What are you suppose to do during a hurrican?

Hello fellow Virginian!! I live in the Western part of the state, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. I'm watching The Weather Channel right now, and it looks like they are predicting it to be a category 3 or 4 by the time that it hits the VA coast. That means a lot of rain, and very high winds. Stock up on bottled water, batteries, food (that won't spoil), and flashlights, along with toilet paper, your cell phone, manual can opener (to open the food), clothing, personal hygeine items such as soap, etc....basically enough supplies to sustain yourself for a few days if necessary. And don't forget to have your car's gas tank full in case of evacuation. It's also a good idea to have a first aid kit and a battery operated radio in case of the electricity going out. Many people board up their windows so that the wind and any broken tree branches won't break the glass. I wouldn't try to drive my car out in it because of the wind and possible flooding. If you want to leave your house, now is a good time to do it BEFORE it hits. If you choose to stay, keep a radio or tv on so that you can listen for updates. Stay away from windows and doors....like in your bathroom or basement. Don't go outside, even if it looks like the weather is clearing...you could be in the eye of the storm, which means that it will pick back up quickly. Don't think it's over until the weather people tell you it is. Keep me posted!! I'll be praying for your safety.

Yes you should evacuate! A hurricane is not a little storm that you can just wait out in the comfort of your own home! A hurricane is a combination of a state sized flood and a tornado. Good luck trying to stay alive if you get caught in one. If you want to survive with minimum trouble leave now. Take provisions (first aid, drinking water, food, clothes, cash, and id) that will last for a few weeks because power will be out for at least that long. Also take any valued possessions with you know because those will not likely be there when you come back. Expect your house and property to get a lot of damage.