A master post of all the hurricane events I’ve seen so far. Tag yourselves.
irma
Status Update #2
Put up a bunch of shutters and cleared the yard of projectiles. Also packed an emergency bag for me and my dog. He’s been anxious and easy-to-spook all day, and you can already feel the weather changing.
I’m hoping that it won’t do much damage, but my blind optimism won’t actually change anything :C
Hi what can we do if we can’t evacuate?
If you can’t evacuate here are some tips.
Buy life jackets immediately a lot of deaths are from drowning. If you have a kayak, canoe, life raft, keep these near you they can come in handy.
Do not swim. You will tire yourself out especially if currents are going against you.
Have ample flashlights on hand.
Once the hurricane passes. Get on top of your roofs. Use flashlights at night and if on hand any pots and pans during the day.
Tarp and rope. You can use tarp to make a temporary repair if anything comes down.
Do not turn the power on if there’s flooding!
Do no drink water that hasn’t been previously stored! Assume that all water has bacterial contaminations (yes this goes for tap water as well if you have no other choice boil it first)
Don’t pick up trees, wires, debris, nothing.
Do not use charcoal or generators indoors!
Sand bags can be used to help prevent flooding.
En Español:
Si no es possible para evacuar aquí hay algunos consejos:
Comprar chalecos salvavidas. Una gran cantidad de muertes son de ahogamiento. Si usted tienes un kayak, canoa, balsa salvavidas, mantener estos cerca de ti pueden ser utilizada en emergencia
No naden!! Se van a cansar especialmente si las corrientes van en contra de usted.
Tenga suficientes linternas a la mano. Una linterna para cada persona.
Cuando pase el huracán si hay inducciones ve para el techo de las casa. Utilice linternas por la noche y si está a mano ollas y calderos durante el día.
Lona y cuerda. Laona puedes se utilizada para para hacer una reparación temporal si paredes o el techo se derrumban.
No enciendes ningunos electrónicos si hay inundaciones!
No tomen agua que no haya sido almacenada previamente! Suponga que todo el agua tiene contaminaciones bacterianas (esto también significa el agua del grifo, si no tienes otra opción hervir primero el agua del grifo)
No recojan árboles, alambres, escombros, nada.
No utilice carbón o generadores en interiores!
sacos de arena se pueden utilizar para ayudar a prevenir inundaciones.
TIPS FOR HURRICANE IRMA. STAY SAFE MY FLORIDA FRIENDS! Gas prices are already up to $3 and water is hard to find until new deliveries come in. I have to drive much farther out for supplies.
JetBlue is offering $99-$159 one way tickets out of all Florida airports they operate out of (MIA not included) destinations even in New York. If you live in South Florida or along the coast and are trying to evacuate via air take advantage of this. Other airlines are making their prices deliberately ridiculous just because they can in this moment of desperation.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Good luck, stay safe, and I’m sorry.
Please stay safe out there
TechieHux 