When a Hurricane watch is announced for Your Area, you should prepare for the impending storm. A Hurricane Watch for the area is usually issued when a Condition 3 has developed. A Condition 3 means a situation is developing that could be a threat to Harris County in approximately 32-48 hours.

Consideration should be given to:

• Check TV or radio often for official bulletins and times for evacuations.
  
• Fill your vehicles with fuel.
  
• Stock up on none perishable food.
  
• Check medical supplies, also special medicines and drugs.
  
• Check radio and flashlight batteries.
  
• Secure lawn furniture and other loose material outdoors.
  
• Tape, board, or shutter windows to prevent shattering.
  
• Wedge sliding glass doors to prevent lifting from their tracks.
  
• Board up garage and porch doors.
  
• Bring in pets.
  
• Fill containers (bathtub) with several days supply of drinking water.
  
• Charge cell phones.
  
• If leaving the home, turn off water, electricity and gas.
  
• Drive carefully and travel during the day if possible.
  
• Travel light, taking small valuables and papers.
  
• Remove enough cash for several days in case power is out for a period of time.

For more information go to www.hcoem.org