Irma Update #1

Water shortages and huge gas lines. I’ve been hearing talk of evacuations but it isn’t likely my family will do it. I’m really worried about my dog 😄 Just in case, I’ll pack a bag with essentials and keep it close. I’m prepping for the worst!

dafunk:

hey if youre in florida and you see anyone price gouging remember to call 1-866-9-NO-SCAM and report that so that people can’t profit off others misfortune

Hurricane Advice

mp938368:

fucking-cutie-pa-tootie:

I just lost my home due to Hurricane Harvey, and I know so many are about to be in the same position because of Hurricane Irma. So, here is a flood victim’s advice on what you need to do before the shit hits the fan.Ā 

1.) If you have pets get ready to move them. If you don’t have a carrier, find one. Make sure they all have identification with an up to date phone number. Pack food for them in air tight containers. You can replace walls and furniture but not furry family.Ā 

2.) Loosing the big shit is gonna hurt but the little things are what really matters. Photos, family heirlooms, your favorite jacket all need to be in something air tight and up high.Ā 

3.) In fact put as much stuff as you can up higher. Anything in your lower cabinets, dresser drawers, under your sink needs to be moved. Clothing will mold and rot even if it isn’t in direct contact with the water. Stuff that shit in garbage bags and put up somewhere.Ā 

4.) Your fridge is doomed. once the power goes out the food will all go bad. throw out as much as you can before to avoid a disgusting mess. I had a whole ice-cream cake and fermented soy beans in my freezer and let me tell you when they mix together and sit for a few days you would rather set the whole thing on fire than clean it

5.) HAVE A GO BAG! A small backpack or something that is big enough for extra clothes, dry socks, flashlight, water, any of your prescription medication, first aid kit, toothbrush, and phone charger. Your phone needs to be charged as often as you can.Ā 

6.) If you can’t evacuate now, you might have to later. Know where the closest shelter is and any phone numbers you need to call if there is an emergency in your area. Find high ground and if water is already on the road don’t drive.Ā 

7.) SHOWER NOW! shower before the storm. I had to sit in the same wet clothes for 2 days without a shower. Be prepared to stink.Ā 

This is going to suck no matter how much you prep, but prepping might save you some heart ache in the end. If I think of anything else I wish I did I’ll add it. Please reblog even if you are not in an affected area.Ā 

Good luck, stay safe, and I’m sorry.Ā 

Please stay safe out there

Hurricane Irma

thelovelylights:

This hurricane has officially hit a category 5. To give you an idea of the strength of this storm:

Harvey was a category 4.

Katrina and Andrew were a category 5 and Irma is at the moment is stronger than both of them.

This hurricane is going to cause absolute destruction when it hits. Puerto Rico (especially this beautiful isla) Ā Cuba, Haiti, Dominican Republic and Florida are all in it’s path. Here’s a checklist if you can afford these supplies.

Food

  • Bottled Water- a week’s supply minimum (One gallon daily per person)
  • Non perishable items that don’t require cooking ( Tuna, nuts, fruit cups, Cereal bars, peanut butter, crackers, dried fruits, canned vegetables, chili)
  • Dry pet foodĀ 
  • Packaged juicesĀ 
  • Powdered or canned milkĀ 

Supplies

  • Manual can opener
  • Toilet paperĀ 
  • Baby wipes ( this will make a great alternative for showers)
  • Batteries ( AAA, AA, 6V, C, and D)
  • Flash lights (if you have manual ones even better)
  • Battery powered radioĀ 
  • Utility knifeĀ 
  • Waterproof matchesĀ 
  • 5 gallons of gas
  • Tampons and padsĀ 
  • Portable phone charger fully charged)
  • Sand bags (redirects water and debris flow)
  • First aid kit
  • BlanketsĀ 
  • Rain gear – Ponchos, boots. (avoid umbrellas)
  • MedicationsĀ 
  • Portable cooler

Documentation / Legal End

  • A closed water proof sealed container
  • Take pictures and send them to yourself in an email of the following: Drivers License, photo ID, social security numbers, medical insurance cards (of each person)Ā 
  • Take photos of everything! Insurance companies are not your friends. Email everything to yourself.Ā 
  • If you have young children and they are able to make sure they memorize your name, address, and phone number

Other tips:Ā 

  • Before the hurricane hits fill up the bath tubs in your house (extra water for flushing the toilet)Ā 
  • Bring any ornaments from outside insideĀ 
  • Trim trees
  • Board your windows
  • Have a secure room that you an pile everyone ( has to have no windows)Ā 

if you have any questions message me. Keep safe mi gente xxĀ 

I’m going to be hit by Irma sometime soon, so I’ll keep my friends and followers as updated on my situation as I can so nobody worries šŸ˜ž Keep the above info in mind if you’re in the trajectory of it too! Stay safe everyone 😊

She gave a passionate kiss. “I wish you saw what I did. I think you’re an angel” she smiled and grabbed a little box from her pocket. “T-this is for y-you.” She showed him the box and opened it, showing him a ring with a heart shaped kyber crystal “it’s a promise ring, you don’t have to wear if you don’t want you. But it’s a promise that someday, I’ll marry you. I love you with all my heart, and I wanted to show you how much I do.” She kissed him again. “I love you techie.”

His entire face lit up with surprised glee. He took it carefully with trembling, reverent hands and slipped it on his ring finger. It looked much too beautiful to even touch him, but Sarah got it for him. He might not think himself worth all her love, but she did, and he would have to trust her judgement on this.

Techie gave a watery smile and pressed a little kiss to her cheek. “Consider th-this an advance ‘I do’,” he whispered, and kissed her again. He didn’t care that they were in full view of the cafeteria goers; he pulled Sarah into his lap and kissed the hell out of her.

A flash of red caught his eye. There weren’t that many red-heads around after all. “Hux! We need to discuss–” his vocoder voice cut off mid sentence as he finally got a decent look at the man. It wasn’t the General, but… “How…? Who are you?” he demanded. -kylocanyounot

techiehux:

@kylocanyounot

Techie froze and felt ice run through his veins. Why is Kylo Ren, of all people, talking to him?! The blood is pulsing so hard in his ears that he doesn’t even know what the man is saying, and can only stare blankly at him.

ā€œUm, ah,ā€ he says, very intelligently.

And then bolts for the nearest exit.

When Ren’s hand settles comfortingly on his shoulder, Techie practically melts. The weight of it is reassuring, and his skin is warm like sitting before a fireplace, all snug. He smiles wide before he can school his expression into something less lovestruck. “Nope. I n-never invite people over… You’re the f-first! Including you, I only h-have one other friend anyways. I don’t know who else I’d, ah, th-throw a party for.”

slightlycoolgrey:

sonoanthony:

I’m such a laid back person you can tell me ā€œgoodnightā€ and I can see you posting and I understand sometimes you just need time to yaself to enjoy ur dash without talking to anybody, i get ya shorty do ya thingĀ 

This is so important