📢 Hurricane Announcement:
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Out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our employees, we have decided to close the office due to weather conditions starting ______. Should you have any inquiries during the storm, we expect to be available through normal channels as we can work remotely.
If you have trouble reaching us due to power outages and need to access your account for information or to request transactions, you can log in to your account below or contact Charles Schwab at 800-435-4000.
As of now, we plan to resume normal operations on _____. Thank you for your continued partnership, stay safe!
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Our fellow Florida Residents should closely monitor the storm’s path and prepare.
Important Terms to Know
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Tropical Storm Watch: Tropical storm conditions are possible in the area.
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Hurricane Watch: Hurricane conditions are possible in the area.
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Watches are issued 48 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical storm force winds.
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Tropical Storm Warning: Tropical storm conditions are expected in the area.
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Hurricane Warning: Hurricane conditions are expected in the area.
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Warnings are issued 36 hours in advance of tropical storm force winds.
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Storm Surge: An often underestimated and deadly result of ocean water swelling as a result of a landfalling storm, and quickly flooding coastal and sometimes areas further inland.
Some Recommended Preparations
Items:
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Non-perishable food (enough to last at least 3 days)
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Water (enough to last at least 3 days)
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First-aid kit (include any prescription medication you may need)
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Personal hygiene items and sanitation items
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Flashlights (have extra batteries on hand)
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Battery-operated radio (have extra batteries)
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Waterproof container with cash and important documents
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Manual can opener
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Lighter or matches
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Special needs items: pet supplies and baby supplies if applicable
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Cooler and ice packs
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A plan for evacuation and for if family members are separated
Securing Your Home:
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Cover all of your windows, either with hurricane shutters or wood.
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Although tape can prevent glass from shattering everywhere, be warned that tape does not prevent the window from breaking.
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If possible, secure straps or clips to securely fasten your roof to the structure of your home.
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Make sure all trees and shrubs are trimmed and clear rain gutters.
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Reinforce or lock your garage doors.
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Bring in all outdoor furniture, plants, garbage cans, decorations, and anything else that is not tied down.
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If winds become strong, stay away from windows and doors and close, secure, and brace internal doors.