Price of Hurricanes - Preparedness

The Price of Coastal Living  

It's that time of year again - Hurricane Season! I have lived in the greater Houston area for about 40 years now, so I've seen some "weather conditions" that would make you "run for the hills", that's Texan for "evacuate".

When (not if) a Hurricane "hits" your area, at minimal they are a tremendous inconvenience and at worst devastating. The big thing after all the rain, winds and the aftermath of a tornadic atmosphere, is contending with power outages and rolling blackouts. Trying to "clean up" the debris, (chain saws are usually the only sound you hear), and stay sane in 100 to 110 degree "heat index" is a real "challenge", to say the least.

We have had 5 years of "quiet" here in the greater Houston area, as far as hurricanes go. Last year there were 19 "named storms", but thanks to a "HIGH PRESSURE SYSTEM" hovering over Texas most the season, driving the hurricanes away from us, we were able to breathe a sigh of relief. Other folks were not spared, such as Hurricane Sandy victims.

 2013 has 18+ predicted storms on the horizon. It's a brand new hurricane season. Whether you stay or evacuate, the price for coastal living is preparedness. 

Preparedness - (free checklist below)

So with all this history of "weather" the course of wisdom is to "be prepared".
What does that mean exactly? 

• Have a survival kit - food and water, meds, vitamins, instant coffee, etc...enough for several days. 

• Have hard copies of "important papers" in plastic sealed bags. Have a "soft copy" (scan onto your computer and email it to yourself) for backup.
• Put your "stuff" in waterproof containers or a cooler with wheels.

• A NOAA capable radio - with battery backup, hand crank & solar panel rechargeable - There are several that can charge your cell phone on it as well. They are generally small enough to put in a backpack. 

• Cash on hand - banks shut down & gas stations can't take your credit card - so fill up your tank & your wallet before the storm hits!! If you are "on the road" to evacuate, gas stations well outside of the area are affected. Either the pumps won't work or they can't take your credit or debit card, only accepting cash. Historically the price of gas goes "through the roof" during such an event.

• Remember phone lines will be "jammed" - so best to text whoever it is you are trying to reach. You will have a better likelihood of getting through texting & use less battery power.

• Bliss Anti - Stress - This product contains adaptogens that adapt to YOUR stress level. They are non addictive and work wonders at helping to stay calm and focused, especially helpful during a crisis. (speaking from personal experience)

Click here: >>For a great 1 page survival kit list and reminders American Red Cross.org has a terrific hurricane preparedness sheet! Click, print it off and start working to put your kit together NOW. Because if you wait, it's too late. Once the warning is out, store shelves will be empty, freeways jammed and your nerves frayed. 

It pays to pay attention and be prepared.

Helping you Select The Best Health,

Sherry

www.selectthebesthealth.com