HURCON 3 UPDATE

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EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. --  Eglin will remain in Hurricane Condition Three due to the threat of Hurricane Isaac.

Wind gusts of 52 knots and up to a foot of rain are expected through Wednesday night.

96th Test Wing and 53rd Wing aircraft will be evacuated.  F-16s will relocate to Shaw Air Force Base, S.C.  F-15s will relocate to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C.  33rd Fighter Wing F-35s will beddown in hangars on base.

Mission critical personnel:  Aug. 28 and 29 mission critical personnel will report as directed by their commander.

Non-Mission critical personnel:  Aug. 28 and 29 non-mission critical personnel will not report to work.

Military personnel: The Installation Commander has authorized a special two day pass for Aug. 28-29, IAW 36-3003 para 8.3. Any unauthorized absence that exceeds the pass period will be charged as leave and needs to be approved by the unit commander.

Civilian personnel: administrative leave for non-mission critical personnel has been authorized by 96 Test Wing commander for Aug. 28-29 starting Aug. 28 at 6 a.m. 

With HURCON Three declared, the following preparations should be started:

· Ensure you have completed all steps/precautions listed for HURCON 4.

· Secure any loose items and harden or cover all windows at home with plywood if there are no shutters.
· Have a communication plan established that will allow for a constant communication channel with friends and family.
· Fuel all vehicles. Keep at least half a tank of fuel in vehicles at all times even if no hurricane is due.
· Ensure to have adequate cash on hand.
· Ensure disaster supply kit is well stocked with food, water, batteries, toiletries and clothing.
· Gather important documents or place in a fire/waterproof location.
· Have a plan for family members with special medical needs and pets.

· Prepare home for hurricane.

Eglin officials also remind people to monitor television or radio broadcasts for the National Hurricane Center's latest forecast. Information is also posted at www.eglin.af.mil and Team Eglin's Facebook page.

For further information on hurricane conditions, click here.