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yorkietalkjilly · 08-25-2011, 11:23 AM

Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember:

Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk!

Maximo · 08-25-2011, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Ringo1

Gosh that was about 8 or 9 years ago. Matt was only about 8 years old.

We were there to visit Disney World and our vacation got cut short! We were there with another family and we stayed in one room and watched the storm all night - until all the electric went off; phones down; and we finally went to sleep. The wind was blowing palm trees coming down - I will never forget it and neither will my son.

I hope you don't get that.

That really stinks that you got hit while at Disney World. Coming out of it safe and sound is most important, but I would still be bummed if I took my little nephews there and that happened.

Our neighborhood lost a lot of trees and roof shingles during Hurricane Izzy in 2003, although I am pretty sure Izzy was only a tropical storm by the time it got to us.

The first year we had Max, we came close to having a tornado and I was ready to take cover under a bunch of comforters in our powder room. I'm still kicking myself for choosing a house that doesn't have a basement.

RachelandSadie · 08-25-2011, 11:27 AM

praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes.

(have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)

Maximo · 08-25-2011, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember:

Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk!

This is a good practice at all times, in case of fire or other disaster. Keep things in a fireproof/waterproof box or in a safety deposit box at the bank.

roseslevi · 08-25-2011, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie

praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes.

(have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)

We board windows here usually...closer to the water. No one is even pulling boats yet...very strange.

yorkietalkjilly · 08-25-2011, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

This is a good practice at all times, in case of fire or other disaster. Keep things in a fireproof/waterproof box or in a safety deposit box at the bank.

Yes, it is but you know so many don't do things like that so maybe this will at least spur them to gather it all up just in case. I sure hope with all my heart this thing will turn right and blow itself out to sea and leave you all alone except for some rain and wind.

roseslevi · 08-25-2011, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Yes, it is but you know so many don't do things like that so maybe this will at least spur them to gather it all up just in case. I sure hope with all my heart this thing will turn right and blow itself out to sea and leave you all alone except for some rain and wind.

I like that plan

Maximo · 08-25-2011, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie

praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes.

(have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)

Thank you for the prayers, Rachel.

Boarding windows has its advantages and drawbacks. We can't do it outside because it would destroy the window casings/siding. Inside, it would create a huge mess to fix. It might be safer, but I'm guessing if our windows blow out, the roof is going to be torn off too.

margaritaville · 08-25-2011, 12:22 PM

Still cat 3. Our gov has already declared a state of emergency. This is scarey.

MauiGirl · 08-25-2011, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember:

Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk!

Yes, good for any potential disaster. Whenever possible it's good to back up some of this stuff onto a CD or DVD, and keep a copy at some other safe place, like a friend or relatives house, if safe deposit box isn't available.

Computer backup duplicates are best kept at a separate location.

MauiGirl · 08-25-2011, 03:21 PM

I pray that everybody is taking this seriously and preparing.

Even if it turns out to be a false alarm, it is good practice to be prepared. It truly can make the difference between life and death, not just inconvenience.

Remember, people come first, everything else can be replaced. Know your evacuation plan.

Lil Sis · 08-25-2011, 03:27 PM

oh I am praying everyone will be ok.
The 100 mile winds are bad.. but not the worst it could be. Andrew was a cat 5 .. so I tend to think of the worst.

Just prepare the best you can..... be safe as you can!!

BabyGirl Rosie · 08-25-2011, 03:49 PM

Sending all of you prayers and hugs. Please stay safe!!! I know nothing about hurricanes but sounds like you all know what to do. Keep us posted if you keep electricity.

Ringo1 · 08-25-2011, 03:52 PM

Prayers and be safe to everyone in the path.

YorkieRose · 08-25-2011, 03:59 PM

Wishing everyone a safe weekend....remember rarely is there a loss of life in a hurricane...we get lots and lots of warning...not so with a tornado or earth quake...we decided to buy a Florida house 6 mos ago in an area planted with Florida trees...it is the safest way to go...why builders disregard design and landscape is beyond me...build a glass house on the beach and you are begging for trouble....best wishes

08-25-2011, 11:23 AM	#31
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember: Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk! __________________ Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis

08-25-2011, 12:22 PM	#39
margaritaville Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: west long branch, n.j. Posts: 4,457	Still cat 3. Our gov has already declared a state of emergency. This is scarey. __________________ Joan, Bubba and Sissy-BEWARE OF PUPPY MILLS breathe in, breathe out, move on -jb

08-25-2011, 03:21 PM	#41
MauiGirl Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maui, Hawaii Posts: 7,740	I pray that everybody is taking this seriously and preparing. Even if it turns out to be a false alarm, it is good practice to be prepared. It truly can make the difference between life and death, not just inconvenience. Remember, people come first, everything else can be replaced. Know your evacuation plan. __________________ SANDY, MOM TO TIKI , KAYLA , KARLEE , R.I.P. MEIKA

08-25-2011, 03:27 PM	#42
Lil Sis Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,008	oh I am praying everyone will be ok. The 100 mile winds are bad.. but not the worst it could be. Andrew was a cat 5 .. so I tend to think of the worst. Just prepare the best you can..... be safe as you can!! __________________ Shinja mom to Remy lil Sis to Bailey and Sammy

08-25-2011, 03:49 PM	#43
BabyGirl Rosie I ♥ my girls! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: With My Yorkies Posts: 18,980	Sending all of you prayers and hugs. Please stay safe!!! I know nothing about hurricanes but sounds like you all know what to do. Keep us posted if you keep electricity. __________________ Momma to three sweet Yorkie girls Rosie Marie, Mikki Leigh , and Lily Mae Grace!

08-25-2011, 11:27 AM	#33
RachelandSadie No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 5,748	praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes. (have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)

08-25-2011, 03:52 PM	#44
Ringo1 Ringo (1) and Lucy too! Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: On the Edge of Glory Posts: 3,447	Prayers and be safe to everyone in the path. __________________ Mommy to Lucy, Ringo, and Matthew

08-25-2011, 03:59 PM	#45
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	Wishing everyone a safe weekend....remember rarely is there a loss of life in a hurricane...we get lots and lots of warning...not so with a tornado or earth quake...we decided to buy a Florida house 6 mos ago in an area planted with Florida trees...it is the safest way to go...why builders disregard design and landscape is beyond me...build a glass house on the beach and you are begging for trouble....best wishes