Despite our banana belt reputation, the islands see some serious winter weather.Over the past century we’ve had storms with winds over 100mph, up to four feet of snow,freezing temperatures for nearly two straight months, and we’ve lost ferry service andpower for more than a week.

While we hope for sunny winter days, it makes sense to take some easy steps to prepareto be self-sufficient for at least a week.

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If you, your family, your business, oryour neighborhood need help preparing,visit our website or contact us directly:San Juan County/Friday HarborDepartment of Emergency Management

360.378.9932

www.sanjuandem.net

Doing nothing

means you’re counting

on others to take care

of you. The island way

is to be prepared.

Keep it simple,

start today.