Archive for December 14th, 2015
Preparation El Nino
Gratitude for the rain was last week’s post. Now it is time to check your preparations for what is coming. This could be a record-setting year for mudslides and flooding in California.
Last week’s devastating floods in Oregon and Washington, and last year’s inundation of Texas are foreboding indications of what is a very probable scenario for us this year.
This is my personal preparation list. Potable water, snacks and out of the can food, paper plates, disposable cups and utensils, flashlights with new batteries, LED lanterns with new batteries, first aid supplies, up-to-date medications, warm clothing, a good umbrella and adequate rain gear, accommodation for pets, a portable radio, car maintained, with flares, water and a blanket in the trunk, gas tank always half full, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, table games and reading material. Check your roof and windows, gutters and drains. Secure outdoor furniture and potted plants.
Power outages and flooding are disruptions of our normal routines. Lastly, keep with you throughout this winter a very generous amount of patience.
For more information on flood emergency preparedness, see the following resources:
The Department of Homeland Security