When preparing for a hurricane, focus on stocking non-perishable, ready-to-eat foods in single-serving cans, like soups.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, peaking in August through October, and Florida is a bull’s-eye for hurricanes.

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If you are new to the Sunshine State, here are nine important tips to know about living through a hurricane.

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Floridians know that when a hurricane is potentially hitting the Sunshine State, it’s best to be ready days before.

Decide whether you are staying home or if you need to evacuate. Coastal locations are prone to mandatory evacuation, so be ready to leave at moment’s notice.

Just because you are inland doesn’t mean you won’t be told to evacuate. The orders to evacuate are issued based on historical flood maps and the strength of the storm.

If you are in a mobile home, leave. Mobile homes can sustain severe damage even during weaker storms.

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2. EVACUATION PREPAREDNESS: FIND SHELTER, EVACUATION ROUTE:

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3. SHELTERING IN PLACE: WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE STAYING HOME:

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Devise a family communication plan. It can be difficult to keep in touch with family members during a storm.

Whether you are staying at home or evacuating, make sure you let someone know where you are or where you are going, such as an out-of-state family or friend.

Here’s a checklist to help put together a communication plan: http://bit.ly/2zsISeC

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6. FINANCIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT RECORDS:

Get financial records organized. Need help? Use this checklist: http://bit.ly/2HJjcyX

7. MAKE AN INVENTORY OF YOUR BELONGINGS:

Here’s a link to tips on creating a home inventory to help with insurance claims: http://bit.ly/30GcLE6

This hurricane insurance guide explains storm coverage and helps you determine if the insurance you have is adequate: http://bit.ly/2L2x1uk

9. PUT TOGETHER A SURVIVAL KIT :

Checklist of supplies: Provided by FEMA | Red Cross

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