COR V is the lowest condition of hurricane readiness.

Destructive force winds (50 mph) are not expected.

Under COR V, personnel should:

• Plan several escape routes that lead well inland.

• Get the proper insurance for your residence. The government will not reimburse you for hurricane damage to your household goods in military quarters.

• Gather all important insurance and identification papers and put them in a waterproof container/bag.

• Choose someone well outside the affected zone (preferably out of the state) that everyone in your family can contact should you get separated.

• Ensure your vehicles are in good working order.

• Update your evacuation information with your chain of Command. Login to NFAAS to update your Personal / Recall information.

COR IV is the first condition of heightened hurricane readiness.

Destructive force winds (50 mph) are forecasted within 72 hours.

Under COR IV, personnel should:

• Clear debris around house

• Secure loose equipment/boats

• Stock up on non-perishables

• Prepare the items on your Disaster Supplies checklist

• Review shelter locations/evacuation routes

• Ensure you have propane and fuel for vehicles

• Move valuables upstairs or store inside closets

• Have adequate CASH on hand

• Follow instructions from official sources only

• Notify family of your emergency plans

• Backup your hard drive.

COR III means that destructive force winds (50 mph) are forecasted within 48 hours.

Under COR III, personnel should: 

• Check with your chain of command for specific orders

• Board up your house, if necessary

• Check medical supplies

• Expectant mothers (37+ weeks) consult with doc

• Gather water containers, clean bathtubs (to collect water)

• Tune in to radio/TV for weather updates.

COR II means that destructive force winds (50 mph) are forecasted within 24 hours.

Under COR II, personnel should:  

• Board windows, close shutters, blinds, and drapes

• Containerize water, fill bathtub

• Set refrigerator to coldest setting and pack with extra water containers

• Set brakes, put antenna down, close windows and doors in car, park away from trees and poles

• Stay off roads

• Evacuate to shelter, if needed or ordered 

• Tune in to radio/TV

COR I means that destructive force winds (50 mph) are forecasted within 12 hours.

Under COR I, personnel should: 

• Stuff towels around doors and windows

• Conserve water

• Stay indoors, avoid windows

• Bring in pets and put in a room with no windows if possible

• If you lose power, disconnect or turn off all appliances

• If you smell gas, find where the gas line enters the house and turn the small valve clockwise

• Tune in to radio/TV