From the lastest computer projection there is a chance that Hurricane Earl could be hitting the East Coast including our Five Towns on Long island some time this weekend.
Though sometimes the weatherpeople do tend to exaggerate for ratings (in my opinion) it is better to be safe than sorry.
Here are some Hurrcane preparedness and safety tips...
Safety Tips
- Coastal residents should form evacuation plans before a warning is issued to identify a safe shelter and a route to get there.
- Stock up on emergency supplies including food, water, medications, batteries, flashlights, important documents, road maps, and a full tank of gasoline.
- Be sure cell phones are fully charged.
- Bring outside furniture and umbrellas indoors.
- Be sure all windows are shut. If you have shutters and can close and lock them do that as well.
- As a storm unfolds, listen to local authorities on radio or television. Evacuation routes often close as a storm develops.
- Dedicated professionals and improved technology have made hurricane forecasting more accurate than ever before-but it's far from precise.
- If forced to weather a storm, get inside the most secure building possible and stay away from windows.
- Remember that a lull often signifies the storm's eye-not its end. Anyone riding out a hurricane should wait for authorities to announce that the danger has passed.
BE VERY CAREFUL OF THE OCEAN THIS WEEKEND - even though the surface might look smooth there are some nasty riptides below the sruface that are a danger to even the most experienced swimmer. If you happen to get caught in a rip tide - they say don't fight it - swim in the direction of it.
Keep up with the latest on Hurricane Earl and how it can effect us on Long Island here.
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