Trying to Reason with the Hurricane Season
By Margie McLellan
I don’t know about you but I’m getting mighty nervous. The Atlantic Ocean has been churning out a lot of storms this summer. I heard that in a
normal hurricane season, we have around 12 named storms. As of now we are already on the 10th, and the season really hasn’t gotten started.
We are projected to have up to 24 named storms. That means that after we go through the alphabet, we will start on the Greek alphabet! That’s a
new one to me.
I can’t believe that I’m already watching the Weather Channel! I’m also checking my Weather app (NOAA Radar) daily. Not that it will do any good,
but I’m also praying to the Weather gods. Surely they know that our sweet spot of Paradise should be spared.
In the meantime, we should all start thinking about what we need to do, just in case. So, once again, I’m sharing with you a list of things that I
feel is important:
1. If there is a Mandatory Evacuation you need to LEAVE. No IFS, ANDS or BUTS about it. I’m sure everyone has heard the stories of the ones
who stayed for Matthew and Irma. They are all downright frightening and I surely hope everyone who stayed has learned their lesson and will
leave next time. Everything can be replaced people … except your lives.
2. Take all important documents with you. This includes insurance policies, property records, marriage and birth certificates, passports, wills,
health records and insurance cards, prescriptions, and last but not least, personal items that cannot be replaced, such as photos and letters.
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3. Secure your home. Lock doors and windows, unplug all electrical
devices except for freezers and refrigerators, and secure lawn items.
Things that you will not be taking, but are still important (I mean, you
can’t take everything!) need to be off the floor, in case of flooding. I
learned this the hard way.
4. Have a plan of where you are going. Nothing worse than driving
for hours looking for a hotel. Call ahead and make arrangements with
friends or get reservations for a room. If you don’t have a car, you better
make friends fast with someone that does. Also, please check with your
neighbors who may need your help.
5. Things to pack. Cash is very important, as electricity may be out
and your debit card may be no good. Take enough cash to last several
days. Also, don’t forget your prescriptions, cell phones and charger,
clothes for a few days, blankets, first aid kit, nonperishable food, water,
and for goodness sake, don’t forget your beer, wine or vodka (you’re
going to need it, believe me!)
6. For your car. Keep a full tank of gas. Also, maps or GPS, car tools,
jumper cables, and a flashlight (extra batteries too).
7. Your pets. I’m sure no one will leave their beloved pet behind, but
be aware that most hotels and shelters may only permit service animals.
Plan ahead. Don’t be like Alaina – she took her cat but forgot the cat
food.
8. Keep in touch with family and close friends. During Hurricane
Matthew and Irma, Facebook was truly a Godsend. Make sure the people
you love know that you are safe.
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