CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — During today's public health briefing at City Hall, city-county leaders reminded everyone that now is the time to go over their hurricane checklist. Leaders pointed out that preparing for this year's hurricane season will be a different experience given the current pandemic.
As we closely watch a disturbance brew in the gulf, it's another reminder that hurricane season is here.
Nueces County Judge Barbara Canales is urging that now is the time to remain vigilant.
"Almost two months into hurricane season and when the weather is calm we tend to let our guard down," Canales said.
Canales reminded folks to stay up to date with the latest information by signing up for the city and county's Reverse Alert system. She also said folks should prepare by stocking up for three days worth of needs, but don't hoard.
"Non-perishables, first aid, prescriptions, pet supplies, flashlights and batteries and don't forget to charge all the electronics you might need," Canales said.
If there is a call to evacuate because of an approaching storm, Canales suggested putting together a go-to personal kit with items like hand sanitizer, face masks, wipes and soap. Also be sure to secure and make copies of personal documents and review your flood insurance policy.
"You want to familiarize yourself with routes, those of you who live on the island and Port Aransas and also shelter locations," Canales said.
The Center for Disease and Control Hurricane Preparedness has made recommendations during this pandemic.
- Take advantage of home delivery or curbside options when preparing your emergency food, water and medicine supplies.
- When checking on your neighbors and friends, be sure to follow social distancing guidelines.
- In the case of an evacuation, if you plan to stay with friends or family outside of your household talk to the people you plan to stay with about how to best protect yourselves from COVID-19.
- Continue to wash your hands, wear a face covering when around others before, during and after the storm.
Additional Highlights from Wednesday's press briefing:
- 105 tests in the county drive-thru testing today, 68 positives.
- 8 COVID related deaths, 502 new cases in Nueces County today. Here's a breakdown of cases in the Coastal Bend.
For the latest updates on coronavirus in the Coastal Bend, click here.
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