Avoiding a Beating from Hurricane Ike
Posted in Uncategorized on September 12th, 2008 by jenhanin
A wall of water 20 feet high. Galveston underwater. A storm so big it spans most of the Gulf. Yikes! Chances are if you’re anywhere near the Gulf you’re not only glued to the news but you’re also preparing for what might be a wild ride.
Staving off the Monster Many that we know in Galveston County have taken shelter in Houston or further North with family or friends. Others have opted for a quicky vacation. And those die-hard folks – everyone knows a few – have decided to stay put with shotgun in hand to protect their property. One might ask, “what property?” What good is it to hold down the fort if there’s no fort to hold down?
Still others we know are taking what I would call basic suburban precautions. These include hurricane parties with jello shots, ice slides and lots of liquor (just kidding – had you going there for a
minute). Most have either spent downtime making emergency plans that entail anything from stocking up on water, batteries and non-perishable food to moving outdoor plants, bird feeders, patio furniture and anything that could become a flying assaults through their windows.
Reports of 100 mile an hour winds have caused other families to take precaustions like boarding up windows, preparing a safe room or connecting an emergency generator. All of these are great ideas to protect your family and only you can decide how much safety preparation you need. With stores closing soon, gas will be hard to come by. Ice and generators are likely long gone.
Aiding the Aftermath Others we know are already thinking about the relief effort that comes with natural disasters like this. Whether you have any personal involvement with Hurricane Ike or not, there are always ways to reach out to those that have lost property or loved ones.
