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Everyone
needs to prepare for hurricane season, but shopping for hurricane
supplies can be expensive and strenuous. Shopping for items
a little at a time before a storm can reduce the stress of recovery
by avoiding long lines and empty shelves.
The
Escambia County Public Safety Department and Office of Public
Information and Communications is asking local media to help
with getting the message out to the public- Get a head start
and be prepared!
Centered
on an 11-week shopping list that is distributed free to the
public at local stores, this on-line media kit has all the tools
needed to help the public get ready for the upcoming hurricane
season. Beginning May 1, each week is centered around a theme
– food storage, health and first aid, cleaning supplies, medications,
common tools, heavy tools, special items, smart supplies, helpful
supplies and every day safety. The items listed can be purchased
for as low as $15 per week making storm preparation shopping
affordable for most households.
Media
outlets are welcome to use the information as best fits your
needs. When possible, we do ask the media to focus on the theme
of the week in order to keep the message consistent to the public.
On-air interviews
with county staff are available. Please call 595-3476 to schedule.
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