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NEWS | June 28, 2010

Hurricane Tip of the Week

Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather.

This week's hurricane tip is:

Get important papers and special photos in order and secured in plastic. Identification is difficult and time-consuming to replace, so be sure to include social security cards, birth certificates, high school diplomas or certificates, titles or deeds to property.