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The best time to get prepared for a storm is before it hits.  GUC’s 24-hour weather radar is there to help you keep an eye on approaching storms.  You can view it on Cable Channel 35. 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 additional information to help you get ready while the weather is calm.

• 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 or call the Pitt County Chapter of the American Red Cross at 252-355-3800.
  
• 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.
  
• Ready.gov
  
• National Hurricane Center
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