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Text Box: Check supplies, especially drinking water (at least 5 gallons per person). Fuel vehicles and generators. Cover windows with plywood. Cover windows with plywood. Bring in ALL outdoor furniture, toys and tools. Moor any boats securely or move boats to a safe place. When a hurricane WARNING is issued and hurricane winds of 74 miles per hour or higher or dangerously high water is expected within 24 hours in this area, you should: Continue to monitor local TV and radio stations for instructions. Move out of low-lying areas early at the request of officials. Check tie-downs if living in a mobile home. Leave immediately. If living on high ground and plan to stay, secure the building, windows, and garage doors. Follow all procedures listed above. Fill bathtubs and all available containers with extra water. Turn off utilities, if requested. Stay away from windows, doors and openings.