Resources for Kids and Families

Help Children Prepare for a Hurricane

• Discuss the family's plans
  
• Include children in making a supply kit
  
• Have kids help bring outdoor items inside
  
• Charge devices, gather games and non-battery toys
  
• Remain calm, to help ease their fears
  
• Limit or monitor media coverage

Helps Kids During a Storm

• Reassure children, but be realistic
  
• Have comforting items nearby, such as toys, blankets, etc.
  
• Attempt to stick to their usual routine
  
• Encourage children to share their feelings
  
• Limit or monitor media coverage