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sits majestically in the livingroom and Stacey is presently taking lessons. She also loves to walk, bike ride, travel (Alaska was her last trip) , bowl (she is a member of the Ancient Mariners) and enjoys the lagoon and Soxind view from her deck. Her special interest is exploring the State of North Carolina and what a wonderful State it is. Judy Poit Public Notfflcatlon on nood Hazards. Avallabllltv of nood Itwuranea and/or Rood ProtacHnn Ratearch has proven that simple awareness of the hazards Is not enough; people need to be told what they can do about It The purpose of this notification is to Inform tlw citizens of PKS of the flood hazards and suggest possible actions you can take to protect yourself and your property. nnnri Htmrrt oceanfront and estuarlne shorelines are extremely vulnerable to a variety of natural hazards such as hurricanes, northeasters, stomHnduced erosion and flooding brought on by storms, heavy rains and unusual lunar tides. Hurricanes, the greatest storms on Earth, produce tidal surges which poses one of the most devastating flood hazard threats to PKS. Oceanfront properties could be subject to ~wave action" velocities. Flood V^mina If conditions are favorable for hurricane development, a hurricane watch will be Issued. The conditions are announced over local radio (WBTB 1400 AWWKQT 103.3 FM) and television channels (WFEX TV/WITN TV 7/WNCT TV 9/WCTl TV 12/CATV 10) by the National Weather Service (NCAA 162.400 MHz-Newport, NC). At this tirrw, all residents should prepare for evacuation. Citizens should notify town hall of Invalids or other persons requiring evacuation assistance. Re-entiy passes should be validated and stamped. When a hunicane has developed, a hurricane warning is issued. At least 18^ hours warning time is given before probable iandf^i. An evacuation order will be Issued over radio and television channels. Police will cruise town streets and issue evacuation notice by public address system and the PKS Emergency Management Organbation will alert IndMduai residences. There virili Im five (5) blasts on the fire alarm signal. All PKS residents are to evacuate on NC 58 and use the Atlantic Beach Bridge. Evacuation of 75 miles or more Inland Is suggested. Hood Safrtv Early flood and hurricane warnings provide time for people In threatened areas to prepare, and by doing so, to lessen their damages. In addition, you will be better prepared If you consider the following suggestions: •Ijeam to recognize the warning signals and procedures -Plan your evacuation route, •Evacuate when advised to do so, -If, and only If, time permits, turn off all utilities at the main power switch and dose the main gas valves when evacuation Is Imminent, •nu tubs, sinks, and Jugs virfth dean water in case regular supplies are contaminated; -Board up windows or protect them with storm shutters or tape to prevent flying gia«« -Bring outdoor possessions (Le., lawn furniture, trash cans, signs, etc.) inside the house or tie them down securely: •Flooded areas are deceptivel Try to avoid flooded waters more than knee deep. -Learn flrstaidl Rood Insurance The amount of flood insurance protection available for a community depends whether the community Is in the Emergency Phase orthe Regular Phase. In the Regular Phase, a resident may purchase higher amounts of coverage with premiums based on the likelihood of flooding as established by the RRM (flood insurance rate map). Your Homeowners Insurance police will not cover losses due to flooding. PKS partidpates in the National flood Insurance Program which makes flood Insurance available to eveiyone In the town. For may people, their home and Ks contents represent their greatest investment We strongly urge you to buy flood insurance to protect yourself from devastating losses due to flooding. Information aiiout flood insurance can be obtained from your insurance agent Your do not have to live in the floodplain to quality for flood Insurance. Property owners can Insure their buildings aiKl contents and renters can Insure their possessions. Just because your house has not flooded in the recent past does not mean that you are safe. There Is a five day waiting period before a flood Insurance policy takes effect *o you should call your insurance agent now. BUILDING COVERAGE REGULAR PROGRAM Single family dwelling $ 185,000 Other residential $ 250,000 Non-resMential $ 200,000 Small Business I 250,000 CONTENTS COVERAGE Residentiai $ 60,000 Non-residential $ 200,000 Small Business $ 300,000 (to be continued in August) 6
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