---First there was a white-out snow storm in February, tornados surprising Brooklyners, monsoon rainfalls pounding us last week, then an unexpected earthquake on Tuesday, and now Hurricane Irene!
The day after tomorrow, Irene, will be slowly visiting New York City and hopefully she will come in below PMS level 1 (category 1)...but outlook not so good!
So what is a New Yorker going to do for this grand event??? ---get the hell out of nyc lol
But in all seriousness, get prepared for it....maybe have friends over for a "HI" party (Hurricane Irene) and plan things to do indoors (games, crafts, drinks, books, movies..etc)!
Last hurricane to rip through NYC managed to bring in 14 feet of hide tide waters and power outages across the city.
So here are some "HI" tips to be prepared:
1.) Get food & safety supplies--water (1 gallon per/person), flashlight, batteries, pet food & supplies if you have a pet, first-aide kit and food (canned and dry)--remember electricity could go out so choose your food wisely and know that stores will most likely be closed during the hurricane
2.) Know your Evacuation Zones--If you're by water, depending on the area's sea level, it's a 10 block radius. Check out NYC's website for more info and to view the evacuation zones map. --Know that depending on the severity of the hurricane, the city may evacuate the areas marked on this map...so figure out a backup plan on where to go if your in the evac zones and are told to leave for safety
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| Evacuation Zones for NYC |
3.) Stay in the Loop-- Get some apps that ROX in safety! Here are 6 weather apps:
The Weather Channel--$FREE
This app has it all! There is also another version of this app that comes with more features called The Weather Channel Max, for $3.99
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| Download APP |
The Weather Channel--$FREE
This app has it all! There is also another version of this app that comes with more features called The Weather Channel Max, for $3.99
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| Download APP |
iHurricane HD--$FREE This app is iphone and ipad compatiable. It offers alerts and push notifications.
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| Download APP |
Hurricane Forecaster--$FREE This app shows the storm's current location and track area.
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| Download APP |
Hurricane Tracker--$2.99 This app has alerts, push notifications, live social media feeds, audio updates and maps.
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| Download APP |
NOAA Weather Radio--$3.99 This app has the works! Radio updates, maps, push notifications, alerts and social media sharing.
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| Download APP |
iMap Weather Radio--$9.99 This app has radio updates, maps, alerts, push notifications, add several locations and videos.
4.) Make sure you charge all your electronics--(charge your computer to use as a backup charger for your cell phone---could have power outages)
5.) If you live in an evacuation zone--make sure you pack a to-go bag, incase your area is evacuated...passport, money, some food, clothes, phone charger, pets, children and any other important items.
6.) Lastly--Make sure you have your Netflix DVDs sent to you by Saturday, buy a good bottle of wine or some watermelon cider beer, a cooler & ice, yummy munchies and some great company! --enjoy your, hopefully safe, hurricane experience...stay in-tune to your weather apps and have a fun "HI" Party!
Rated: ROX!
