There are many things you can do to protect yourself during a hurricane. A very important thing to do is if you are in the danger zone you need to evacuate immediately. When a hurricane comes barrelling in, the primary safety rule is quite simple: Get out of the way. If you aren't in a path of danger you should stay put. The safest area in your house is the basement or any rooms without windows. You also need to be mindful of what you eat. If you still have time before the hurricane hits, turn your fridge and freezer to the coldest temperature. When the power goes out the food will only stay fresh for so long so turning it to the coldest setting will slow down the decaying process. Be very aware of your surroundings you need to be aware of where you are and what is around you it is a wise idea to tie down anything loose.