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More severe weather for us in the next few days. Plus, the start of #HurricanePreparednessWeek and a look at practicing #severeweathersafety.
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For November 16 - 23, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane
Greetings to all. I’m glad you stopped by. The COP29 climate summit has come to a conclusion. I’ve got a thorough review for you. As the Atlantic tropical cyclone season wraps up, this will be the final week of hurricane preparedness information. Along with this week’s US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get started. Tornado Quest micro podcast for November 16 – 23,…
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With the rise in Hurricane activity we need to be attentive to two things. The first is the issue of climate change which is responsible for both the active weather conditions and the rising sea levels. The second is the need to develop our sense of preparedness in order to respond to natural disasters.
The above NPR program offers an in-depth description of the first point. There are two lessons that climate editor Rachel Waldholz offers us which we need to take seriously in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
First, everyone in the path of Hurricanes needs to pay attention to their local officials and listen to evacuation orders.
Second, the U.S. has to be prepared to see more storms like this as long as more warming continues and this means lowering the use of fossil fuels.
A third lesson that I want to highlight is that we need to refrain and call out politically biased misinformation that attempts to delegitimize government and organizational disaster responses. I addressed this in a recent post in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and I offer the USA Today analysis below in light of Hurricane Milton.
For us Catholics we have the added wisdom of our Holy Father and the Catholic social tradition. In his exhortation, Laudato Deum, Pope Francis adds his voice to the moral lessons of climate change.
Despite all attempts to deny, conceal, gloss over or relativize the issue, the signs of climate change are here and increasingly evident. No one can ignore the fact that in recent years we have witnessed extreme weather phenomena, frequent periods of unusual heat, drought and other cries of protest on the part of the earth that are only a few palpable expressions of a silent disease that affects everyone. Admittedly, not every concrete catastrophe ought to be attributed to global climate change. Nonetheless, it is verifiable that specific climate changes provoked by humanity are notably heightening the probability of extreme phenomena that are increasingly frequent and intense. (LD #5)
Our faith calls us to be attentive to the "signs of the times" from the prism of hope and action that comes from the Gospel message. In his 2024 Care for Creation message Pope Francis reminds us that "To hope and act with creation, then, means above all to join forces and to walk together with all men and women of good will."
Next week a CCBQ colleague and I will be going to a training to be part of the national Catholic Charities Disaster Response Academy and receive our Disaster Case Management Cerificate. We anticipate that this will aide us in coordinating our own local response while preparing us to nationally serve in other crisis areas. Catholic Charities USA is currently receiving donations and support to continue responding to the victims of Hurricane Helene and to begin mobilizing resources for the victims of Hurricane Milton.
We need to work together to address the challenges we face by changing our own lifestyle, advocating for social solutions, and responding to the natural crises that impacts our communities. Faith based communities like the Catholic Church and its Catholic Charities agencies grants us these opportunities to bring hope to those in need.
We need to be guided by the hopeful message of our faith tradition rather than politically distorted messages.
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CURRENT LOCAL NOTICES TO MARINERS - Week 38/24
CURRENT LOCAL NOTICES TO MARINERS - Week 38/24 - https://cruisersnet.net/current-local-notices-to-mariners-week-38-24/ Here are the latest Local Notices to Mariners and NAV ALERTS that are relevant to ICW cruising in Districts 5, 7 and 8, the OBX, AICW, OWW, Keys, GIWW and adjacent waters. Open each LNM link for the USCG notice and a chart for each location. Listed north to south Here are the latest Local Notices to Mariners and NAV ALERTS that are relevant to ICW cruising in Districts 5, 7 and 8, the OBX, AICW, OWW, Keys, GIWW and adjacent waters. Open each LNM link for the USCG notice and a chart for each location. Listed north to south to north. NAV ALERTS will also be posted on our Homepage. For previous Weeks, go to the Specific State under Select Region on our Homepage. Week 38/24 LNM: Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists LNM: AICW MM 3.5 Gilmerton Bridge on Temporary Deviation, Norfolk, VA LNM: AICW MM 225 ICW Daybeacon 42 Off-Station, Bogue Sound, NC LNM: AICW MM 225 ICW Daybeacon 42A Off-Station, Bogue Sound, NC LNM: near AICW MM 227 Junction Buoy EI Off-Station, Bogue Inlet, NC LNM: AICW MM 237 ICW Buoy 60 Off-Station, Bogue Sound, NC LNM: AICW MM 283.1 SR 74 Bridge Closure, 5:00-10:30am, Sep 21, Wrightsville Beach, NC LNM: AICW MM 286 ICW Daybeacon 134 Dayboard Missing, Masonboro Sound, NC LNM: AICW MM 297 ICW Lighted Buoy 163 Off-Station, Snows Cut, NC LNM: AICW MM 311 ICW Light 7 Off-Station, S of Morehead City, NC LNM: AICW MM 311 Temp for Missing Daybeacon 8 Off-Station, S of Morehead City, NC LNM: AICW MM 320 ICW Daybeacon 36 Off-Station, N of Lockwoods Folly, NC LNM: AICW MM 320 ICW Daybeacon 39 Off-Station, N of Lockwoods Folly, NC LNM: AICW MM 321 Multiple ATON Changes, ICW/Lockwoods Folly, NC LNM: AICW MM 326 ICW Daybeacon 63 Missing, Olden Beach, NC LNM: Key West Paddle Classic Safety Zone, Sep 28, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Week 37/24 LNM: Notice: Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists LNM: Big Foot Slough Buoy 11 Relocated, Pamlico Sound, NC LNM: AICW MM 283.1 S.R.74 Bridge Closed to Navigation, 5am-10:30am, Sep 21, Wrightsville Beach, NC LNM: UPDATE: Myrtle Beach ICW Boat Parade, Sep 14, Myrtle Beach, SC LNM: AICW MM 675 ICW Light 244 Off-Station, Mackay River, GA LNM: near AICW MM 685 Daybeacon A9 Daymark Missing, Umbrella Creek, GA LNM: AICW MM 737 ICW Daybeacon 80 Destroyed, Sisters Creek, FL LNM: AICW MM 834 ICW Daybeacon 48 Destroyed, South Daytona, FL LNM: AICW MM 950 ICW Daybeacon 132 Destroyed, Indian River South, FL LNM: AICW MM 954 ICW Daybeacon 152 Destroyed, Indian River South, FL LNM: US Navy Diver Training, Sep 16-19, Key West, FL LNM: WFL ICW Daybeacon 18A Destroyed, Johnson Bay, FL LNM: GIWW MM 63 ICW Daybeacon 33 Daymark Missing, Sarasota Bay, FL LNM: GIWW MM 140 Daybeacons 9 and 21 Destroyed, St Joseph Sound, FL LNM: GIWW 256 Sunken Vessels, west of West Bay, FL Week 36/24 LNM: Big Foot Slough Buoys 10 and 11 Missing, Pamlico Sound, NC NAV ALERT: LNM: AICW MM 44 Sound Warning Daybeacon Wreckage, Cedar Bay, NC LNM: AICW MM 190 ICW Light 16 Missing, Adams Creek, NC LNM: AICW MM 200 ICW Daybeacon 31 Destroyed, Beaufort, NC LNM: AICW MM 280 Buoys 121, 122A and 123 Relocated, ICW/Mason Inlet, NC LNM: OWW MM 135 ICW Light 52 Destroyed, Caloosahatchee River, FL LNM: WFL ICW Daybeacon 18 Destroyed, Johnson Bay, FL LNM: near GIWW MM Zero, Light 13 Daymark Missing, San Carlos Bay, FL LNM: Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix, Sept 13-15, Lido Key, Sarasota, FL LNM: Offshore Powerboat Races, Sept 28-29, Clearwater, FL Week 35/24 LNM: Coast Guard urges preparedness for remainder of 2024 Atlantic hurricane season LNM: Big Foot Slough Light 3 Missing, Pamlico Sound, NC LNM: Ocracoke Inlet Buoy 8 Missing, Pamlico Sound, NC LNM: near AICW MM 227 Shoaling Reported, Bogue Inlet, NC LNM: near AIVW MM 227 Multiple ATON Changes, Bogue Inlet, NC NAV ALERT: LNM: AICW MM 280 Extreme ICW Shoaling, Mason Inlet/AICW, NC LNM: AICW MM 477 ICW light 30 Destroyed, Stono River, SC LNM: AICW MM 789 ICW Daybeacon 68 Destroyed, Matanzas River, FL LNM: AICW MM 954 ICW Daybeacon 146A Destroyed, Indian River South, FL LNM: AICW MM 1038 ICW Daybeacon 52A Off-Station, Delray Beach, FL LNM: GIWW MM 23 ICW Daybeacon 62 Destroyed, Pine Island Sound, FL LNM: near GIWW MM 92 Daybeacon 9 Destroyed, Manatee River, FL LNM: GIWW MM 121 ICW Daybeacon 13 Daymark Missing, Boca Ciega Bay, FL LNM: Hazardous Reentry Area, N Gulf, FL LNM: US Air Force Operation, Sept 4-5, N Gulf, FL LNM: US Navy Operations through Sept 7, N Gulf, FL For previous Local Notices, go to the Specific State or Region on our Homepage -September 21, 2024
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Stay away from Houston or Texas in general via /r/atheism
Stay away from Houston or Texas in general I'm from Houston and we were recently struck by hurricane Beryl. It has sucked so hard and many people lost power and other utilities. It's been 5 days and some still don't have access to these necessities. I barely got power today, so it was a horrible week. Houston was basically a shit show. And yes, there are "important" people that need to be blamed for the city's lack of preparedness, and maybe we the citizens have some blame as well. But as usual, here come the stupid Bible verses on "JeSus coming sOon". Someone posted on Facebook the following: "See Matthew 24:7-8 Tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, high temperatures, wars, plagues are spreading over more and more areas and becoming more and more serious. Little by little, the world is realizing that the Bible is not a fairy tale. "Jesus is coming back". Amen if you believe." Well christians can shove that amen up their ass. Ffs. Climate change and incompetence are real and these ass wipes think it's a hoax. Meanwhile, they think all these things like hurricanes are a sign that their fairy tale sky fairy is real. So the all powerful all knowing god could just beam that he is real into every single one of our brains, maybe stick his hand out in the sky and say, "hey! It's me! God!". But nah. He'd rather send storms and kill people to signal that his dead son is coming back any day now. You know what that sounds like? A fucking fairy tail. I apologize for the rant but this hurricane situation has sucked and seeing this on my timeline is so fucking annoying. Instead of trying to "prove the bible is not a fairy tale", we need to put that bullshit aside, address climate change, vote these conservative shitheads out, fix our infrastructure and powergrid, actual shit that will work, and maybe, just maybe, things will get better. But fuck it. I give up. Asteroid 2024. Submitted July 13, 2024 at 04:53AM by Bidoofisdaddy (From Reddit https://ift.tt/RU0kz1S)
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Mattana Ministry Welcomes You To:
Sunday Sermon: 7 July 2024
Theme: Are We Prepared?
Music:
https://youtu.be/MdhDtTOfG9o
https://youtu.be/yJAxU6zascc
Scripture: Matt.24:27; Matt.24:43: Matt.25:1-4 & Luk.12:37
Message:
How prepared are we today, and what contingencies are we prepared for? We have so many measures and safety plans in place for whatever contingency.
People in flood-prone areas have alarms that go off when the town or city is in threat of a flood. The residents of the area have their sandbags ready and know what to put where. People living in areas known for wildfires have their measures in place; fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, sand boxes, firewalls, and fire strips are all in place. Those who live in areas where hurricanes and tornadoes occur have their measures in place; they have their power generators, water, food, and shelter ready.
Nor are we just prepared for natural disasters; we are prepared for burglaries, political turmoil, power outages, water outages, and our day-to-day existence. We have our flashlights, candles, solar lights, gas, and water.
We can prepare for all of the above because there are usually warnings that are sent out ahead of time, yet there will still be people who do not know. They have no plan in place and go through life uninformed.
As we plan for all the onslaughts of life, in our spiritual lives, are we also prepared? Are we ready for the moment when Jesus will return? Are we ready for the big moment when it arrives?
Matt.24:27
For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.
We're all going to know when Jesus comes; it's going to be known far and wide. No one is going to be able to say that they don't know that Jesus has come. It will be as unexpected as a lightning strike and as clear as the lightning strike.
Matt.24:43
But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up.
No one knows when Jesus will come, not even Jesus Himself. It's going to be like a thief in the night. A thief does not announce his coming ahead of time; only when we look again, he is standing in our homes. We must be prepared for the thieves every moment of the day and night. We must also be prepared for Jesus' return.
Matt.25:1-4
Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.
And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.
They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them:
But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.
Are we going to be unwise or sensible? We now have the opportunity to repent, confess our sins, accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, and live according to the Commandments. Are we going to take the opportunity, or are we going to hope, like the foolish virgins, for the best?
Luk.12:37
Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them.
There is a reward for the servant who is awake and waiting for the lord. The lord prepares a place for them at the table, and they enjoy the meal together. For those people who are spiritually awake, there is also a reward. Jesus went ahead and prepared a place at the heavenly table for them. Our places have been brought into readiness for us; we just have to be ready for the return of Jesus.
It is far more important to be prepared for our spiritual life than for any other eventuality. How prepared are we? In our preparedness are we ready for the wonderful moment that Jesus will return?
Prayer:
Father, thank you for the week we had. Father, thank you that we could have learned about you now. Lord, please show us where there are still places in our lives where we are not prepared for the return of Jesus. Jesus, please be me this week and please protect us. In Jesus Name, Amen
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Week 12: Crowdsourcing: Harnessing Collective Power in Times of Crisis
In moments of crisis, whether it's a natural disaster or a global emergency, crowdsourcing becomes a powerful tool for bringing people together to help. Crowdsourcing means asking a large group of people, often through the internet, to share their knowledge and resources to solve problems and support each other. This approach has revolutionized how we respond to emergencies and disasters around the world (Hargrave 2022).
Crowdsourcing emerges as a crucial lifeline during times of crisis, revolutionizing how communities respond and recover from disasters. In the aftermath of the Haiti earthquake in 2010, platforms like Ushahidi utilized SMS and online forms to gather vital reports directly from affected locals. This real-time data was then mapped out, pinpointing areas where aid was urgently needed and enabling relief organizations to allocate resources efficiently (Ford 2012). Similarly, during the COVID-19 pandemic, social media became a powerful tool for crowdsourcing, connecting individuals with critical resources like oxygen cylinders, hospital beds, and vaccine information through hashtags such as #COVIDRelief and #COVID19Help. These initiatives not only facilitated rapid information dissemination but also mobilized collective action, demonstrating the transformative impact of crowdsourcing in enhancing disaster response and community resilience.
In addition, social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook have revolutionized crisis response efforts by enabling real-time crowdsourcing of vital information. During natural disasters like hurricanes and typhoons, affected communities leverage hashtags to disseminate urgent updates on evacuation routes, shelter availability, and critical needs such as food and water. This rapid sharing of information enables volunteers, relief organizations, and authorities to respond swiftly, ensuring timely assistance reaches those in distress. Similarly, in regions prone to wildfires and floods, residents utilize social media to warn others about impending dangers, share safety tips, and coordinate community-driven initiatives aimed at supporting affected individuals and communities. This grassroots approach facilitated by social media underscores its pivotal role in enhancing disaster preparedness and response strategies worldwide.
Conclusion: Coming Together to Make a Difference
Crowdsourcing demonstrates the power of collective action. By leveraging technology and collective knowledge, communities can respond more effectively to crises, save lives, and build resilience. It's about harnessing the strength of many to overcome challenges that no single entity could tackle alone.
In summary, crowdsourcing isn't just a tool it's a testament to human compassion and solidarity. By connecting people globally and locally, we can create a future where every voice is heard, and every contribution makes a meaningful impact in times of need.
Reference
Ford, H 2012, 'Witnesses to disasters: From documentary realism to collective intelligence', in M Farman (ed.), The Mobile Story: Narrative Practices with Locative Technologies, Routledge, pp. 31-44.
Hargrave, M 2022, Crowdsourcing: Definition, How It Works, Types, and Examples, Investopedia, viewed 16 Jun 2024, <https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/crowdsourcing.asp>.
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For September 21 - 28, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane #recycling
Greetings to all and thanks for visiting. Hurricane Helene has been the big weather news this week with landfall on the Florida panhandle as a category 4 storm. I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you since there are still several weeks left in the hurricane season. Along with the latest US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get started. Tornado Quest…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For November 9 - 16, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane
Greetings to all. I’m glad you stopped by. As of this post, the remnants of tropical storm Sara are bringing potentially dangerous heavy rains to parts of central America. There’s always a chance for more tropical cyclone formation, so I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you this week. Along with this week’s US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For November 2 - 9, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane
Greetings to all. I’m glad you stopped by. As of this post, Rafael is stirring the waters in the Gulf of Mexico and is proof positive that even a hurricane can quickly reach major status in November. There’s always a chance for another one, so I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you. Along with this week’s US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For October 26 - November 2, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane
Greetings to all. I’m glad you stopped by. The tropical Atlantic is quiet for the time being, but that can change. There are several weeks left in the 2024 Atlantic and Pacific hurricane season. I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you. Along with this week’s US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get started. Tornado Quest micro podcast for October 26…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For October 19 - 26, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane #wildfire
Greetings to all. I’m glad you stopped by. The tropical Atlantic is quiet for the time being, but that can change. There are several weeks left in the 2024 Atlantic and Pacific hurricane season. I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you. Along with this week’s US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get started. Tornado Quest micro podcast for October 19…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For October 12 -19, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane #Helene #Milton
Greetings to all and thanks for visiting. Across North America, Helene and Milton have been the big weather stories. In spite of the quiet spell we’re in, there are several weeks left in this years Atlantic hurricane season. I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you. Along with the latest US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get started. Tornado Quest…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For October 5 - 12, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane #milton #astronomy
Greetings to all and thanks for visiting. The big weather story this week is Hurricane Milton with made landfall as a Category 3 storm on the western Florida peninsula. With several weeks left in this years Atlantic hurricane season, I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you. Along with the latest US Drought Monitor update there are several good reads, so let’s get…
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Tornado Quest Top Science Links For September 28 - October 5, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #hurricane
Greetings to all and thanks for visiting. Hurricane Helene has left a path of death and destruction that hasn’t been seen in some time. A powerful typhoon has also made landfall in Taiwan this week. I’ve got a link on Helene, but this is a rapidly changing story as far as death tolls and the extent of damage. I’ve plenty of hurricane preparedness information for you since there are still several…
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