We Are At HURCON 1

Florida Wing is moving to HURCON 1 effective 2200 05 OCT 2016 in preparation of Hurricane Matthew.

All CAP vehicles and aircraft should be storm-proofed and remain in place. All asset movement shall be coordinated with Incident Commander.

At HURCON 1, Destructive winds of 50 knots or greater are possible within 12 hours. CAP Members should:

• Review FLWG HURPLAN for appropriate HURCON 1 actions including executing personal emergency plan to evacuate or shelter-in-place;

• Follow directions of local emergency management;

• Stay informed; continue to monitor local media for news updates on the storm and effects on your local area. 

• Please continue monitoring FLWG social media accounts

  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/flwgcap ;

  • Twitter https://twitter.com/FloridaWing @FloridaWing ;

  • FLWG Webpage Hurricane Center http://flwg.us/hurcon.aspx ;

  • active CAP HF/VHF radio nets;

  • CAP email distribution lists.

• Do not self-deploy.

After storm passes:

• Notify squadron of availability. Be prepared to assist with recovery efforts of unit and fellow members.

• Stay off roadways to allow first responders ease of access.

• Monitor environment conditions.  Avoid flood waters.  Don’t drown, turn around.

• Avoid hazardous spills and downed power lines.

• Use personal protection equipment when cleaning up debris. Use power tools with care.

• Use electrical generators with care. Do not overload or use indoors.

• Be alert for hazards from animals and insects displaced by high water levels.

Visit Ready.gov  https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes

Major Sam Chiodo is the relocation mission Incident Commander (17-T-3099) .