#storm preparedness

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Weather Preparedness and Safety: Essential Guide for Hurricanes and Wildfires

Weather Preparedness and Safety: Essential Guide for Hurricanes and Wildfires Weather-related disasters, such as hurricanes and wildfires, pose significant threats to life, property, and the environment. Preparing for these events is crucial to ensure the safety of your family and home. This article delves into how to effectively prepare for a Category 4 hurricane, the best survival kits for…

[westvalleyfaultph]

"Handa Pilipinas: Showcasing Local Innovations in Disaster Preparedness"

Scan the QR code to get this post on the go. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is set to host an exposition titled “Handa Pilipinas” in Laoag City from July 3-5. This event aims to highlight locally-developed technologies designed to enhance disaster preparedness, particularly in the Ilocos Region. Dr. Teresita A. Tabaoag, DOST 1 Regional Director, emphasized the urgency of this…

[intersexfairy]

As someone (from the USA) who survived a severe hurricane, if there is one piece of advice I could give, PLEASE listen to any evacuation orders. This goes for voluntary and mandatory, but ESPECIALLY mandatory. If you can't get outside the evacuation zone, even just getting closer to the boundary is better than nothing.

If you are in a mandatory evacuation zone and you stay, no one (no emergency services) will be coming to save you. You will have to hunker down for however long the storm lasts.

The time to prepare for evacuation is as soon as you know you're under evacuation order, at LEAST. Do NOT delay. You don't want to be like my family who only left once the flood began (thanks, dad). Not only did we have to hurry to pack, we weren't able to prepare. At that, here are some good things to do in a hurricane:

Have a radio - an emergency crank radio is good, since it uses mechanical energy. We also had walkie talkies.

Have a good first aid kit, especially if you cant get out.

Unplug anything that you absolutely do not need while home, unplug everything before you leave. We didn't do this and my house almost caught fire (fridge outlet) - only the flood put it out.

Have a working fire alarm, charge flashlights and devices. Make sure you also have candles and lighters, too.

Be VERY careful if you must wade or drive in flood water. There will be debris, there will be down power lines. It is deeper than it looks.

Stock up on water and nonperishable food. Eat your perishable foods now. Use coolers for any excess. MREs are good to have, you can order them online.

Put belongings you can't take with you as high up in your house as you can - prioritize things that cannot be easily/emotionally replaced. Leave space for you to go high up too, if you're staying.

Use sand bags (or DIY alternatives) as flood barriers. Tie or tarp down everything you can, and don't keep it in a wide open area.

Close windows, and stay away from them. You really don't want to be there when something comes flying.

This is all I can think of for now, others feel free to add more or correct me. Remember, your life is more important than objects. Losing your life is worse than losing everything but your life. Stay safe, and stay alive.

[25centsoda]

I am Once Again thinking about disaster preparedness

and, like, what are we doing?? D’y’all know how many tornadoes we’ve had in my area in the last month?? Way more than usual! A lot more flooding in the past 8 or so years also. What are we doing.

also shoutout to FEMA (US Federal Emergency Management Agency) for finally including considerations for disabled people on their easy-to-find infographics on disaster preparedness, I’ve been reading these articles since I was like 7 years old and it’s nice to see more than the assumption that everyone in a household is young and able-bodied. It just takes a few extra lines to say, or one more infographic to make

[tornadoquest]

Tornado Quest Top Science Links For September 14 - 21, 2024 #science #weather #climate #climatechange #environment #hurricane #health

Greetings everybody! Thanks so much for visiting. The tropical Atlantic is quiet for the time being. While preparedness supplies are plentiful, now is the time to get prepared for a tropical storm or hurricane. 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 micro podcast…

[liminalweirdo]

actually useful new years resolutions

If you never make New Years Resolutions, or are thinking about what you can do that’s actually going to be worthwhile:

Learn CPR and first aid. Depending on where you live and what season it is, ambulances are taking too long to reach emergencies because of pandemic-related staffing shortages. In some cases, this means several hours. NHS data released last week showed ambulance crews could not respond to almost one in four emergency calls because so many ambulances were waiting to hand patients over. Also, it looks good on a resume, if you care about that.

Start a garden (yes, even indoors). This should be self-explanatory considering inflation and the cost of food these days, but even one or two swiss chard or napa cabbage plants can go a long way in providing you with greens for the season. Microgreens are also a great way to go, because they’re ready to eat in just 1-2 weeks. If you have a balcony (or south-facing windows) tomatoes and bush-variety beans are a great vegetable to plant as well that should produce a pretty good harvest. Also, it’s good for you and the bees! If you want to try a garden but don’t have an outdoor space, microgreens will grow beside the window. Green onions, living lettuce, herbs, and celery are also possible to grow from cuttings. (Just be careful to keep toxic plants away from your pets, including tomatoes, green onions/chives.) If you need any advice on growing your own food, please feel free to send me an ask, I’d love to help you out.

Stock up on emergency supplies and learn basic emergency preparedness. Stuff like this should be normalized. I’m not telling you to start digging a bunker, I mean having things like enough bottled water, candles or a battery-powered lantern, dried goods (rice, granola bars, instant noodles, rice, pasta, tinned soup, canned veggies, canned fruits in your house (and a manual can opener, not an electric one). This will be useful for power outages and bad weather, both of which are increasing. Stock up on medication like Tylenol/Advil/Pedialyte or Dioralyte etc. for colds, flu, and general illness. I know it’s hard sometimes, but please try to keep your prescribed meds up to date. If bad weather is coming, see if you can get more. 

This doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. Put $5-$15 towards emergency supplies each grocery run and that should be enough to have a good amount of emergency supplies within a month or two. The best time to start is now. Having a supply of bottled water is great for power outages. Filling your bathtub or a bucket to flush your toilet in power outages is a great idea. If your water expires you can use it for cleaning household surfaces and flushing the toilet in a power outage. (Please be careful of small pets and small children if you have buckets/bathtubs filled with water uncovered/attended)

BUY A FIRST AID KIT. Buy two if you can. Keep one in your house and one in your car and replenish it as you use it.

Please feel free to add to this list. Feel free to send me an ask if you want/need any advice on how to prepare for emergencies. I can’t promise I’ll have all the answers, but I will try to help.

Stay safe out there i love you all

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The Chilling Effect of the Polar Vortex: A Winter Phenomenon Strikes Regina, Saskatchewan, and Beyond

Shaina Tranquilino

January 20, 2024

As winter settles in across the Northern Hemisphere, intense cold snaps and frosty weather systems are not uncommon. However, every few years, a particularly extreme weather event occurs that captures headlines worldwide – the polar vortex. Recently, this frigid phenomenon has unleashed its icy grip on numerous regions, including Regina, Saskatchewan in Canada. In this blog post, we will explore what exactly the polar vortex is, how it affects our lives, and why it's important to understand this chilling meteorological occurrence.

Understanding the Polar Vortex:

The polar vortex is an area of low pressure situated near the Earth's poles. It is characterized by strong winds circulating counterclockwise around a center of extremely cold air. These winds form a tight spiral pattern high up in the atmosphere known as the jet stream.

Normally confined to the Arctic region during winter months, occasionally these powerful winds weaken or shift southward due to complex atmospheric dynamics. This results in a sudden intrusion of bitterly cold arctic air into lower latitudes — a phenomenon experts refer to as a "polar outbreak" or "polar vortex event."

The Impact on Regina and Beyond:

Regina, located in central Canada's prairies and often referred to as one of the coldest cities in the country, experienced firsthand the brutal effects of the polar vortex. As temperatures plummeted well below freezing point (reaching as low as -50°C), everyday life ground to a halt. Transportation was disrupted or delayed, and residents were advised to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.

But Regina wasn't alone; other parts of North America also fell under the influence of this winter nightmare. States such as Texas faced unprecedented snowfall and record-breaking low temperatures that crippled infrastructure unprepared for extreme winter conditions. Similarly, Europe witnessed heavy snowfalls and sub-zero temperatures, causing travel chaos and affecting millions of people.

Coping with the Vortex:

During a polar vortex event, it is crucial to prioritize safety and take appropriate measures to protect oneself from the extreme cold. Staying indoors, dressing in layers, ensuring adequate heating, and avoiding unnecessary exposure are all vital precautions. Furthermore, maintaining communication with neighbours, especially vulnerable individuals such as the elderly or those without proper shelter, becomes essential.

Understanding Climate Change's Role:

While it may seem counterintuitive that global warming could cause severe cold spells like the polar vortex event, climate change plays a role in its occurrence. The melting Arctic ice due to rising global temperatures weakens the jet stream, causing it to become wavier and allowing frigid air masses to escape the poles more frequently. As a result, these events can intensify due to climate change but remain sporadic and unpredictable.

The recent polar vortex event has left Regina and various parts of the world shivering in an icy grip. Understanding this meteorological phenomenon helps us recognize its impact on our daily lives while appreciating the importance of preparedness during such extreme weather events. By taking necessary precautions and fostering community support, we can navigate through these frosty times together until warmer days return.

Note: It is important to keep up with local news sources and official guidelines regarding any current or future polar vortex events for accurate information and safety instructions in your specific region.

[country-corner]

How I'm going to do the roof of the root cellar/storage/storm shelter at my new place.

Yes, a moisture barrier to be laid over the top and completely buried afterwards.

[ahedderick]

Winter Storm

   The ice is pelting down outside. Inside we have run a couple of buckets and jugs of water in case the electric goes out. I can, in a pinch, cook on the woodstove, which will provide our heat as well. I guess we’re about as prepared as we can be. I do need to drag myself outside and put down hay for Hero and Nutmeg. I’m considering letting them stay inside the barn. As a treat.

   The weather website tells me it’s a few degrees above freezing and raining out, which is - inaccurate, but may reflect conditions a few miles a way in town. It’s j-u-s-t below freezing, here.

Meadow is, most certainly, a master of winter storm preparedness. On the other hand, this:

contains hidden dangers.

[ID: A photo of a long haired tabby curled in up luxury on a bed. A photo of a piece of packing paper lying on a carpet. A photo of the black and white kitten hiding underneath the packing paper.]

[cloudselkie]

I think the thing people forget about being interested in things like Meteorology and Geology/Volcanology is that it's not just "nature doing interesting things." Every time a storm hits or an eruption happens, REAL PEOPLE are affected. If you do not care about the people, about helping with education and disaster preparedness before an event at the community level, and supporting communities after a disaster, why are you even here? If you don't care about the people, you're not in it for the science, you're in it for the disaster porn.

[theaologies]

My notifs rn are so absolutely wild but to relate them Hozier said “my life was a storm since I was born/how could I fear any hurricane” in Francesca, referencing the winds buffeting Francesca da Rimini and her lover Paolo Malatesta in the Second Circle of Hell (Lust) and the fact that Francesca embraces her punishment and accepts it without regret because even in Hell she has still managed to be with Paolo and her life had already been turbulent, so what were heavy winds in the face of being with her love forever?

However YOU are alive and coming from an ex-Floridian (in Butchered Tongue Hozier references Apalachicola, which is a city in the Florida panhandle) YOU should fear hurricanes (the florida panhandle has in recent years been known for experiencing extremely severe hurricanes) to at least some extent. This storm won’t be dangerous, per se, as it will only be a tropical storm when it hits SoCal however it is the first tropical cyclone to hit LA since 1939 and our infrastructure is not cut out for this. Expect a deluge and winds with potentially strong gusts.

My basic hurricane preparedness guide is currently pinned on my blog (tumblr won’t let me add my link) if you’re at all worried. Really I would just suggest prepping for potential power outages, mudslides if you’re in burn scar areas, and the possibility of flash floods. This sounds scary but I’d say it’ll be similar to all the rain we had earlier this year but with more wind.

Enjoy Unreal, Unearth and be prepared for any situation. I love you, don’t panic, it’s going to be okay 🖤

[underwhelmingalchemist]

The fact that socal's response to the tropical storm passing through is to mostly joke about how they need the rain says a lot about a state whose only emergency preparedness education is basically just "bolt everything to the wall" and "duck and cover"

[rubythecrimsonwriter]

I need one day. ONE DAY. WITHOUT CRISES. PLEASE.

[winke77e]

Winter Storm 12.20.2022

Only just saw a headline about the winter storm coming this week-ish.

Most of the models include the Ohio Valley to get hit either way, always on the edge of the worst of the snow. So there might be a good chance to get hit.

Told my bro The Plan for thursday through next monday, give or take, so we have an idea of what to do. Gonna grab real basic items tomorrow like bread and rice and toilet paper. Have a plan set to store water and, should the power go out, a plan to make a tent in the living room to conserve heat.  Set out all flashlights, charging extra lights that can be used w/o being plugged in, and have candles set out. Candles are last resort, and ONLY under our immediate presence.

I like to be prepared for worst cases :) because it’s harder to prepare for the worst when ‘the worst’ has already started. Luckily, I’m in a city area so most problems should be solved relatively quickly by emergency services. I just have to plan for a week, max.

Stay safe and warm, ya’ll!

[brianwilder]

Essential Safety Tips for You, Your Loved Ones, and Pets: Before, During and After the Storm

With Tropical Storm Helene approaching, it's essential to ensure both you and your pets are prepared. Here are some critical tips to keep everyone safe before, during, and after the storm.

Before the Storm

During the Storm (If You Can’t Evacuate)

After the Storm read more

[tornadoquest]

Tornado Quest Top Science Links For May 11 - 18, 2024 #science #weather #climate #tornado #drought #astronomy #spaceweather #earthquake

Greetings everyone and thanks so much for stopping by. We may be in a bit of a “lull” for severe weather in the USA, but it’s temporary. Across North America, May is the peak month for tornado and severe weather activity and we’re certainly no where near the end of the peak months for severe weather events. On that note, let’s stay with our overview of tornado safety this week. As usual, we have…