Rommy Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 I live in New York City, which is projected to hit directly by this storm. About to run out to buy numerous gallons of water and canned foods. Going to help my dad on Saturday to move the stuff on the balcony inside. Also making sure that my 73 year old godmother is ok and fully stocked. Also offered friends that live in low-lying areas of the city a place to stay for a few days. Am I missing anything really? What are you doing to prepare if you live in this storm's way? (basically all of the East Coast from South Carolina northward). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcoolb Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Do you have a radio, flashlights, first aid kit, batteries. All I could think of... I live in Florida and won't get much if any of it. But I saw this on Yahoo.com: http://news.yahoo.com/hurricane-irene-looks-terrifying-space-astronaut-says-174601334.html Hope you and your family are safe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wistiria12 Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Yeah,the hurricane irene almost put my family in danger here in Puerto Rico,but at least none of them got hurt *few* But i'm still very sorry for the people that lost there homes and/or beloved ones :guiltysmiley: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedhaun Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Even if Irene were to hit where I live, it would of weakened by the time it gets to where I am. It's a Category 3 right now, and it would lower to a Tropical Storm or Depression by the time it hits New England. The worst I'd get would be a thundershower or some heavy rain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachiee Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 My mom bought quite a bit of canned food and filled up the car's gas tank earlier today. I doubt it'll get bad enough so that we have to evacuate, but you never know. If I remember correctly, the worst isn't supposed to happen until Saturday or Sunday around where I live. To anyone who lives anywhere that can possibly be affected by the hurricane: Stay safe and stay prepared in case something bad does end up happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redluck Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Hope you all do ok. I heard that it destroyed 90% of the homes on one Island it passed over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spirited Away Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 I am in the path of Irene as well, I live in New Jersey. But I don't think we really need to evacuate we might have blackouts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vocaloid Marshmallow Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 You haven't missed much. You might need to fill the car tank (like pyrope has done) just in case (if your gonna use a car). Maybe you should take a first aid kit too. My advice : Be prepared. You have to be prepared for the worst. You might lose anything. Be safe! I hope you and your family will be safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest iYoshinho Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Tonight and Saturday it is to hit, I live in Chicago so I am not affected but for those who will be, best of luck to you and brace for impact NOW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedhaun Posted August 27, 2011 Share Posted August 27, 2011 I've been keeping track of the hurricane, and it's a Category 2 last time I checked. I'm just glad that the hurricane's weakening, I just don't want any heavy Katrina-like damage where I am. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naamah D. Posted August 27, 2011 Share Posted August 27, 2011 Even if Irene were to hit where I live, it would of weakened by the time it gets to where I am. It's a Category 3 right now, and it would lower to a Tropical Storm or Depression by the time it hits New England. The worst I'd get would be a thundershower or some heavy rain. In New Hampshire(where I live)EVERYONE is making a HUGE deal out of it. Everywhere we went batteries were sold out. I, personally am not worried but I HATE power outages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedhaun Posted August 27, 2011 Share Posted August 27, 2011 In New Hampshire(where I live)EVERYONE is making a HUGE deal out of it. Everywhere we went batteries were sold out. I, personally am not worried but I HATE power outages. ^ I agree with that statement. I don't like power outages and communication outages. I'm also tracking Irene's movements on Weather.com, and I hoping that things won't be that harsh. I'm just checking often just in case. If I'm left inactive for days, blame it on Irene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
:)Doc Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Living in AR, I don't really have much to worry about; although for you out there, be say and God bless. I agree with the others above me; get a radio, some gas, and maybe a flashlight or two. Possibly board up your windows if it's predicted to get that bad where you are. Just saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedhaun Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Hurricane warning got cancelled where I am since Irene downgraded. My power only went out for 30 minutes, but came back. Worst should be over, now it's just rain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redluck Posted September 1, 2011 Share Posted September 1, 2011 Glad everyone is ok This post has been edited by a member of staff (Anime) because of a violation of the forum rules. Make all posts at least 7 words long. Please check your user inbox to see if you have been contacted regarding this incident, then review our rules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedhaun Posted September 1, 2011 Share Posted September 1, 2011 I really got lucky that my power was restored, but some other parts of the state I live in weren't so lucky. Some spots are still in the dark while the power is restoring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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