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ELIGIBLE
ITEMS FOR ALABAMA SEVERE WEATHER TAX-FREE HOLIDAY, EFFECTIVE 12:01 AM
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22 THROUGH MIDNIGHT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH:
The vast majority of the eligible items must be priced at $60 or less.
They include:
Batteries: AAA-cell batteries, AA-cell batteries, C-cell batteries,
D-cell batteries, 6-volt batteries, 9-volt batteries. (Coin batteries,
automobile batteries and boat batteries are not exempt.)
Cellular phone battery
Cellular phone charger
Portable self-powered or battery-powered radio, two-way radio,
weather-band radio or NOAA weather radio
Portable self-powered light source, including battery-powered
flashlights, lanterns, or emergency glow sticks
Tarpaulin, plastic sheeting, plastic drop cloths, and other flexible,
waterproof sheeting
Ground anchor system, such as bungee cords or rope, or tie-down kits
Duct tape
Plywood, window film or other materials specifically designed to
protect window coverings
Non-electric food storage cooler or water storage container
Non-electric can opener
Artificial ice, blue ice, ice packs, reusable ice
Self-contained first aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Carbon monoxide detector
Gas or diesel fuel tank or container
Also on the list are portable generators and power cords priced at $1,000
or less.
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What is the value of your life or that of your child? Is it
worth buying and wearing a properly fitted life jacket when you recreate on a
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers river or lake project?
Last year, 17 individuals drowned on Mobile District managed river and
lake projects located throughout Mississippi, Alabama, Florida and
Georgia. These fatalities didnt have to happen and could have been
prevented if a few safety rules had been followed.
The Corps encourages everyone to recreate safely in, on and around
water. Remember: a child can drown in as few as 20 seconds; an adult in 60
seconds. It takes less than one minute to put on a life jacket, snap the clips
and ensure it fits properly.
To promote water safety and help prevent drownings, visitors can find life
jacket loaner stations at many Corps-operated recreation areas in the
Southeastern United States. Visitors can find information about
this program at gate houses located in our campgrounds and day use facilities.
To find the nearest corps project to you, please visit:
www.corplakes.usace.army.mil
.Boating Safety Tips
Always wear a life jacket when you are on a boat.
Most drowning victims knew how to swim, but did not intend to get in the
water and could not reach their lifejackets in time.
Always boat sober.
Always boat with a friend.
Use your running lights from dusk until dawn when you are on the water.
Always let someone on shore know where you plan to take the boat.
Check the weather before you put the boat in the water.
Know and follow the water rules of the road.
Learn how to swim.
Wear a life jacket, it could save your life.
Water Safety Tips
Learn how to swim, but be aware that even good swimmers can drown. Know
your limits.
Swim with a buddy.
Swim in designated areas only.
Use your head and go feet first into the water.
Leave the water at the first sign of bad weather.
Watch your children- no reading, no phone, no nap.
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