Nassau County Offers Storm Prep Tips Ahead Of Tropical Storm Fay

NASSAU COUNTY, NY — Ahead of Tropical Storm Fay making landfall on Long Island on Friday, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran offered storm preparation tips for residents, so they can keep themselves and their families safe.

Tropical Storm Fay is expected to bring heavy rains and high winds to Long Island. The National Weather Service says there could be up to four inches of rain, winds gusting up to 50 miles per hour, and there is also the possibility of isolated tornadoes.

Nassau County’s Office of Emergency Management is monitoring the situation and in contact with local municipalities, the Nassau County Police Department, Fire Marshal, PSEG-LI, National Grid, Red Cross, NICE Bus and others to coordinate efforts in the case of a severe weather emergency.

The county offered these tips for residents to help them prepare for the storm:

• Create an emergency preparedness kit with food and water, batteries and other basic supplies for each family member to last at least three days. Remember to include essential medications, copies of important documents and special items for children and pets. For a checklist of what to include visit: www.NassauCountyNY.gov/HurricanePreparedness.
• If you are in a flood zone, know your evacuation route and create a plan with your family.
• Keep a list of emergency phone numbers.
• Plan what to do in case you are separated from your family during an emergency and what to do if you must evacuate.
• Check on any elderly or disabled neighbors.
• Make sure all leaks and repairs are secure on your home.
• Remove any loose items from your yard.