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Expert gives tips for National Safety Month

June marks National Safety Month, and to make sure residents are prepared for whenever the next hurricane hits, News 12 sat down with a member of the Red Cross Disaster Relief team. Lipica Shah, a

News 12 Staff

Jun 20, 2015, 9:30 PM

Updated 3,527 days ago

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June marks National Safety Month, and to make sure residents are prepared for whenever the next hurricane hits, News 12 sat down with a member of the Red Cross Disaster Relief team.
Lipica Shah, a preparedness health and safety instructor, says the three rules for emergency preparedness are get a supply kit, make a plan and keep informed.
She says a good supply kit has everything from flashlights and first aid items to food and water.
Shah says everyone in the household should also have a plan for evacuation in the event of a hurricane or blizzard.