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The state Division of Forestry is conducting a week-long control burn of about 2,000 acres in the Wiregrass area of Pasco County near the Hillsborough...
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As the 2010 Census begins to ramp up, so, too, are scammers looking to glean information or even enter your home....
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The Carrollwood Cultural Center has a full lineup of entertainment and workshops for October beginning with a treat for the kids on Sunday. The Play'n...
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The Wimauma Community Collection Center will no longer operate after Wednesday and residents who have left solid...
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County officials are gearing up for next year's census count and Monday will start the process of educating the public on what to do. The outreach...
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Are you still hunting for that perfect peach or plum? Hillsborough County has a pair of directories that may help. The directories detail not only...
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If you've wanted to dig into Florida-friendly landscaping, a free workshop may help you put your right foot forward. The Hillsborough County...
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Far from the boisterous venues of previous public hearings, the Hillsborough County Commissioners are zeroing in on...
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For students entering a Florida school for the first time, Hillsborough County Health & Social Services is...
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With the first day of school quickly approaching, Hillsborough County has released bus schedules for students. Hoping to head off last year's...
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- Cover nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing and dispose of tissue into trash after use.
- Wash hands often with soap and water, especially after coughing or sneezing. Alcohol-based hand cleaners also are effective.
- Prevent the spread of germs by not touching eyes, nose or mouth.
- Call health care providers or health department before seeking care for influenza-like illness.
- Limit close contact with sick people.
- Stay home from work or school when ill and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
- Have at least one gallon of water daily per person for up to seven days.
- Have enough food at least enough for up to seven days.
- Include non-perishable packaged or canned food such as juices and snack foods.
- Make sure you have special foods for infants and the elderly.
- Have a manual can opener, cooking tools and fuel; paper plates and plastic utensils.
- Take blankets, pillows, etc., along with raingear and sturdy shoes.
- Take first Aid kit, medicines and prescription drugs.
- Have moisture wipes, toothpaste, hygiene items on hand.
- Obtain a good flashlight with plenty of batteries and battery-operated radio.
- Take plenty of cash as banks and ATMs may be knocked out of service.
- Take along in a secure waterproof container for insurance, medical records, bank numbers, Social Security card, etc.
- Keep a set of tools with you in your vehicle and make sure you keep the gas tank(s) fuel before the storm arrives.
- Keep the pets protected with plenty of food; a carrier cage; muzzle and leash and identification and medical/shot records.
- Take along toys, books and games to pass the time.
- Open your home to friends, co-workers or relatives who may need shelter.
- Designate clean containers for storing water: a minimum of three gallons per person a day for several days.
- Have a week's supply of non-perishable food and don't forget a non-electric can opener.
- Check emergency supplies: A two-week supply of medicines, special dietary foods, portable radio with batteries, flashlights & batteries, automatic wea
- If you lose power, turn off major appliances as they will cause a power surge on restart where it could cause damage to appliances or circuit breaker.
- Stay inside away from windows, skylights or glass doors.
- Don't be fooled by the storm's calm.
- Should flooding threaten your home be sure to turn off electricity at the main breaker.
- Leave early as the roads will be very busy during evacuations.
- Pack what you will need
- Turn off electricity, gas, appliances & water
- Take important papers with you — ID with your local address and insurance data.
- Contact friends & relatives: Let them know where you are going.
- Elevate furniture, TV's, computers and other electrical devices.
- Be sure to lock your windows and doors.
- Stay with friends, relatives or at a public shelter not too far away from your home.
