Marine Lab Policies, Procedures and Protocols
Weather -- Hurricanes
SUBJECT: Hurricane Preparedness Policy
The following is a list of items which should be done in the event of an imminent hurricane.
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Check the generator for BRL as to its gas supply and availability of extension cords.
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Determine the number of students returning to Duke, and call Chuck Catotti with this number to arrange for dorms, parking and meals.
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Designate one student as being in charge of the Lab 2 Attic key thereby allowing all students access to their trunks, etc.
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Remove the Susan Hudson from the water or take to safe harbor.
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Remove small boats and floating research projects from the water and store them safely on shore.
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Check all porches and yard areas for loose items.
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Move all office equipment away from windows.
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Turn off all computers, monitors, printers and UPS battery back ups. Unplug from ac power or, if plugged into a UPS, unplug UPS.
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Lock outside doors to all buildings.
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Gas all vehicles.
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Board up all windows in the Library/Auditorium Building, Maintenance Complex, and the Switch Room.
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The Marine Lab is not responsible for any personal items left on the island.
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The final determination for evacuation will be made by the Director.