My Personal Hurricane Prep List

We've begun hurricane preparations for a named storm.  If this storm continues on its path, our area, Brevard County will be affected.   We will want to begin working on our checklist as soon as possible.  We normally have several days to prepare but are ready when the winds pick up and the rain starts.  Our list is not conclusive but this is how we prep for our household.

July - Beginning of August:
Trim trees and limbs
Make sure dirt and sand, clumps of grass are pulled away from the house
Clear rain gutters of leaves & debris
Shop for canned goods / powdered milk / start grocery list of non-perishables
Begin depleting freezer meats - use caution in overstocking the freezer

Named storm - Our area in the path
Pick up all debris around the yard / ensure trash pick up of yard debris before the storm if cutting limbs
Fill extra gas cans for the vehicles and generator
Fill propane tanks for cooking on the grill

Buy bottled water and one gallon containers - You can also fill one gallon container and freeze.  Do this early!
Check & start generator
Prepare hurricane shutters or plywood for installation / roll down shutters or impact glass is best!
Ensure we have tarps, bungee cords, ropes, duct tape handy
Buy batteries for flashlights / make sure the flashlights work!
Gather candles / Bic Lighters / Matches 
Rx's filled - put in plastic ziplock bag
Make sure enough do or/cat food / Pet's Rx filled
Tools handy to include shovel, hammer, nails / rake, chain saw, ropes, etc.
Make sure all important documents all in one place - homeowner's insurance / place in a Zipoc bag or in a waterproof safe

Cash on hand at least $1000 in waterproof safe
Extra house keys, car keys placed in waterproof bag or safe

We have two portable gas burners & butane for cooking from Amazon. GAS ONE NEW 10,000 BTU https://a.co/d/hLcis6T

1-3 days before the storm impacts

Mow the lawn if needed as it may be too wet as the rain approaches and or flooding occurs
Install hurricane shutters or window coverings within 48 hours normally
Shop for non-perishables / paper goods: paper plates, disposable utensils, cups, paper towels
Cook any meats ready to eat in a few days - We always fry chicken!
Place generator in garage with extension cord and gas can
Put chain saw in garage / make sure we have Trufuel
Fill or top off all vehices with gas
Move cars away from trees or place in garage
Obtain free sandbags from the county or purchase bags of play sand from Home Depot or Lowes
Bring in patio furniture / plants, outside decor that could blow away
Do laundry if needed.  You may not have electricity after the storm. I wash sheets & towels too.
Have dry towels ready
Have NOAA weather radio ready
Bring in trash cans - or store in shed /garage
Cooler ready with ice
First Aid kit ready
Make sure we have bug repellant / sunscreen / liquid soap in hurricane kit
Locate phone chargers / phones & laptops charged
Charge drill batteries
Lower water level in pool to 6-8 inches - Do not drain!

Now is a good time to get out the board games, playing cards and select books for reading.

We bake cookies before the storm and have some comfort foods on hand.
PRAY!