter locations and evacuation routes and advise you on how to prepare your home and family, including pets. As the storm moves closer we broadcast continuous alerts and information. During the storm WOKC and WAFC will broadcast safety advice, con-tinuous storm updates including force, wind speed and coordinates and news of what is happening in our community. When we are clear of danger we will tell you how our area has been affected, how to receive assistance and how people can volunteer to help others.Don’t wait for a storm before preparing. Now is the time to gather supplies, including a portable radio tuned to WOKC or WAFC.

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Safety of our students is our number one pri-ority any time during the year. Preparing for hurricane season is but one area in which Okeechobee County Schools stand ready to help not only our students but their families as well. The district Emergency Plan outlines preventative safety measures that school and district personnel follow on a day to day ba-sis as well as when a storm is pending. In the event a storm is approaching, decisions for safe travel and school closings are made by the Su-perintendant of Schools after consultation with emergency management and law enforcement personnel. School buses must be pulled off the road when winds persist at 35 miles per hour. When a storm is imminent and schools must be closed, students and staff are notified via an automated calling system that reaches all tele-phone numbers in the school’s database. Getting students back in school after a storm is our main concern. The same automated calling system is used to notify students and staff when schools will reopen as well. It is very important that parents make sure the school has correct

Before the storm arrives have a plan of action in place. Be aware that city and county ordinanc-es require all cats, dogs and ferrets over four months of age to have a rabies vaccine. If you evacuate in a hurricane, do not leave your ani-mal alone, either inside or outside your home. If you cannot take them, leave your pets with a responsible person. If you take your animal with you, be sure to take a five-day food and water supply for each animal as well as utensils, bowls and litter bags, medications, a picture of your animal and a cage for each pet. Place your name and phone number on all belongings with permanent marker. Before the storm, have your pet micro-chipped; vets generally check for chips in lost animals.

Advice about exotic pets is available from Sue Arnold at (863) 763-4630. For additional help and information, call Animal Control at (863) 357-3225 or visit www.hsus.org.

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BEFORE THE STORMDo yard trimming before the storm season. Avoid conducting yard maintenance when there is a named storm with a predicted Florida land-fall.

AFTER THE STORMThe Okeechobee Board of County Commission-ers will select a storm debris collection con-tractor. Okeechobee County and Okeechobee County Emergency Management will provide regular updates on storm-related matters and debris collection in the local newspapers and other media outlets.

Waste Management will resume regular house-hold garbage collection services as soon as it is

deemed safe to do so. Do not mix waste types. Keep the following separate: yard trash, house-hold trash, furniture, appliances and construc-tion and demolition debris.

Do not place any debris on or near fences, mail-boxes, power lines, power poles, work meters, phone boxes or under low-hanging trees. All debris must be placed on the nearest county maintained right-of-way (in front of a home) for collection.

The Okeechobee landfill will also be open as soon as it is safe to operate. Residents can al-ways bring their waste to the landfill if they wish to dispose of it immediately. Normal gate rates apply.

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WaterSterilize your bathtub, pans, jugs and bottles with a 1:10 bleach solution, then fill them with water. Wait for official word before resuming use of your water system after the storm. If you must evacuate your home, turn off the water supply before leaving to avoid damage from burst pipes; unplug your water heater and turn off your automatic sprinkler system.

First AidAssemble bandages, adhesive tape, antiseptic, alcohol and other articles that might be needed in an emergency. Also include toilet paper and sanitary supplies.

Food SupplyStock any canned foods that can be eaten with-out heating, non-refrigerated carton milk, ce-reals, energy bars, a can opener and canned heat or propane stove for cooking. Prior to the storm’s arrival, turn freezer and refrigerator controls to the highest level.

LightingStock candles, lamps, flashlights or lanterns and the batteries, propane, kerosene, matches or other means to power them.

CleaningHave a supply of cloths, towels and mops to absorb rain-driven water and to use at windows and doors.

CommunicationHave a portable radio, a car charger for your cell phone and at least one corded phone; cord-less phones won’t work if electricity is down.

Outdoor PrepTake down antennas and awnings, take in gar-bage cans, portable outdoor storage units, pot-ted plants, garden tools and lawn furniture. No tree trimming is allowed once an alert is issued. Put up shutters on windows and doors. Putting tape on windows serves no purpose.

TransportationBe sure your car is fully operational. Check and fill tires, and keep the gas tank full as gas pumps won’t work without electricity.

GeneratorsGenerators must never be used indoors, in at-tached garages or next to air-intake windows because they emit carbon monoxide, a deadly colorless, odorless and tasteless poison gas. Use only in a well-ventilated, dry area outside the home. Check instructions issued with your generator as to its capacity to power applianc-es. Do not store fuel indoors. Never refuel a generator while it is operating; allow it to cool down before refueling. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby. When operating a fire extinguisher, al-ways point it at the base of the flames, not at the flame itself.

The main objective of mobile home residents is to seek shelter elsewhere if a hurricane or tornado warning has been given. Follow the preparation instructions for regular housing. Disconnect your electric, gas, sewer and water lines. Leave your water faucets open so they can drain. Check your tie-downs. Mobile homes are extremely vulnerable to strong winds. If your mobile home does not have tie-downs, get them installed immediately.

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After The HurricaneAssemble a list of important phone numbers, including an out-of-town contact to which all family members can report; make sure every-one is aware of this contact number. Make a “survival box” with copies of important papers (auto registration, licenses, address book, insurance policies and the phone number of your agent), medicines and a seven-day sup-ply of cash (ATM machines won’t work without electricity).

Don’t go outside until the all-clear is given. Downed power lines are common; high water can conceal potholes, lakes and canal edges.

Stay IndoorsStay indoors. Hurricanes are circular storms with a calm hole in the center, known as the eye. Winds in the approaching storm blow from one direction. As the eye passes over, the winds then blow from the opposite direction. Wind and rain may stop for as little as a few minutes or as long as a half hour or more as the eye passes over. The “backside” winds are frequent-ly of greater force than before.

If the electricity goes off, use flashlights instead of candles or kerosene lamps when possible. Never use a barbecue grill indoors, and be care-ful with cooking flames. Use your telephone for emergencies only. Continue to conserve refrig-eration; open the refrigerator/freezer door as little as possible. Continue to listen to radio or television for updates. Be aware that informa-tion about Okeechobee is infrequent on coastal stations.

Local information is best found on 100.9 WOKC FM or 1570 WOKC AM and (Spanish) WAFC FM 106.1. Locate and mark these on your radio dial for quick reference. Remain indoors until the official all-clear is given.

After the hurricane has passed and it’s safe to go outside, don’t touch loose or dangling wires. Don’t step in pools of water where such wires may be grounded. Don’t touch trees in contact with downed power lines. Stay away from areas that have been hit hard by the storm; sightse-ers are an interference for rescue workers. In-ventory damage to your own property. Report fallen wires and broken water and gas lines to the proper authorities.

For water, call the Okeechobee Utility Authority at (863) 763-9460; For electric, call FPL at (800) 226-3545.

For gas, call Central Gas at (863) 763-3915, Ferrellgas at (863) 763-7557 or Glades Gas at (863) 763-2114.

Awareness after the fact can be disastrous to homeowners who have been neglectful in keep-ing their insurance policies up to date.

An insurance policy is a contract, and as such can appear very intimidating and even over-whelming. An insurance agent professional is the best person to look to for confirmation that your policy will do for you what you expect it to do. Are your property limits at the right dollar amount? Have you carefully considered flood coverage, remembering we live next door to an existent dike hazard? Did you know that bind-ing policies, or changes, cease when a storm enters a geographic box?

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If you must evacuate or choose to go to a shel-ter, take with you identification and insurance papers, chairs, blankets, food, snacks and wa-ter, medical supplies, games for the children, change of clothes, flashlight, infant needs and your “survival kit” (see “personal protection,” page 17). Do not bring pets, alcoholic bever-ages, tobacco products, weapons or valuables to a shelter.

Decide on and drive by a shelter well in advance of a storm so you will be familiar with its loca-tion. Shelter space is often limited, so have a second site in mind in case the one you plan to use fills. If you are disabled or have a serious medical condition, you are eligible for special help, including transportation to a shelter.

In the event you cannot remain in your home during a storm, several local motels accept ani-mals. Because of limited availability, it is neces-sary to call ahead and reserve space. Don’t wait until the last minute. Each has a pet charge or deposit. The following are pet-friendly motels:

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However, prior to the storm you must make arrangements with the Okeechobee County Health Department by calling (863) 462-5819. Let a friend or relative know which shelter you will be using. Pets will not be allowed in the shelter. Many of the school district facilities are used as shelters. It is expected that those go-ing to a shelter bring enough food and water for three days along with appropriate bedding. Depending on the duration of the storm and availability of food, snacks may be provided by the school food service only while supplies last.

The shelter is not a motel or a restaurant; the shelter is a lifeboat. See a listing of pet-friendly motels on this page.

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Everglades Elementary School3725 SE Eighth St., capacity 700

Seminole Elementary School2690 NW 42nd Ave., capacity 700

Freshman Center Auditorium610 SW Second Ave., capacity 660

New Endeavor High School575 SW 29th St., capacity 500

American Legion Post 64501 SE Second St., capacity 200

First Baptist Church401 SW Fourth St., capacity 65

Fort Drum Community Church32415 U.S. Hwy. 441N., capacity 80

Sacred Heart Catholic Church701 SW Sixth St., capacity 500

Okeechobee Health Department1728 NW Ninth Ave., capacity 50 (medical needs shelter)

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