Hurricane Season is here and 96.1 The Island wants you to be ready!  Below are information and links for things you can do now to be ready if a hurricane comes to our area.  CLICK HERE for a complete list of important area phone numbers and websites.  If a hurricane does affect the area this year 96.1 The Island will keep you updated with all of the latest information.

CLICK HERE for the US Government's full hurricane preparedness guide

Basic Emergency Supply Kit (be sure to have food, water and supplies for at least 72 hours):

• Water - one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation

• Food - at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food

• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert

• Flashlight

• First aid kit

• Extra batteries

• Whistle to signal for help

• Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place

• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities

• Manual can opener for food

• Local maps

• Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

CLICK HERE to download the recommended supply list

Additional Emergency Supplies

• Prescription medications

• Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives

• Glasses and contact lense solution

• Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream

• Pet food and extra water for your pet

• Cash or traveler's checks

• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container

• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person

• Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes

• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper to disinfect water

• Fire extinguisher

• Matches in a waterproof container

• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items

• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils

• Paper and pencil

• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children