Preparing for Emergency Evacuation of Family and Pets at Jersey Shore

Here we are in Hurricane season 2020, forecasters have predicted a higher than normal activity for the season. It’s important to have a plan in the event there is a need for evacuation. While living on the Jersey Shore is normally peaceful, we are aware that we are prone to the devastation of wind, flooding, and erosion.

Have a Plan

Knowing where you are going in the event of an evacuation/emergency and being able to ‘grab and go’ will allow you to focus on preparing your home for upcoming bad weather.
A little planning goes a long way to peace of mind.

The NJ Office of Emergency Management has put together some great ideas for building your family/personal evacuation plan.

The most important things to do:

• “Get a Kit” of emergency supplies
• “Make a Plan” of what to do during an emergency
• “Stay Informed” of possible threats.
• “Financial Preparedness”
• “Get Tech Ready”

Spend some time reviewing the outlines and suggestions.

Counties in NJ each have their own plan unique to their geography and demography. Each counties Office of Emergency Management offers contact information, tips, and important updates. Check our your county OEM.

What About Your Pets?

Knowing what and where you can take your pets during an emergency beforehand can make the difference in their well being and yours!

The most important thing to do is make sure your pets are current on vaccinations, licensing and have accurate ID tags in the event of separation.

The CDC offers tips on making your evacuation plan to sheltering-in-place safely with your pets. Take a moment to review the page- it could make the difference! CDC Pet Evacuations

Lisa G Lopez

Lisa G Lopez, Broker/Owner of Home Alliance Realty in Manahawkin NJ, is a 25 year veteran of the real estate industry. Born and raised in the LBI Region, Lisa has witnessed the tremendous change and growth that’s transformed the area into one of the Jersey Shore’s most sought-after destinations. Lisa understands the numerous intangible benefits of living on the Jersey Shore with its unmatched natural beauty and quality of life. Lisa has an MBA with a concentration in marketing from Stockton University and also holds a Broker's and real estate instructor's license. A self-proclaimed “Technophile”, Lisa embraces the newest and brightest in technologies and keeps pace with the latest real estate trends. Lisa’s passion for real estate is evident by the numerous awards and certifications she’s received over the past 25 years. In 2018, she received the prestigious Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation, the premier brokerage management credential in the industry. Since 2002 Lisa has achieved The Circle of Excellence Sales Award and in 2016-2018 was awarded The Circle of Excellence Sales Award Platinum level for sales in excess of $20 Million. Lisa’s exceptional knowledge of real estate coupled with her intimate knowledge of the market is what makes her the unequivocal go-to resource for all your real estate needs.