As someone who lives on the gulf coast i have been through several hurricanes and i have some great financial advice. Go out and buy as many generators as possible and a few chainsaws. Start selling the generators right after the hurricane hits for twice what you paid for them. Then use the chainsaws you have to go door to door asking if people need any trees cut up.

I did this during Ike and made a pretty substantial amount of money doing so. I used my credit card to finance the whole thing and come out way on top.

Also, stock up on as much gas as you possibly can.