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\n\nAs a Florida native, I’ve endured a lot of hurricanes and I’ve seen the damage they can cause. If you don’t take proper precautions, the destruction hurricanes leave behind can be catastrophic. This is why it’s important to know how to prepare for a hurricane, and make sure you have all of the supplies necessary to keep you and your family safe. Storms have already started making their way across the United States, with tropical storm Lala impacting Hawaii earlier this week. Plus, a potentially record-breaking El Niño is growing in the Pacific ocean, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
\n\nPower outages, flooding, broken windows and damage to homes and cars from fallen trees are just some of the things you need to be ready for. And while you may have a generator in case the electricity goes out, it’s important that you know how to use it properly to avoid carbon monoxide exposure.
\n\nI talked to a meteorologist and professor at the University of Florida to learn what measures you should take…
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