Storm Safety Tips

Planning for a severe storm will make it easier for you and your family to remain comfortable and safe. Below are some helpful tips about what to do before, during and after a number of different types of weather emergencies.

Weather Emergencies
Hurricanes Hurricanes
What if a major storm hits Long Island? Are you ready? 		Be Ready For Anything! Ready For Anything!
What would you do if basic services, such as electricity were cut off?
     
Heat Storms Heat Storms
Plan ahead for extreme heat. Protect yourself from heat exhaustion!		 Wind Storms Wind Storms
High winds can cause flying debris, downed trees and power lines.
     
Lightning Storms Lightning Storms
April marks the beginning of lightning storm season.		 Winter Storms Winter Storms
Planning for a storm makes it easier to remain comfortable and safe.
     

Additional Tips
Seniors and Electric Safety Power Outage Information
A power outage occurs anytime there is a loss of electricity.		 Appliance Guide Food and Power Outages
How do you save your food when the power is out for long periods of time?
     
Protect Your Sensitive Home Electronics Protect Your Sensitive Electronics
Electronic equipment is extremely sensitive to power disturbances.

Home Generators
Generators should be used for emergency standby power ONLY.
     
Last Updated: 08/21/2008