ORANGE COUNTY , Va . – The Atlantic Hurricane season began June 1 , 2022 , and will continue through November . Hurricanes , like all major storms , have the potential to cause power outages , property damage , and dangerous travel conditions . Orange County is urging our community to consider preparing for the summer storm season . There are many ways you can prepare: 
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   Create an emergency kit with flashlights , batteries , cleaning supplies , and face coverings .
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   Prepare a first - aid kit with bandages , anti - bacterial wipes , over - the - counter medications , and prescription medications .  
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   Carry your healthcare information with you and to prepare your medical devices , especially if you are disabled or elderly .  
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   Prepare a three - day supply of water and non - perishable food .  
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   Charge your phone and other electronic devices fully before the storm arrives .  
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   Connect your generator properly by following the manufacturer ' s instructions and operating outdoors with good ventilation .  
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   Beware of downed power lines . Assume they are energized and dangerous . Stay at least thirty feet away and call Dominion Energy or Rappahannock Electric Cooperative immediately .  
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   Dominion Energy: ( 866 ) 366 - 4357
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   Rappahannock Electric Cooperative: ( 800 ) 552 - 3904
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   Central Virginia Electric Cooperative: ( 800 ) 367 - 2832
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   Consider developing a family evacuation plan . Evacuation plan information can be found at
   http://hurricanes . gov/prepare
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   For more information on hurricane preparedness , please visit the following websites:
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   https://www . vaemergency . gov/threats/hurricanes/
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   http://weather . gov/hurricanesafety
       
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   https://www . vdh . virginia . gov/news/toolkits/hurricane - preparedness/
    
   View the Official Press Release .
   

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