Archive for September 2009

Don’t Forget The Pets!

Make sure your pets are as ready as you are for a hurricane! Below is a list of some tips to make sure you and your pet make it through the weather with as little incident as possible. Keep up to date on vaccinations and keep them well documented. Pet shelters might require this to [...]

How to have fun during a Hurricane!

In the midst of a hurricane, one generally endures occasional boredom. Yet, there are numerous ways to keep yourself and the others around you occupied with the following beneficial prompts! 1. Invite a group of friends over and have a board game pow wow! I would recommend playing Apples to Apples because it is lighthearted [...]

Weather Terminology

Tropical Depression: A tropical cyclone in which the maximum sustained wind speed is 38 mph or less. Tropical Storm: A tropical cyclone in which the maximum sustained wind speed ranges from 39 mph to 73 mph. Tropical Storm Watch: An announcement that tropical conditions pose a threat to coastal areas, generally within 36 hours. Tropical [...]

Hurricane Help

Can you imagine if you lost everything that you owned and you and your family were left homeless? There are lots of family that do not have to image, they are actually experiencing the harsh reality everyday. If you are a victim of hurricane violence or you would like to help hurricane victims, there are [...]

Hurricane Preparedness Tips with Hurricane Expert John Van Pelt

Watch this video and learn about storm trends, basic safety, emergency supplies and storm planning. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet

Hurricane Tip of the Week

Get important papers and special photo’s together and put them in plastic Identification is very difficult and time consuming to replace. Make sure that you include social security cards, birth certificates, high school diplomas or GED certificates, titles or deeds to property. Photos of family and friends or special occasions can not be replaced, so [...]

After The Storm, What Should You Do?

In a situation involving a hurricane, many people tend to think about when the hurricane hits rather then after the hurricane hits. This Is a huge no no that many Americans do and can be quite dangerous to you, and your family. But don’t panic, after all there are many things you can do after [...]

How to keep Kids calm during a Hurricane

During a hurricane or storm your probable under a lot of stress, worrying about your family and your home. Your not the only one who feels the stress of hurricane or storm, your kids are under stress too. Good preparation can get families through it, starting well before a hurricane approaches. Remember to stay clam [...]

Supplies You will need during a Hurricane

Stock your Home with supplies that you and your family may need during an emergency. Several clean containers for water, large enough for a 3-5 day supply of water (about five gallons for each person). A 3-5 day supply of non-perishable food. A first aid kit and manual. A battery-powered radio, flashlights, and extra batteries. [...]

Using The Bathroom in a hurricane

Everybody has seen the hurricane preparedness lists online, but what I have yet to see one about using the restroom in a hurricane. Yes this is a gross subject but for sanity and sanitary reasons it is important to consider how one will use the restroom in a hurricane. It would be unhealthy to have [...]


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