Tropical storm or hurricane i need help!

Question

well i just got a report that there is a tropical storm headed my way and i live a hour away from houston and my neighbors said they were here when rita hit and they said it was bad so i need some advice on how to plan for this by tuesday morning

Answer 1

Grab you stuff and flee!!!

Answer 2

Its ok calm down close all your curtains keep your pets inside and safe at all times dont open any windows if a window is in you room stay away do not live in a trailor a mobile home house apartment is fine im scared i live in houston but everything gonna be all right its ok just think about good times pretend the storm isnt there watch some tv read a book listen to the news the radio just do something to distract for the morining or an even better idea that im gonna do sleep late! dont wake up tell the afternoon

Answer 3

I hope it doesnt come your way, but if I were you, keep the tank full (during rita a lot of folks were trying to leave and got stranded on the side of the road)  

Keep water and refresments in the car (lots of folks were dehydrayted from waiting on the feeway)

Keep your radio on and tune in to the tv...the slightest hint of evacuation, move out quickly...its houston, there is NEVER a good time to get on the road.

better yet if you and your family are able leave the moment the news caster says its a hurricane (my cousins did that and came to stay with us in san antonio, if they had not they would have been stuck on the free way and they live in galveston) be safe and God Bless,,,you'll be fine

Answer 4

Keep an eye on the local news reports or Web sites and check out this website below to see how best to prepare for what is coming your way. You may not need to evacuate but be ready for it in case the storm gains strength.

Answer 5

As long as you dont live really close to the ocean & live in a trailer on the beach you will be fine! My husband is there in Galveston on work.. he flew in today.. and he is staying a block from the ocean.. you will be okay.. just alot of rain and wind thats it.. you might see some shingles off your roof, and make sure everything outside wont blow everywhere. tie it down!

Hurricane Rita was category 5 this one is a tropical storm.. it might make it to a category1 but thats it!

Answer 6

well i live in florida

and ive been through a lot of hurricanes

so i would say

take pics of everything so you can send it to your insurance company if you need to

grab all your money and important things

and go inland

Answer 7

[edit]At the Beginning of Hurricane SeasonDouble-check to ensure the supplies in your Hurricane Preparedness Kit are both well-stocked and fresh. Inflate air beds to assure they don't need patching or replacing. Check expiration dates on canned foods. Use a battery tester so you know they will work when you need them to (most batteries have a tester already attached to the package, but you can buy one separately if you want to).

Recognize that your hot water heater contains 40 to 60 gallons of fresh drinking water. The water in a hot water tank can keep one person alive and healthy for more than a month. Attach a garden hose to the drain valve. Run water out of the tank to remove any built up sediment that has collected at the bottom of the tank. To get the water out of the tank after a storm you will need to open the plumbing system by opening any hot water faucet in the house. This will release the vacuum in the tank. You must turn off the electrical breaker to the hot water tank or unplug it to prevent damage if the electricity is restored before water service.

Purchase a generator. Generally, a generator should be big enough to run your refrigerator, a lamp or two, and any fans. If you absolutely must have air conditioning, be prepared to pay handsomely for a generator that can handle it. Search the web for generator wattage calculators to make sure you don't buy more generator than you need - your wallet will thank you at the gas pump.

Purchase several 5-gallon gas cans. Fuel is usually scarce after a hurricane, and many stations even limit the amount of gas you can purchase after waiting in line. Having multiple cans will allow you to stock up. Buy a bottle of fuel stabilizer for when the power is restored. Mix this with your gas so that it will keep until you are able to use it. Also, fill and run your generator with the mixture for about 10 minutes so that the fuel system does not gum up while in storage. Change the oil and/or filter before you store it, that way it's nice and fresh next season.

If you already have a generator, make sure it is in working order before hurricane season. There is nothing worse than finding out that your generator investment needs repairs after you need to use it.

If you are unable to purchase a generator, buy a DC to AC converter for your car. With it you will use your car as a portable electric generator. They cost $25 to $100 and are available in the automotive section of department stores. If you should lose power to your house, you will be able run a radio, TV, light, refrigerator, or other low wattage appliances from your car. You will need a heavy duty extension cord to run the power into your house.

Do not run the or any gasoline generator in the garage as the carbon monoxide poisoning could kill you.

Perform maintenance on the car you will be evacuating with if it becomes necessary. When's the last time you changed the oil or the filter? Is the battery fully charged? Have you replaced the spare that you had to use the last time you evacuated? Since hurricane season happens during the warmer months, make sure your coolant is topped off as well.

Buy a bicycle, if you don't already own one, so that you will have a backup mode of transportation. After a big storm hits there may not be any gasoline available for days or even weeks. If your neighborhood is destroyed you will be able to go for supplies or even ride out of the area. Make certain that the bike tires are pumped up before a storm hits. Have an inner tube patch kit and an air pump, too.

Watch or listen to the news to learn when a hurricane is approaching. This will help you create a plan of action.

Continue keeping in touch with your friends and family. They will get comfort just knowing where you are, how you are faring, and how close the storm is to you. If you are in an area that is on the outskirts of the storm, tell them. Assure them that you are all doing good. Remember, they only know what they are told on the TV and their imagination runs wild. If you lose your telephone power, call them at least once with your cell phone, to tell them you do not have phone service, and that you will call as soon as it is restored. This way you do not have to use up your cell phone minutes which should be saved for emergencies.

Purchase "Self Powered Radios" AND "Self Powered Flashlights" Some of these have the Weatherband, and even can recharge your cell phone.

Keep in mind that some hurricanes are slow travellers. Once you hear about it, chances are you have several days to finalize your plans.

Be sure you are well supplied with any prescription drugs that you or your family take on a regular basis. This can be a daunting task as some insurers will not honor refills until the last refill is nearly used up or has run out. If necessary, drugs must be purchased without insurance; weeks may go by without the ability to get refills, putting your health (or even your life) at risk.

Cook all raw meats in your refrigerator and freeze them. They will help keep the other food cold and you can take them out one at a time for meals that do not require cooking.

Put all the ice that you have in your freezer into plastic bags. Fill all spaces in your freezer with bags of ice. Keep your refrigerator door closed as much as possible to minimize thawing. Freeze water bottles, too.

Make sure that you have a BBQ and lots of charcoal or propane so that you can cook and heat foods for meals. A Weber Kettle Grill uses the least amount of charcoal. They can slow cook 20+ lbs of meat at the same time with one batch of charcoal. You could cook enough to feed the whole neighborhood. Small propane bottles can connect to lamps, heaters, and cooking appliances.

Stay on top of the news. How often you watch the Weather Channel is up to you, but if you start to feel overwhelmed or panicky, turn it off. You can always turn the news back on when you feel better. Either that, or ask a trusted neighbor to let you know when a hurricane will likely head your way so you can be informed when news watching is absolutely vital.

Decide whether or not you will evacuate. It's best to get out of town before it becomes mandatory, or even recommended. If you wait until the last minute, an hour will have passed before you get out of your driveway.

Inform your family and friends about your decision. They will rest easier if they know what you plan to do and why.