AccuWeather.com has created a number of specialty maps for Galveston.com, designed for tracking the progress of tropical storms and hurricanes. Use these maps in conjunction with our Hurricane Position graphic, as well as statements issued by the NHC with storm positions. You may also want to consult our window of movement graphic and pay close attention to where the storm is anticipated to go.

To use these tracking maps, select either a GIF file, which can be printed directly from your browser, or a PDF file, which you will need the Adobe Acrobat Plug-in to view and print.

Tracking Maps in GIF Format

• Atlantic
• Caribbean
• Gulf of Mexico

Tracking Maps in PDF Format

• Atlantic
• Bahamas
• Bermuda
• Caribbean
• Gulf of Mexico
• Caribbean (large view)
• Gulf Coast (close up)
• Southeast U.S.
• Southeast U.S. (close up)
• Florida
• Florida (close up)
• Texas

When an impending storm has been verified, make sure you have the following supplies on hand. Of course, you should review this list beforehand when you have time - and a clear head!

Food

• Water purification tablets
• Instant beverages
• Powdered fruit drinks
• Non-perishable foods (canned or packaged)
• Manual can opener
• Disposable plates, cups and utensils
• Cooler with ice
• Special diet foods
• Provisions for pets - extra food and water

Medical

• 5-7 day supply of prescription medications
• Auxiliary medical equipment (oxygen, medication, scooter battery, hearing aids, mobility aids, etc.)
• Medical alert bracelet
• First aid kit

Equipment

• Ax or chain saw (fuel, if necessary)
• Hammer, screwdriver, nails and screws
• Ladder, bucket, mop, broom and scrub brush
• Shovel, rake and wheelbarrow
• Masking/duct tape
• Non-electric clock
• Plastic trash bags
• Portable generator
• Portable outdoor camping stove/grill (fuel, if necessary)
• Fire extinguisher
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Scissors and sewing kit
• Sandbags
• All-purpose cleaner
• Sanitary items, such as toilet paper and soap
• Battery-operated radio