[CTSARA] Heavy rain and wind may bring flooding and possible power outages

[John Sabini Jr.]

Even though the Tropical Storm named Nicole when it gets up to our latitudes is scheduled at present to be a rain event everyone should familiarize themselves with going through their emergency preparations. here is an excerpt from Paul Shipman, Chairperson for the Connecticut Chapter of the American Red Cross.
With a potential storm forecast to affect much of Connecticut on Thursday and Thursday night, the American Red Cross is offering some tips on flood and power outage safety.
 
“Heavy rain and wind may bring flooding and possible power outages. Early preparation can minimize disruption and help to prevent property damage during a storm,” said American Red Cross Connecticut Chapter Spokesperson Paul Shipman
 
“It has been a very dry summer and many people may need a refresher on important things to remember in a flooding situation,” Shipman said. He offered some quick tips:
· If you are driving, use caution. Never drive through standing water; it is very hard to know how deep the water is or if the road is washed out below the surface. Water may be moving swiftly and can easily float and move your vehicle.
 
· Keep children out of flooded areas. They are curious and often lack judgment about running water or contaminated water.
Long-Term Considerations:
 
· If you are prone to basement flooding at home, have a plan to relocate items above areas where water can affect them. For longer term solutions, consider raising appliances like furnaces, water heaters, dehumidifiers and washers and dryers off the ground; flood waters can damage this equipment or shut it down. Flood waters can also create electric shock hazards or extinguish gas pilots, creating further risk.
 
· Check with your insurer to make sure that you are properly covered for flooding damage. Check with your town to find out if your home is in a flood plain.
In event of a power outage, remember some important details:
 
· Be sure to have flashlights, a portable radio and fresh batteries on hand.
 
· Don’t use candles as a light source during outages; they are a fire risk. If you must use candles, NEVER leave them burning unattended.
 
· Ahead of a storm, be sure your cell phone battery is fully charged; it’s best to have at least one conventional, wired (non-cordless) phone in your home that doesn’t require electricity to operate.
 
· If you have a well with an electric pump, make sure you have sufficient bottled water on hand for up to three days. The Red Cross recommends one gallon of water per person, per day for drinking and basic hygiene use.
 
· If you have a generator, use caution when operating it. NEVER run a generator inside your home or in a garage or enclosed area – carbon monoxide fumes are deadly.


Frank, KB1iFX posted this on the SARA FORUM.
 
 
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High Wind Warning  
   Issued: 424 AM EDT THU SEP 30 2010  
   Expires: 600 AM EDT FRI OCT 01 2010
   
Flood Watch  
   Issued: 352 AM EDT THU SEP 30 2010  
   Expires: 200 AM EDT SAT OCT 02 2010
   

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