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Hurricanes can bring uncertainty and hardship that affect mental health. This resource suggests physical movement, conversations with loved ones, and time to write or draw about your feelings. It also identifies signs that professional support may be needed, lists free or low-cost psychological services, and offers simple questions to help recognize your own needs and those of the people you live with.

Phone numbers for agencies and services available during an emergency in Puerto Rico. Includes emergency management, weather services, family services, Police, Fire Department, Red Cross, FEMA, LUMA, AAA, and ASSMCA.

Three ways to treat water during an emergency: boiling, purification tablets, or a portable filter. Each method includes steps, advantages, and limitations; for example, boiling does not remove chemical contaminants, and some filters do not capture viruses. The guide recommends removing sediment and large particles first, choosing the safest possible water source, and including water treatment supplies in your emergency kit.

To protect a supply of breast milk during an emergency, this resource explains when to keep the freezer closed, when milk can be refrozen, and what to do if it thaws. It suggests arranging an alternative storage location in advance, using ice when needed, and considering hand expression during power outages. It also explains how to warm milk without direct heat or a microwave and offers recommendations for feeding a baby when water is unavailable.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas using ingredients that can be stored for an emergency: oatmeal with dried fruit, chickpea and tuna salad, and a bean and vegetable wrap. Each menu includes ingredients and preparation steps. The guide also reminds readers to have drinking water, store food in a cool, dry place, check expiration dates, and keep utensils such as a can opener on hand.

Before a hurricane, gather water, nonperishable food, medications, documents, flashlights, batteries, and pet supplies. The guide also suggests identifying household risks, making plans with family and neighbors, locating shelters and evacuation routes, packing an emergency bag, and protecting your home. It explains the difference between a hurricane watch and warning and includes alternative energy options.

Preparing with children and adolescents starts with a family plan they understand, a meeting point, and a backpack with essential supplies. During an emergency, the guide recommends staying calm, protecting them from physical hazards, and explaining what is happening in age-appropriate ways. Afterward, it encourages watching for changes in sleep, mood, and behavior, maintaining comforting routines, and seeking professional support when needed.