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Hurricane Related Videos

eSeries: Prepare to Survive

Time: 15 min.

Is a live 15-30 minute internet chat with a noted expert on hurricane preparedness, with citizen participation via the blog. Topics:

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	Hurricane Evacuation Changes	Time: 5 min.
	Every year we stock up on supplies like batteries, canned foods and water. Now, there are a few new items to consider. Watch to learn more. Emergency Management website

	Project Storm Story	Time: 27 min.
	Experience is the greatest teacher. Hear six first-hand accounts of hurricane survivors and learn just how devastating hurricanes can truly be. Emergency Management website

Busting Hurricane Myths

Time: 46 min.

Learn about commonly-held hurricane myths and why they are so dangerous.

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	Hurricanes for Kids	Time: 21 min.
	Hurricanes for Kids Hey, Kids! Do you want to learn all about hurricanes? Join Typhoon Tom and Stormy as they learn what these storms are all about! Emergency Management website

	Hurricane 101 - En Espanol	Time: 50 min.
	What is a hurricane? How do they form? What are their effects? Learn the Basics: Emergency Management website

	Getting Ready for Disaster	Time: 38 min.
	Do you have a hurricane plan? This FEMA sponsored, program goes through a step-by-step process to develop one. It includes planning for children, pets and the elderly. Emergency Management website

	Shuttering Your Home	Time: 30 min.
	Learn how to shutter your home from the storm's winds with this step-by-step program. Emergency Management website

	Tape Strikes Out	Time: 4 min.
	When a storm blows in, you put masking tape on your windows and you're fine right? We'll show you just how wrong that assumption can be. Emergency Management website

	Business Hurricane & Disaster Seminar	Time: 1 hr. 30 min.
	This seminar explains how a business should approach disaster preparedness. Emergency Management website

	Estas Preparado?	Time: 12 min.
	Recomendaciones para usted y su familia para preparar para un huracán. (Recommendations for you and your family to prepare for a hurricane.) Emergency Management website

	Trees and Storms	Time: 50 min.
	The general health, maintenance and type of tree greatly determine its resistance to storm winds. This program is a videotaped public presentation on the topic. Emergency Management website

	Hurricane Charley	Time: 11 min.
	When a contingent of first responders from Pinellas County went to offer help to Charlotte County, PCC-TV went along. See what a strong hurricane can do. Emergency Management website

	Get Ready Florida - Espanol	Time: 28 min.
	This program was produced by the state of Florida in 2006 but it still has many valuable tips on how to prepare for a hurricane. Emergency Management website

Short Educational Videos:

	NOAA Storm Surge	Time: 3 min.
	This video produced by NOAA explains how a hurricane’s storm surge works and why it is so dangerous.

	Host Homes	Time: 2 min.
	Less crowded, more comfortable and more convenient, sheltering in a home outside of called evacuation zones is a smart option. Emergency Management website

	Experienced Ham Radio Operators Needed	Time: 5 min.
	Pinellas County Emergency Management Department is in need of experienced Ham Radio operators to volunteer their skills and equipment to lend a hand if an emergency develops. Emergency Management website

	What About Horses and Livestock?	Time: 3 min.
	Horses and livestock have a better chance for survival and reduced injury when turned out in clean pastures with native vegetation. Emergency Management website

	Evacuation Look-up Features	Time: 4 min.
	Pinellas County's Evacuation Level Lookup has a new feature for you. Enter your address and you will be provided not only information on your evacuation level, but also the closest shelter, the closest special needs shelter and the closest hotel accommodations. Emergency Management website

	Hurricane Boat Preparedness- short version	Time: 1 min.
	View a quick explanation of how to secure a boat before a storm approaches Emergency Management website

	Hurricane Boat Preparedness version	Time: 3 min. 30 sec
	View an expanded explanation of how to secure a boat before a storm approaches Emergency Management website

	What to Expect at a Shelter	Time: 4 min.
	Where's a safe place to go during a storm? A public shelter will be safer than staying in an evacuation zone, but it's going to be uncomfortable. Discover some better options. Emergency Management website

	How Are Evacuations Ordered?	Time: 4 min. 22 sec.
	Just what has to happen before an evacuation order is given? Follow along during 2008's Tropical Storm Fay to see what steps are required before an evacuation is ordered. Emergency Management website

	The Helping Plan	Time: 4 min.
	Being prepared takes planning for all of us here in Florida, but what about those who can’t really help themselves even when there is no storm in sight? This is the story of how the county is reaching out to a group that can help the helpless. Emergency Management website

	Generator Tips	Time: 5 min.
	This video was prepared by Progress Energy to demonstrate the correct way to use a portable generator when a storm has caused a power outage in your neighborhood. Emergency Management website

	Extreme Heat Safety	Time: 2 min. 30 sec.
	Keeping your cool on a very hot day won't just keep you comfortable, it might save your life. Learn how to avoid heat stroke and other complications. Emergency Management website

	Lightning Safety	Time: 2 min. 30 sec.
	Nature's fireworks can be destructive. PCC-TV goes to the Progress Energy lightning lab to find out how to protect your home. Emergency Management website

	Tornado Safety	Time: 4 min. 18 sec.
	Florida's tornadoes may not be as strong as those found in Tornado Alley, but they can still bring destruction. Learn how to stay safe from these storms. Emergency Management website

	Build Your Survival Kit	Time: 3 min. 30 sec.
	Building a hurricane survival kit doesn't have to break the bank. Learn how to put together a well-stocked kit inexpensively. Emergency Management website

	NOAA Hurricane Hunters	Time: 2 min.
	Get an up close look at the NOAA P-3 Orion aircraft that fly into hurricanes. Emergency Management website

Videos: Safe Home

- A series of "How to" videos published by the Federal Alliance of Safe Homes "Florida Prepares: Protecting Our Families and Homes from Disaster" project that provides steps to take that can minimize damage to your home in the event of a disaster.

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Video Library: Hurricane Related

Video Library:
Hurricane Related