Living on the Gulf Coast means enjoying beautiful beaches, bays, and waterways. It also means being prepared when hurricane season arrives. Use this guide to prepare your family, home, pets, and property before a storm threatens Baldwin County.

 
Hurricane Supply Checklist
Water & Food
☐ One gallon of water per person per day for at least 7 days

☐ Water for pets

☐ Nonperishable foods

☐ Manual can opener

☐ Paper plates, cups, and utensils

☐ Cooler and ice

☐ Infant formula and baby food if needed

 
Health & Medical
☐ Prescription medications (minimum 14 day supply)

☐ First aid kit

☐ Pain relievers

☐ Thermometer

☐ Hand sanitizer

☐ Personal hygiene items

☐ Eyeglasses and contact supplies

☐ Medical equipment batteries

 
Electronics & Power
☐ Fully charged power banks

☐ Flashlights

☐ Extra batteries

☐ Portable weather radio

☐ Generator fuel

☐ Extension cords

☐ Vehicle chargers

☐ Backup charging cables

 
Important Documents
*Store copies in a waterproof container and digitally in cloud storage.

☐ Driver's licenses

☐ Passports

☐ Insurance policies

☐ Property deeds

☐ Vehicle titles

☐ Medical records

☐ Birth certificates

☐ Emergency contact list

☐ Financial account information

 
Pet Preparedness
☐ Food and treats

☐ Water

☐ Leash and carrier

☐ Medications

☐ Vaccination records

☐ Pet ID tags

☐ Comfort items

☐ Waste bags and litter

 
Hurricane Preparation Checklist
72 Hours Before Storm
☐ Review evacuation plans

☐ Fuel vehicles

☐ Charge devices

☐ Refill medications

☐ Purchase supplies

☐ Secure important documents

☐ Photograph property and valuables

 
48 Hours Before Storm
☐ Bring in outdoor furniture

☐ Secure grills and decorations

☐ Trim loose branches if safe

☐ Test generator

☐ Fill bathtubs with water

☐ Freeze containers of water

☐ Charge all batteries

 
24 Hours Before Storm
☐ Complete final property photos

☐ Move valuables to higher locations

☐ Set refrigerator and freezer to coldest settings

☐ Close shutters

☐ Secure garage doors

☐ Verify emergency contacts

☐ Review evacuation routes

 
Take Photos Before The Storm
*One of the most important things you can do before a hurricane is document your property. Upload photos to cloud storage and keep copies available on your phone.

Photograph:

☐ Every room

☐ Furniture

☐ Appliances

☐ Electronics

☐ Jewelry and valuables

☐ Artwork

☐ Vehicles (Cars, RVs, Boats, Motorcycles)

☐ Exterior of the home

☐ Roof condition

☐ Landscaping

 
Baldwin County Storm Evacuation Planning
*Know your evacuation zone before a storm is approaching. Never

wait until evacuation traffic begins.

Prepare:

☐ Two evacuation routes

☐ Emergency destination

☐ Hotel options

☐ Family meeting location

☐ Pet friendly accommodations

☐ Full fuel tank

☐ Printed maps

 
What to Do During The Storm
☐ Stay indoors

☐ Stay away from windows

☐ Monitor local emergency alerts

☐ Keep phones charged

☐ Avoid floodwaters

☐ Use generators outdoors only

☐ Preserve battery life

☐ Check on family by text when possible

 
What to Do After The Storm
Safety First
☐ Watch for downed power lines

☐ Avoid standing water

☐ Check for gas leaks

☐ Wear protective footwear

☐ Inspect structures carefully

 
Insurance Storm Documentation
☐ Take photos of all damage

☐ Create a room by room inventory

☐ Save all receipts

☐ Contact insurance company

☐ Contact contractors carefully

☐ Beware of storm related scams

 
Helpful Baldwin County Hurricane Resources
Power Outage Reporting

Insurance Claim Tips

FEMA Assistance Information

Pet Preparedness Resources

Storm Recovery Resources

Local Emergency Management Information

 
Prepared for Baldwin County residents by Ashurst Niemeyer Real Estate and Level Property Management.