Hurricane News & Other Helpful Info

[AtLast]

Originally Posted by NJFemmie

I think people gauge response to personal circumstance. In other words, if their home wasn't damaged, or someone in their family didn't die, then it was all hype or overblown coverage. Yet, I find it interesting that these are some of the people who boarded up their homes and businesses and evacuated. The arrogance of people fascinates me ....

The media warned the public all weekend long - the ground is saturated and we can't handle an inch of water, let alone a foot. Water will rise and streets will flood - but that didn't stop the thrill seekers out there looking to have "fun".

You can always count on the stupidity of people.

Sure can!

Of course we are hearing pissing and moaning post event. And if the worst had happened- without the kinds of responses initiated, there would be that pissing and moaning. Let us not forget how many lives could have been saved if FEMA and municipalities had done the kind of "pre" positioning and warning that was not done during Katrina. People, especially those without the means, could have been bused out early and been a lot better off. If the NYC subways had flooded as was possible, people would be thanking authorities for shutting them down. Well, in about 2 weeks after they had electricity back and the damage was fixed. By the way, it takes a good 8-10 hours to shut down systems like these- you don't just flip a switch.

The coverage I watched had quite a few stories about aiding the elderly, homeless and moving fragile patients out of hospitals to safer places.

Probably will get some flack here- but I did feel the coberage was skewed toward NYC. I love NYC, but, there were thousands of areas under threat including urban centers.

These kinds of responses will never be perfect- these kinds of storms just change as they go.

Maybe I am just reacting to the bitching and lack of gratefulness. All of those public employees worked their butts off all weekend to keep people safe- no matter the degree of winds and floods, 24/7.

Of course politics gets involved- these are public works that have to utilized. People might want to thank a public works employee today....

[AtLast]

Flood and other damage per state-

http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news...74/detail.html

Death count is 25 at this point. could have been much worse without the kinds of responses by FEMA and all agencies (fed & state) involved- and there are several states affected.

[NJFemmie]

Originally Posted by AtLastHome

Probably will get some flack here- but I did feel the coberage was skewed toward NYC. I love NYC, but, there were thousands of areas under threat including urban centers.

Considering NYC is an island surrounded by a river, if I were Mayor, I would have done the same thing. When 8 million + lives are at stake, it's better to be safe than sorry - even if it means inconveniencing some people.

[J. Mason]

I have heard most of Vermont is without power? True or not? And are there any members who are unaccounted for on here?

I pray ya'll are safe, I know all too well how bad hurricanes are.

[Julien]

Hurricane season is just around the corner. June 1st to be exact. What do you do to get ready? Do you stock up year round? Or just before?
For myself I get ready for basic things during the season. Things like gas for the generator I do when one is close. I think that some people may be more complacent because, here on the Gulf Coast we haven't had one to speak of, well at least not here in the Mobile area.

These are the upcoming names for storms in the Atlantic basin.

Alberto (unused)
Beryl (unused)
Chris (unused)
Debby (unused)
Ernesto (unused)
Florence (unused)
Gordon (unused)

Helene (unused)
Isaac (unused)
Joyce (unused)
Kirk (unused)
Leslie (unused)
Michael (unused)
Nadine (unused)

Oscar (unused)
Patty (unused)
Rafael (unused)
Sandy (unused)
Tony (unused)
Valerie (unused)
William (unused)

[Jesse]

Bump...

We're well into our 9th named storm for the season and the 10th one, Joyce has emerged as well.

[durrrrrrrr]

I am keepin a close eye on Issac, if that thing turns any more west. it's gonna head my way.

I know a lot of BFP that this hurricane is gonna impact. y'all be careful n stay safe

[clay]

Originally Posted by durrrrrrrr

I am keepin a close eye on Issac, if that thing turns any more west. it's gonna head my way.

I know a lot of BFP that this hurricane is gonna impact. y'all be careful n stay safe

please do stay safe, durrrrrrrr...and all others....
Check in to let us know you are all safe!!!
Going to be some harried next few days...Sending wishes for safety and concern for all of our BFP people in the projected and actual path of this storm!!!