Some other tips for hurricane readiness: fill up big ziploc bags with water and put them in your freezer. If they start to melt, the food in the freezer is no longer good. Also stock up on water and non perishable food. Also not a bad idea to have a grab and go bag of what you need if you decide to evacuate in a pinch. Have your vital documents in a place easily accessible and safe from potential flood waters. Finally, take videos and pictures of everything in your house in case of a need for an insurance claim.