12 things to do if Beaufort County is under a Hurricane Warning

1. Fill bathtubs and jugs with water. Figure on using a gallon of water per person per day.

2. Turn refrigerator and freezer settings to the coldest levels. Freeze water in plastic containers.

3. Bring in any outdoor objects that could become projectiles in high winds: mailboxes, garbage cans, lawn furniture and garden tools. Anchor anything that cannot be brought inside.

4. Install shutters or cover all your windows and doors. Install braces on your garage doors if they do not meet the building code.

5. Keep all windows closed during the storm.

6. Disconnect natural gas to individual appliances at the supply valves near each unit. Do not turn off the main gas line. Disconnect propane gas to individual appliances.

7. Remove external antennas.

8. Remove valuable pictures and bric-a-brac from walls.

9. Wedge sliding glass doors with a bar.

10. Draw drapes and blinds.

11. Lower the water level in your pool. Turn off electricity to the pool and cover the pump equipment with waterproof material. Store child safety fences.

12. Gather your hurricane kit and stay in your safe room. Essentials for the room include your hurricane kit, sturdy shoes, something to cover your head such as a pillow or mattress and a fire extinguisher.

This story was originally published October 4, 2016 at 10:25 AM with the headline "12 things to do if Beaufort County is under a Hurricane Warning."