Everybody take a deep breath.
By the time a hurricane reaches us, here in the middle of the state, it has lost power and is more like a bad thunderstorm.
I have lived in The Villages for 12 years. The worst storm was Irma, which passed nearly overhead. Lots of branches down in the roads. (Quickly cleaned up). Lots of water directed towards the golf courses. Could not play golf for a week or more. (Egad!) No houses were affected by water, except only in the historic section.
Power flickered a few times. Did not go out for long. SECO is very good about preparing for storms. Can't speak about the other power companies.
If your life depends on oxygen or refrigerated meds, perhaps you want a generator. Otherwise, I would not spend the money.
Our houses are stronger and more comfortable than any shelter. Stay in your home.
Good idea to keep food and water on hand. A full gas tank may be helpful. And if you have a power bank for your cell phone, be sure it is fully charged. Haven't needed it yet, but ???
I have heard about filling the bath tub with water for flushing the toilet, and we have done that. Never needed it. All the pipes are underground, but perhaps the pumping stations could suffer a power outage? Hasn't happened yet.
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