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The best time to get prepared for a storm is before it hits.  Our Emergency Storm Plan is ready to be activated at a moment’s notice.  During storms, this site will be updated to keep you informed. 

Here are some links and information to help you get ready while the weather is calm.

• GUC’s 24-hour weather radar is there to help you keep an eye on approaching storms.  You can view it on Cable Channel 64.
  
  
• Click here to check out our Outage Tips.
  
  
• NCReady.gov has information on preparing for a variety of disasters.
  
  
• Prepare an emergency kit that contains the following:
  
  
  • Bottled water
  • Canned food
  • Prescription medicines
  • Flashlight
  • Radio
  • Batteries
  • Can opener
  • First-aid kit
  • Baby food
  • Diapers
  • Eating utensils 
    
     
• For additional information on disaster preparedness, visit the American Red Cross, Pitt County Chapter's website,www.pittredcross.org, or call 355-3800.
  
  
• If you have special needs, you can register for shelters and other resources through The REAL Crisis Center.  Just call 758-REAL(4357) for details.
  
  
• National Hurricane Center
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