Hurricane Irene - be safe, be prepared

[sllowe]

Wishing all well, and safety during and after the hurricane.
Hope all east coasters are in serious prep.

Don't forget all the particulars on the check list ...This is one often used by NOAA, and I feel it's a good one.

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days

Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
- non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
- foods for infants or the elderly
- snack foods
- non-electric can opener
- cooking tools / fuel
- paper plates / plastic utensils

Blankets / Pillows, etc.

Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes

First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs

Special Items - for babies and the elderly

Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes

Flashlight / Batteries

Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio

Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set

Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods

Keys

Toys, Books and Games

Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag
- insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.

Tools - keep a set with you during the storm

Vehicle fuel tanks filled

Pet care items
- proper identification / immunization records / medications
- ample supply of food and water
- a carrier or cage
- muzzle and leash

Sending my thoughts to all,
-Shell

[kerrtelli]

I am in ct also.
What do you know.
We are in the cone.
Hope you stay safe.

Kerri

[meg321]

While i was looking at that list, i was thinking hit takes me a week or two just to get ready for a trip..seriously.

keeping track of you,,

meg

[Lulu54]

Everyone stick to your plan and be smart the next few days.  

[kathylund]

I am in CT. and it seems that we will be getting hit fairly hard, hopefully it will loose some strength, prayers out to all of you!!

Kathy

[HVAC]

Sorry about your trip. I know how disappointed you must be.

The Outer Banks is definitely a good spot to be in. Even the Coast Guard is leaving that area should tell people something. I heard some idiot on the coast say he is staying because he wants to see what a big hurricane is like. Even the veterans of big storms are leaving. They say this is the storm of the century for the NC Coast. I would not even be in Elizabeth City. It may go right through there up to Norfolk.

Alex

[essdipity]

Not only am I worried about Irene here in MD, but I am royally pissed about my much-anticipated trip to the Outer Banks!

I have been looking forward to this since January. Will/would see my oldest friend for the first time in 3 years.

My friends have taken refuge in Eliz City, NC, evacuation required. If I were Jewish, I'd say Oy vay. Think I'll say it anyway.

Witan luck, I'll leave here Monday.

ess