Cooper urges residents to prepare for hurricane season

As another hurricane season approaches, Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolina residents to be prepared for severe tropical weather.

The governor issued words of caution as part of Hurricane Preparedness Week. Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30.

Cooper released a statement saying that the best way to ensure readiness is to have a family emergency plan and kit. 

The plan should include an evacuation strategy that includes a meeting place as well as important phone numbers. Vital documents should be gathered and stored for quick access, and it’s recommended that you review your insurance policies. 

An emergency supply kit should include essentials such as non-perishable food and water, a first-aid kit, a weather radio and batteries, and prescription medications. Pet food and accessories should also be added. 

Home protection preparedness can include common-sense measures such as trimming trees, covering windows, and securing loose outdoor items. 

Cooper says in his statement that “small steps now can bring big relief for people trying to stay safe during a storm.”