What Do I Need

New Gadgets to protect your home

Suzanne Ulbrich

Storm protection has evolved almost as much as storm prediction over the years. Here's some of the latest items designed to keep you, your family and your property as safe as possible. Window protection Translucent fabric storm panels and pull... Full story

Glossary of Terms and Categories

A glossary of hurricane-related terms used by the National Weather Service and The National Hurricane Center: Hurricane watch: Issued when there is a threat of hurricane conditions within 36 hours. Hurricane warning: When sustained winds of 74... Full story

Online info

You no longer have to wait for TV or radio updates to follow the progress of a tropical weather system. An abundance of information about hurricanes and their development can be found on the Internet. One of the best places to start is the... Full story

At Your Service

The following are numbers that people might find helpful in the event of a hurricane.

Shelters Shelter guidelines vary by county, and only certain shelters will be able to accommodate individuals with special needs. Other shelters will be designated to accommodate animals. In counties within The Freedom ENC coverage area, opening... Full story

Storm Essentials

Families should be prepared to go at least 96 hours without electricity or water. Onslow County Emergency Management Department and the American Red Cross suggest that every family keep and emergency disaster kit prepared at all times. Among the... Full story

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