Hurricane Season is fast approaching so with that in mind we have developed a checklist to help our owners/ residents prepare. Don’t wait until a hurricane watch/ warning is issued; start getting prepared now!
I. During Hurricane Season:
 Check your homeowners and/or boat insurance carefully to see what you will need to do to file a claim.
 Learn safe routes inland and plan where you would evacuate to.
 Inventory property….with video if possible. Determine what will need to be removed from patios and/or condo. Write down serial numbers for appliances, computer equipment, etc.
 Keep all legal documents such as registration, insurance policies, rental agreements in one secure, moveable container.
 Stock first aid kit, batteries, radio, non-perishable food, etc.
 Make sure emergency contact information is current and on file with Spooner’s Creek office.
II. When Hurricane Watch is Issued:
 Review/ test condition of emergency equipment; ie. First aid kits, flashlights, radios, generators, etc
 Remove ALL patio furniture from condo balconies.
 Complete stocking of emergency supplies:
* Flashlights *Battery operated radio *First Aid Kit *Non-perishable food
* Eating Utensils *Manual Can Opener * WATER- 1 gallon per person per day
* Medicine
* Ice
* Pet food * Insect repellant * Extra garbage bags

Fuel car and generator.

Be sure all windows and doors are securely closed and locked.

Remove items from refrigerator/ freezer- power will likely go off.
 Have enough cash for 4-5 days
III. When Hurricane Warning Issued:
If you are evacuating:
 Plan to leave early!
 Notify site manager you are leaving and provide temporary contact information.

Turn off water to condo.


Disconnect electrical appliances, except for refrigerator.

Empty refrigerator of perishable items- expect to lose electricity!
 Bring all medications and special medical devices.

Pack personal hygiene items, ie, soap, washcloths, towels, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, first aid kit
 Take all important legal documents with you (insurance policies, proof of residence, property inventory, etc.)

Extra pillows and bedding.

Plan for enough supplies to last each family member 5 days.
If you are staying in your Condo:
 Purchase all necessary emergency supplies.

Fill bathtubs with water to enable you to flush toilets and purchase bottled water for drinking.
 Charge cellular phones.

Have plenty of canned food with manual can-opener.

Make sure you have enough supply of prescription medications.

Have supplies of extra batteries.
 EXPECT TO LOSE POWER- Have flashlights close by.

Make sure to know routes to stairs- elevators will be shut down before the storm.

Fill a cooler with ice. You may want to consider purchasing dry ice for freezers and refrigerators in case of extended power loss.
IV. After the Storm passes:
 Don’t leave building until officials say it is safe to do so.

Inspect unit for damage.
 Don’t call police or emergency officials unless you have a life threatening emergency.
 Follow curfews if they are put in place.

Avoid driving as much as possible to leave roads open for utility and emergency crews.
 Take pictures of any damage to your unit and report claims to insurance company.