Hurricane Conditions
HURCON 4: Alert phase
Hurricane Condition 4 is declared by the 436th Airlift Wing commander when the forecast calls for the arrival of a tropical storm with 50-knot (58 mph) sustained winds or greater is possible within 72 hours. Stock up emergency supplies. Copy important papers and phone numbers; store in storm-proof place. Individuals evacuating should decide now where to go.
HURCON 3: Preparation Phase
Hurricane Condition 3 is declared by the 436th Airlift Wing commander when the forecast calls for the arrival of a tropical storm with 50-knot (58 mph) sustained winds or greater is possible within 48 hours. Monitor storm reports on local radio and television stations. Bring in lawn furniture, trash cans, potted plants and other loose objects. Individuals planning to evacuate should know the route they will take and consider leaving before an evacuation order is issued.
HURCON 2: Final Preparation Phase
Hurricane Condition 2 is declared by the 436th Airlift Wing commander when the forecast calls for the arrival of a tropical storm with 50-knot (58 mph) sustained winds or greater is possible within 24 hours. Adhere to evacuation orders if provided. Listen constantly to storm reports and board windows and glass doors. Turn refrigerator and freezer to their highest setting; freeze water in jugs. Fill sinks and tubs with water for bathing and sanitary purposes. Residents on high ground away from beaches should consider riding out the storm.
HURCON 1: Secure Phase
Hurricane Condition 1 is declared by the 436th Airlift Wing commander when the forecast calls for the arrival of a tropical storm with 50-knot (58 mph) sustained winds or greater is possible within 12 hours. All preparations should be complete. If necessary, evacuation orders should be followed. Remain indoors if riding out the storm.
Natural Disaster Center
Be Ready
Delaware Emergency Management Agency
(http://www.dema.delaware.gov/)
Prepare Delaware
(
http://www.preparede.org/)
National Weather Service
(http://www.weather.gov/)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
(http://www.fema.gov/)
Ready.gov
(
http://www.ready.gov/)
Hurricane Readiness
National Hurricane Center
(
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/)
FEMA Hurricane Information
(http://www.ready.gov/hurricanes)
FEMA Disaster Supply Kit
(http://www.ready.gov/basic-disaster-supplies-kit)
FEMA Emergency Plan
(http://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/FamEmePlan_2012.pdf)
DEMA Hurricane Sandy News Releases
(
http://dema.delaware.gov/)
DEMA Hurricane Prepardness
(
http://dema.delaware.gov/disprep/hurricanes.pdf)
Delmarva American Red Cross
(http://www.redcrossdelmarva.org/)
Pet Plan
(http://www.ready.gov/caring-animals)
Pet Friendly Lodging
(http://www.petswelcome.com/)
Dover AFB Facebook
(http://www.facebook.com/436AirliftWing)
Dover AFB Emergency Preparedness Guide
(
http://www.512aw.afrc.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-121026-081.pdf)
