GEMA shares what you can do to prepare ahead of Hurricane Idalia impacts

Published: Aug. 29, 2023 at 5:21 PM EDT
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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - WTOC’s Simone McKenny spoke with Lisa Rodriguez-Presley from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to learn more about how people can prepare for Hurricane Idalia.

Rodriguez-Presley recommends making a ready kit to have available during the storm. You will want to include the following items among others.

  • Water
  • Non-perishable food
  • Radio
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Local maps

Here is a link to the full list of the recommended items. For more information check out the full interview below.

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