Use Caution After Storms – Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 8, 2026 – May 9, 2026

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Date & Time:
May 8, 2026 – May 9, 2026
Hurricane Preparedness - Use Caution After Storms. If you evacuated, only return home when directed that it's safe to do so. Remain vigilant, as hazards remain: heat, downed power lines, floodwaters, and more. Clean up safely: don't push yourself, and check on neighbors. Only use generators outdoors, 20+ feet from your home. Prepare for the likelihood that help and communications may not be available.
(Image credit: NOAA’s National Weather Service)

Friday, May 8 — Use Caution After Storms

A key part of hurricane preparedness is understanding the dangers that remain well after a storm. This is NOT the time to put your guard down. Nearly half of hurricane fatalities occur after the storm.