Hurricanes 2018

[Toroid]

Florence could reach a Cat 5. That's not farfetched because it jumped from a Cat 1 to 4 in one day.
Hurricane Florence could strengthen as millions ordered to evacuate | Daily Mail Online

Hurricane Florence is expected to strengthen to a powerful Category 5 status on Tuesday

• More than 1.5 million people were ordered to evacuate as Florence barrels towards North and South Carolina

• National Hurricane Center expects Florence to turn into 'an extremely dangerous major hurricane' Thursday

• North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Maryland governors have declared states of emergency

www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnYHzSS1BMY

 

[Toroid]

There's nuclear power plants in the path of the hurricane.
Nuclear Power Plants At Risk Of Direct Hit By Hurricane Florence

North and South Carolina nuclear power plants are in line for a possible direct hit from Hurricane Florence.

According to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), there are twelve operating nuclear power plants in the Carolinas that make electricity by the continuous splitting of uranium atoms (i.e., a nuclear reaction). These plants generally reside near a body of water—a river, lake, estuary or ocean—because they require a constant source of water for cooling purposes. Without cooling water, a nuclear reactor will overheat, leading to core damage, containment failure, and release of harmful radiation into the environment.

 

[Toroid]

Live Feed: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3VlCe1qj9Y

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQLdBWR2E

 

[nivek]

Its still predicted to hit me directly according to that video feed...

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[Toroid]

List of items needed.
What To Pack In Your Hurricane Survival Kit

Here's what they recommend you keep on hand:

• Water: one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
• Food: at least a three-day supply of non-perishable items
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Whistle to signal for help
• Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
• Can opener for food (if your kit contains canned food)
• Local maps

Once you’ve got these basics in order, FEMA recommends considering adding the following items:

• Prescription medications and glasses
• Infant formula and diapers
• Pet food and extra water for your pet
• Cash or traveler's checks and change
• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container. You can use the Emergency Financial First Aid Kit - EFFAK
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants, and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper. When diluted (nine parts water to one part bleach) bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, it can be used to treat water (16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water). Do not use scented, color safe, or bleaches with added cleaners.
• Fire extinguisher
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels, and plastic utensils
• Paper and pencil
• Books, games, puzzles, or other activities for children

Finally, a first-aid kit should be one of your first preparedness purchases. You’ll want to make sure to stock it well. We like these guidelines from the American Red Cross. Find more information at the FEMA site. And please stay safe.

 

[nivek]

I have a problem with that list, the second list, the food and water for your pet should be on the top list, people should not leave their pets behind and make sure they also have food and water, they are not disposable...I always consider my dog in my plans and preparations of any sort...I've seen abandoned pets before during other major storms, people need to prepare and plan for their pets...

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[coubob]

earth :: a global map of wind, weather, and ocean conditions

 

[Sheltie]

The most recent projected track has the storm staying in NC after landfall but that is subject to change.

 

[Toroid]

Hurricane Florence could strengthen as millions ordered to evacuate | Daily Mail Online

Hurricane Florence is expected to strengthen to a powerful Category 5 status later on Tuesday

• More than 1.5 million people were ordered to evacuate as Florence barrels towards North and South Carolina

• National Hurricane Center expects Florence to turn into 'an extremely dangerous major hurricane' Thursday

• North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Maryland governors have declared states of emergency

• Motorists streamed inland on highways converted to one-way routes as they evacuated

• People also rushed to buy bottled water and other supplies, board up their homes or get out of town

• Officials are already predicting the financial toll from the hurricane could reach $30 billion

 

[nivek]

The Walmart in town near me has empty shelves like that pictured above, I was there this morning at 5 am picking up some water for work...

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[nivek]

I went to town this morning to get gasoline, the only gas available at the two places I stopped was regular 87, I cannot put that in my car, I need 93 octane...I had to put in 5 dollars worth for now, after work I will have to drive around to find 93 octane gas...ugh

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[nivek]

I'm more worried now about getting gasoline right now than dealing with the hurricane lol, I have all the supplies I need except gasoline for my car, didn't think about it a few days ago, I think I will take a trip out at lunchtime today and see if I can get some fuel and fill my tank...Damn thing is still heading straight for me...

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[nivek]

 

[pigfarmer]

I went to town this morning to get gasoline, the only gas available at the two places I stopped was regular 87, I cannot put that in my car, I need 93 octane...I had to put in 5 dollars worth for now, after work I will have to drive around to find 93 octane gas...ugh

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At least you seem to have your bourbon supply squared away. Priorities!

I keep fuel available, usually the 6 gallons in the generator plus at least two 5 gallon jerry cans. Around here Harbor Freight with their coupons and Tractor Supply were the least expensive cans I could find. The pervasive and unavoidable E10 doesn't store as well so I rotate it every 6 months or so into my vehicles. Don't care for additives but Seafoam @ 1/2 can per 5 gallons came extremely well recommended from fleet usage and really does seem to help. No burps, pops, farts or any of that after storage and having pulled a couple of carbs apart no crud inside at all. FWIW - maybe for next time.

 

[Toroid]

Hurricane Florence warning issued as storm could impact more than 20m | Daily Mail Online

Around 25 million people on the East Coast are bracing for Hurricane Florence which delivers a direct hit this week, bringing 157 mph winds

• FEMA said the biggest danger was the storm surge - a wall of water from the sea which could reach 20ft high

• More than 1.5 million people were ordered to evacuate as Florence barrels towards North and South Carolina

• National Hurricane Center expects Florence to turn into 'an extremely dangerous major hurricane' Thursday

• North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Maryland governors have declared states of emergency

• Hog farmers along the East Coast are also scrambling to drain their waste pools ahead of the storm

• Farms each have open-air 'lagoons' filled with manure - which could affect local water supplies and put drinking water sources and public health at risk

• Despite an evacuation order, South Carolina Department of Corrections decided not to remove inmates at the Ridgeland Correctional Institution

• SCDC spokesman Dexter Lee said: 'In the past, it's been safer to leave them there'

• Motorists streamed inland on highways converted to one-way routes as they evacuated

• People also rushed to buy bottled water and other supplies, board up their homes or get out of town

• Officials are already predicting the financial toll from the hurricane could reach $30 billion

 

[The shadow]

yes this look real bad we have a cat 5 storm about to hit. stay safe ppl.

 

[Wade]

Be careful and best of luck leader man!!

Hurricane Florence Forecast: A Slow-Moving ‘Storm of a Lifetime’ - The Atlantic

 

[Wade]

But I hope we don't come across as " ambulance chasers"...or whatever term you'd give it. As well meaning as it is , the last thing somebody likes to see is grandiose stories of what could happen.

 

[nivek]

For anyone evacuating...

 

[Toroid]

They're estimating up to four feet or 48 inches of rain for parts of the Carolinas and Georgia. The hurricane could cause $170 billion in damage.
Hurricane Florence is now the size of Michigan | Daily Mail Online

Hurricane Florence remained a dangerous Category 4 hurricane on Wednesday with winds of 130mph

• Storm is predicted to stall before slowly shifting south, hitting the Carolina coast and parts of Georgia with up to four feet of rain

• Forecasters said hurricane-force winds will reach the US east coast late Thursday or early Friday. Florence will move slowly along the coast and make landfall on Friday or Saturday and linger through Sunday

• More than 1.7 million people were warned to evacuate and get out of the way of the 'life-threatening' storm

• Parts of the Carolinas are bracing for flooding worse than Hurricane Harvey

• FEMA warns the biggest danger is storm surge - a wall of water from the sea that could reach 13 feet high

• Forecasters say Hurricane Florence is already generating enormous waves as high as 83 feet

• A FEMA official described the hurricane as 'a Mike Tyson punch to the Carolina coast'

• North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and Georgia governors declared a state of emergency

• Officials are already predicting the financial toll from the hurricane could reach $170 billion

• The hurricane is expected to pass over two nuclear power plants in North Carolina

• American and Southwest Airlines were among those canceling flights to and from hurricane zone for the rest of the week

List of costliest Atlantic hurricanes - Wikipedia

Costliest Atlantic hurricanes USD) Season Storm classification
at peak intensity Areas affected References
Katrina $125.0 2005 Category 5 hurricane

• Louisiana
• The Bahamas
• United States Gulf Coast
• South Florida
• Northeast
• Eastern Canada

[1][2]
Harvey $125.0 2017 Category 4 hurricane

• Texas
• Louisiana
• South America
• Central America
• The Caribbean
• Yucatan Peninsula

[2][3]
Maria $91.6 2017 Category 5 hurricane

• Puerto Rico
• Lesser Antilles
• Greater Antilles
• Caribbean Sea
• Eastern United States

[2]
Sandy $68.7 2012 Category 1 hurricane

• The Caribbean
• United States East Coast
• Eastern Canada

[2][4]
Irma $64.8 2017 Category 5 hurricane

• Lesser Antilles
• Greater Antilles
• Caribbean Sea
• Eastern United States

[2]
Ike $38.0 2008 Category 4 hurricane

• Greater Antilles
• Texas
• Louisiana
• Midwestern United States
• Eastern Canada
• Iceland

[5][6][7]
Wilma $27.4 2005 Category 5 hurricane

• Greater Antilles
• Central America
• Florida

[8][9][10][11]
Andrew $27.3 1992 Category 5 hurricane

• The Bahamas
• Florida
• United States Gulf Coast

[5][12]
Ivan $26.1 2004 Category 5 hurricane

• The Caribbean
• Venezuela
• United States Gulf Coast

[5][13][14]
Rita $18.5 2005 Category 5 hurricane

• Cuba
• United States Gulf Coast

[15]
Charley $16.9 2004 Category 4 hurricane

• Jamaica
• Cayman Islands
• Cuba
• Florida
• The Carolinas

[16][5]
Matthew $15.1 2016 Category 5 hurricane

• Colombia
• Venezuela
• The Caribbean
• United States East Coast

[17][18]
Irene $14.2 2011 Category 3 hurricane

• The Caribbean
• United States East Coast
• Eastern Canada

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