The 2018 hurricane season is shaping up to be “near- or above-normal” — though not to the degree seen last year, when 17 named storms formed and three major hurricanes struck US soil — the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA, said.

Ten to 16 named storms — including five to nine hurricanes, and one to four major hurricanes with Category 3 strength or higher — are predicted this Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1, 2018.

Florida’s sales tax free weekend for hurricane supplies begins Friday, June 1, 2018 and extends through Thursday, June 7, 2018.

During Florida’s hurricane sales tax holiday period, qualifying items related to disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax.

However, the sales tax holiday does not apply to the rental or repair of any of the qualifying items.

 Check your local stores for qualifying items.

Hurricane supplies:

Food Supplies:

Water (one gallon per person per day for at least 3 days)

Cookies

Crackers

Snacks

Canned Meats and Fish

Canned Fruits and Vegetables

Canned Soups

Canned Puddings

Canned, Powdered or Shelf-Pack Milk

Dried Fruits

Drinks

Cereal

Condiments

Peanut Butter and Jelly

Instant Coffee and Tea

Ice and Ice Chest

Pet Food

Personal Supplies:

First Aid Kit

Baby Food and/or Formula

Baby Wipes

Disposable Diapers

Soap Shampoo

Liquid Detergent and Disinfectant

Aspirin or Non-Aspirin Pain Reliever

Toiletries

Feminine Hygiene Products

Insect Repellent

Sunscreen

Prescription (minimum 2 week supply)

Toilet Paper

Rain Gear

Other Supplies:

Full Tank of Gas

Cash (debit cards will be limited if ATM power is lost)

Battery-Operated Radio and Clock

Extra Batteries

Manual Can Opener

Disposable Plates, Cups and Utensils

Chlorine Bleach

Water Purification Tablets

Plastic Garbage Bags

Aluminum Foil

Charcoal

Lighter Fluid

Water-Proof Matches

Fire Extinguisher

Hammer

Nails

Wrench

Pliers

Rope

Masking Tape

Duct Tape

Sterno

Fuel for Generators and Cars (only in approved containers)

Portable Battery-Powered Lanterns

Sleeping Bags

Entertainment:

Books and Magazines

Cards

Games and Toys for Children

 

This MEMORIAL weekend DCSMEC remembers the brave souls who gave all in freedoms name, as we enjoy our weekend with family (BBQ, Picnics, Movies) stop for a moment and say a prayer, in honor of all American Heroes.

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend.

Attention: All members

We have completed upgrading our phone system to serve you better. 
With faster connections time and increased reliability.

We encourage you to also take advantage of all the other ways to communicate with your Union, through your Yard representatives, Stewards, Fax (305) 477-0806 or email us at DCSMECBA@gmail.com.

DCSMEC wishes all the MOMS a very HAPPY MOTHERS DAY.