2022 Hurricane Plan Be safe – Not sorry!

Storm Definitions

Hurricane Season

The sixth month period from June 1st to November 30th

Advisory

The National Weather Service message giving the storm location, intensity, movement, and precaution
to be taken.

Tropical Storm

A tropical weather system characterized by constant wind speeds between 39 and 73 mph,
usually accompanied by rain, thunder or lightning.

Hurricane

A tropical weather system characterized by pronounced rotary circulation with a constant minimum
wind speed of 74 mph, usually accompanied by rain, thunder or lighting.

Tropical Storm Watch

Tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39-73 mph) are possible within the
specified coastal area within 48 hours.

Tropical Storm Warning

Tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39-73 mph) are expected within the
specified coastal area within 48 hours.

Hurricane Watch

Hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are possible somewhere within
the specified coastal area within 48 hours.

Hurricane Warning

Hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected somewhere
within the specified coastal area within 36 hours.

Hurricane Landfall

The point and time during which the eye of the hurricane passes over the shore line.
After passage of the calm eye, hurricane winds begin again with the same intensity as before
but from the opposite direction.

Mandatory Evacuation

As ordered by Broward County. Must leave the property to find a Red Cross
Evacuation Shelter or a location away from the hurricane’s path.

Safe Return

As ordered by Broward County. It is safe to return to the property.

Our Hurricane Plan is tied directly to the above definitions and announcements. The actions defined in the PLAN
will take place automatically once the above storm categories are announced.

Owners Responsibilities

All residents are encouraged to monitor local broadcasts and follow instructions for evacuations
to ensure their personal safety. Minimal services will be available in the building during an evacuation.
Additionally, no public emergency services will be available once the evacuation order is given. Stay safe!

For additional information, please contact the Broward County Hurricane hotline at
954-831-4000, the Miami Dade Hurricane Line at 311 or the Palm Beach Division of
Emergency Management at 561-712-6400.

Unit Owner Hurricane Preparation

Pre-Storm To Do List

• Stock up on food
• Fill drug prescriptions
• Fill cars with gas
• Charge cell phones
• Back up computers and electronic data
• Charge cordless tools
• Take photos property and belongings
• Gather important papers
• Find evacuation route
• Reserve hotel room away from storm in the case of an evacuation

Hurricane Supplies

• Water (at least one gallon per person day)
• Food
• Non-perishable packaged or canned food/ juices
• Snack foods
• Non-electric can opener
• Cooking tools/ fuel
• Paper plates/plastic utensils
• Blankets/Pillows
• Clothing
• Rain gear
• Sturdy shoes
• First Aid Kit/Medicines/ Prescriptions Drugs
• Special Items for elderly
• Toiletries/Hygiene items/ Moisture wipes
• Flashlight
• Batteries
• Radio (battery operated)
• Telephones

Important Documents (in a waterproof container)

• Insurance
• Medical records
• Bank account numbers
• Identification

Evacuation

Before Leaving Your Home

• Tell someone when you leave the property
• Close your shutters and secure the property
• Take all items off of your balcony
• Fill your bathtub with water so that you have water available for flushing toilets
• Turn off your water
• Turn off the electricity at the fuse box to prevent a fire
• Take photos of the property to facilitate damage assessment and expedite damage claims

Supplies to Take

• First Aid Kit
• High energy foods
• 2 week supply of special foods
• 2 week supply of medication
• Ready to eat canned foods
• Manual can opener
• Flashlight
• Vitamins
• Extra batteries
• Paper plates
• 1 gallon of water person per day
• Cash or Travelers checks
• Rain gear
• Plastic bags
• Personal hygiene items
• Pet food
• Toilet paper/towelettes
• Soap or liquid detergent
• Heavy gloves
• Diapers
• Sturdy shoes
• Rain gear
• Change of clothes
• Insurance papers
• Portable papers
• Change of clothes

Communication

Once a tropical storm/ hurricane is identified, the property manager will communicate with the residents by posting
updates, as well as sending e-mails to residents who have provided their e-mail address and posting information on your
community’s website.

Staffing

Property management staff will prepare the property as defined in the plan during each phase of the Hurricane notice.
They will ready the property and sensitive equipment prior to their departure.

Water

Fill your bathtubs with water so you have water available for flushing Toilets.

Hurricane Outline

Watch

A hurricane watch has been issued by the National Hurricane center. Please take necessary precautions to prepare your
apartment. If you are not in residence make arrangements to have your shutters closed. The recreation area is open for
limited use only. Information will be updated as it becomes available.

Warning

(Date/Time) A hurricane warning has been issued by the National Hurricane center. At this time the property is being
secured. Information will be updated as it becomes available.

Evacuation

A mandatory evacuation has been issued for your area.. Please be aware that: Residents are ordered to evacuate the
property. Access to your building may be limited. All of the staff has evacuated the property and will not return until official
sources re-open. Check back after the storm for updates on the property and Utilities.

Key Contacts

Emergency Contact Information

If you don’t already have an emergency plan, go to www.floridadisaters.org. There, you can go through a prompted Q&A
and in about 10 minutes, complete a plan appropriate for your family. Websites for the Sun-Sentinel, www.sunsentinel.com and our local TV stations, www.local10.com and www.wsvn.com, are filled with helpful planning tips for your home.