Hurricane Evacuation (problems/solutions)

[scooterbug44]

Isn't there a law governing your rights in this matter?

I know they close schools at a specifically stated point and thought "non-essential" businesses were also included in a similar rule.

I've only worked for small local companies who were good about it, so I don't know.

 

[yippie]

Isn't there a law governing your rights in this matter?

I know they close schools at a specifically stated point and thought "non-essential" businesses were also included in a similar rule.

I've only worked for small local companies who were good about it, so I don't know.

The only law I can think of is the law stating they cannot make you leave your home, even during a mandatory evacuaion. I can't think of any employment type law.

 

[Smiling JOe]

I would suggest printing a copy out and placing it in your rental or vacation home (or, primary home if you live here), because it is likely that the County's website will be bogged down if a major storm threatens.

You don't have to go to the library to find the evacution preparedness information. It is available on Walton County's website. Go under the "HOME" menu, then "HURRICANE INFORMATION."

Hurricane Plan

Evacuation Information

Emergency Contact Information (for hurricanes)


Walton County's Hurricane Brochure (pdf).


Here is a link for WalCo's "Approved Risk Centers" (storm shelters). Remember, pets are not allowed at storm shelters.





On a similar note, Ken Little seems to be very interested in trying to get citizens and tourists, accurate and timely information regarding public interests, such as hurricane preparedness. In the past, I never saw the County really trying to reach out to the public with information. Thanks for the hard work, Ken! Keep on moving ahead with your work!

 

[greenroomsurfer]

Sj ya know were I live high off the ground lots of forrest ,generator, well ,septic, ice machine, lots of beer, so whats a little wind. hurricane party. Come one we practice every sunday don't we!!!!

 

[Smiling JOe]

Here is a great link from FLASH (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes), covering everything from how to build a safer home, to how to board up your home for a storm. Very valuable information tool.

 

[greenroomsurfer]

Doesn't matter how well built your house is, It matter's how well the person close to you built theirs. So when all the debris comes off there house and goes through yours. Let's not forget all the condo's. With all the wind accelerating around that condo it will destroy everything 4 to 5 blocks in the surrounding area. Ever been to the big city and walk around the corner on a windy day and get blown off your feet?