Gulf South VECTOR is pleased to share this downloadable social media toolkit focused on mosquito prevention and safety tips for hurricane season. Tropical storms and hurricanes bring heavy rainfall and flooding that can create widespread mosquito habitats, increase mosquito populations, and elevate the risk of mosquito-borne diseases for people and animals in affected communities.
Preparation before a storm is essential for safety. Securing your home, gathering emergency supplies, and having an evacuation plan in place can make a critical difference when severe weather threatens. Source reduction and protective measures after a storm, including the use of EPA-registered repellents and protective clothing, are equally important for reducing mosquito bites and associated health risks during recovery.
This toolkit was developed to help organizations, agencies, and businesses across the region share timely, relevant messaging before, during, and after tropical weather events. These resources highlight planning, personal safety measures, and mosquito prevention as essential to hurricane preparedness and recovery.
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It's Hurricane Season - Tip 1
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Before a storm arrives, a little preparation can go a long way in protecting your home and neighborhood. Taking time to secure your property reduces the risk of damage and helps keep your community safer when severe weather hits.
Check out these tips for getting your home storm-ready before hurricane season is in full swing: https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/tips-prepare-your-home-hurricane-season 
#HurricanePreparedness #StormReady #vectoroutreach #mosquitocontrol
It's Hurricane Season - Tip 2
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Before a storm arrives, a little preparation can go a long way in protecting your home and neighborhood. Taking time to secure your property reduces the risk of damage and helps keep your community safer when severe weather hits.
Check out these tips for getting your home storm-ready before hurricane season is in full swing: https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/tips-prepare-your-home-hurricane-season 🌀🏠
#HurricanePreparedness #StormReady #vectoroutreach #mosquitocontrol
Know Before You Go - Tip 1
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When a hurricane threatens, having the right supplies on hand can make evacuation safer and less stressful. Taking time now to put together an emergency kit means you and your family will be ready to go when it matters most. 🎒🌀
#HurricanePreparedness #StormReady #vectoroutreach
Know Before You Go - Tip 2
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When it comes to hurricane evacuation, knowing before you go is key. Having your supplies ready, your route planned, and your emergency kit packed in advance can help ensure a safer and less stressful departure for you and your family. 🎒🌀
#HurricanePreparedness #StormReady #vectoroutreach
Know Before You Go - Tip 3
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When a hurricane threatens, having the right supplies on hand can make evacuation safer and less stressful. Taking time now to put together an emergency kit means you and your family will be ready to go when it matters most. 🎒🌀
#HurricanePreparedness #StormReady #vectoroutreach
Post Storm Response - Tip 1
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After a hurricane or tropical storm, floodwater, rain-filled containers, and debris can create widespread mosquito habitat around your home. Identifying and eliminating standing water in outdoor areas is an important part of post-storm recovery. For larger issues you cannot address on your own, contact your local mosquito control program.🌀🦟
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #SourceReduction #vectoroutreach
Post Storm Response - Tip 2
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After a hurricane or tropical storm, floodwater, rain-filled containers, and debris can create widespread mosquito habitat around your home. Identifying and eliminating standing water in outdoor areas is an important part of post-storm recovery. For larger issues you cannot address on your own, contact your local mosquito control program.🌀🦟
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #SourceReduction #vectoroutreach
Post Storm Response - Tip 3
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After a hurricane or tropical storm, floodwater, rain-filled containers, and debris can create widespread mosquito habitat around your home. Identifying and eliminating standing water in outdoor areas is an important part of post-storm recovery. For larger issues you cannot address on your own, contact your local mosquito control program.🌀🦟
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #SourceReduction #vectoroutreach
Protect Yourself After the Storm - Tip 1
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Coastal flooding from hurricanes and tropical storms can lead to dramatic increases in salt marsh mosquito populations. Protect yourself by applying an EPA-registered repellent before spending time outdoors and avoiding outdoor activity when these mosquitoes are most active. 🌀🦟
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #PersonalProtection #vectoroutreach
Protect Yourself After the Storm - Tip 2
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Coastal flooding from hurricanes and tropical storms can lead to dramatic increases in salt marsh mosquito populations. Protect yourself by applying an EPA-registered repellent before spending time outdoors and avoiding outdoor activity when these mosquitoes are most active. 🌀🦟
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #PersonalProtection #vectoroutreach
Mosquitoes After Storms Tip
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Heavy rainfall can fill containers, debris, and other outdoor items with standing water, creating widespread mosquito habitats and posing health risks to people and animals. Source reduction after storms can reduce mosquito populations and help protect your community. 🌀🦟
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #SourceReduction #vectoroutreach
Toolkit Announcement
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Gulf South VECTOR is pleased to share this downloadable social media toolkit focused on mosquito prevention and safety tips for hurricane season. Tropical storms and hurricanes bring heavy rainfall and flooding that can create widespread mosquito habitats, increase mosquito populations, and elevate the risk of mosquito-borne diseases for people and animals in affected communities.
Preparation before a storm is essential for safety. Securing your home, gathering emergency supplies, and having an evacuation plan in place can make a critical difference when severe weather threatens. Source reduction and protective measures after a storm, including the use of EPA-registered repellents and protective clothing, are equally important for reducing mosquito bites and associated health risks during recovery.
This toolkit was developed to help organizations, agencies, and businesses across the region share timely, relevant messaging before, during, and after tropical weather events. These resources highlight planning, personal safety measures, and mosquito prevention as essential to hurricane preparedness and recovery.
Download the toolkit here: https://vectoroutreach.org/social-media/hurricane-season-tips/
#HurricaneRecovery #MosquitoControl #SourceReduction #vectoroutreach
