As a resident of hurricane-ravaged Louisiana, I am happy to help. Stock up on fresh water, first aid supplies, batteries, canned foods, flashlights, a battery-run or wind up radio. Put away anything loose outside the home, such as potted plants, lawn furniture(these things can be used as projectiles and cause harm to property and people during heavy winds). If you are staying in your home, consider a generator, either board up your windows or strengthen them by crisscrossing with duct tape. If you are evacuating, make sure you bring important documents(insurance,soc sec,etc), treasured photos, atleast a week’s worth of clothing, contacts, glasses. And NEVER leave your pets behind.