Which action is part of the hurricane alert checklist?

• A. Secure all windows above the first floor
• B. Locate and fill all water containers
• C. Top off LP tanks
• D. Contact logistical support for delivery of pre packaged rescue supplies

Answer: (B)

Preparing for a hurricane alert centers on securing supplies you will rely on if services are disrupted. Water is the most critical resource, because a storm can interrupt piped water and power for days. Locating all water containers and filling them ensures you have safe drinking water, cooking water, and sanitation options immediately after the storm, reducing the need to improvise under stress. Use clean, food-grade containers, label and date them, and store them in a cool, dark place. Plan for at least a gallon per person per day for drinking and basic needs, and rotate the supply periodically to keep it fresh.

Other options touch on good preparedness practices, but they don’t address the immediate, essential resource you’ll rely on during outages as directly as securing water does.