Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island

**Preparedness Actions**

• 2019 City of Jacksonville Preparedness Guide: http://www.coj.net/departments/fire-and-rescue/emergency-preparedness.aspx
• Review and update MOL information: https://www.mol.usmc.mil/
• Now is the time to check your emergency plan and take necessary actions to secure your family, home or business.
• Ensure that your emergency supplies kit is stocked and ready.
• Monitor the latest forecast at https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
• Know what you would do in the event of a severe thunderstorm or tornado watch or warning.  If a tornado warning is issued for your area, seek shelter immediately in an interior room, away from windows.
• If you see a flooded roadway, remember the phrase Turn Around, Don't Drown and always take your time when traveling.
• NEVER drive through flooded roadways as road beds may be washed out under flood waters, and just one foot of fast-moving flood water can move most cars off the road.
• Be aware that flash flooding can occur.  If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground.  Do not wait for instructions to move.
• Be aware of stream, drainage channels, canals and other areas known to flood suddenly.  Flash floods can occur in these areas with little or no warning.
• If thunder roars, go indoors.  If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning and should seek shelter.
• Dump and / or drain any and all residual standing water.
• Be a good Samaritan and check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations.

As the hub of the Marine Corps’ prepositioning programs, Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island serves as the home of Blount Island Command and its worldwide mission supporting Marine expeditionary forces. Blount Island Command's Marines, sailors, civilians, and defense contractor partners are proud of our relationship with Marine war fighters and are singularly dedicated to providing them with the best combat ready equipment and supplies in the world.