01:12 AM CDT on Wednesday, September 10, 2003

• Discuss hazards that could affect your family. Is your home vulnerable to storm surge, flooding and wind?

• Locate a safe room. The safest areas may be within your community.

• Determine escape routes and places to meet.

• Have an out-of-state friend as a family contact, so they will all call the same person.

• Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones. Check your insurance coverage - flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance.

• Stock non-perishable supplies and a Disaster Supply Kit.