One of the things about working in emergency services is that you have to prepare for storms before everyone else, because you will be at work as the storm approaches. As of this morning, we here at Sector Ocho are under a Tropical storm watch. In this area, we likely won’t get much in the way of wind, but there is going to be large amounts of rain to deal with. It will likely rain for two or three days. With that in mind:
We began the 72 hour checklist at 5 pm this afternoon.
- All outdoor furniture inside. In fact, I need to get everything that high winds will blow around easily into the garage. “It isn’t THAT the wind is blowing, it is WHAT the wind is blowing”
- 5 gal Water cans retrieved and filled.
- My Powerwalls this morning informed me that, due to approaching bad weather and the possibility of power loss, they are charging to 100% and will remain there until the storm passes. Electric power is handled.
- I need to cut the grass this morning. Lots of rain will both make it impossible to mow a wet yard, but will also make the grass grow like there is no tomorrow.
- I have two Bar-B-Que bombs (propane tanks) that need filling. Both cars already have fuel.
That will be it until tomorrow, when I will carry out the 24 hour checklist.
- Stock up on Poptarts and chips for snacking
- Prepare to buy Publix Subs (We like to have food for the storm that doesn’t need electricity or other heat for preparation and is easy and quick to eat, even in the dark.) Even though we will have power, it’s now a tradition.
Anyhow, lots to do today.
9 Comments
Bigus Macus · September 24, 2024 at 8:00 am
Having lived in Hampton Roads for over 40 years. You find that your always prepared for Hurricanes or Nor’easters . There might be a few things that are needed like more wine. But even that is stocked.
foot in the forest · September 24, 2024 at 8:20 am
Sounds better than the prep for the forest fire I had a while back. Who would have thought the EPA would outlaw asbestos underwear. Be careful, I still have the burn scars.
Mcfoster · September 24, 2024 at 2:30 pm
Living on the Gulf Coast hurricane season runs from June until November. We stay prepared just about full time these days..
Dirty Dingus McGee · September 24, 2024 at 2:53 pm
Being as we are in the “cone of uncertainty” the w,eatherheads up here in my area, east central Ga, have been throwing fuel on the fire about “the most worstest evah” storm that will be coming this way. Doom, gloom, death and destruction will be visited upon us according to them. As is typical for winter forecast of 1-2 inches of snow, the parking lot of the grocery store I drove by a couple hours ago was packed. Buy the bread, buy the milk, moar toilet paper.
I’m prepped; generator was tested, beer is cold, steaks are thawing and I have a big ole stinky cigar ready. Bring it on.
Divemedic · September 24, 2024 at 3:04 pm
I don’t know why they always buy milk and bread. What are they doing, making bread pudding?
Dirty Dingus McGee · September 24, 2024 at 3:43 pm
Makes no sense to me either, especially in this weather. Couple days without power that milk will be cottage cheese.Canned, condensed milk, I could see, add a little water and it’s usable. 3 gallons of fresh? Not much chance.
TRX · September 25, 2024 at 8:10 am
> In fact, I need to get everything that high winds will blow around easily into the garage.
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I thought it was traditional to let gazebos and awnings resume their migratory patterns?
“Oh, look! A 6-foot K-Mart table umbrella in green and white. We don’t see those much any more.”
wojtek · September 25, 2024 at 6:33 pm
Let’s hope it turns out less dangerous than predicted. Good luck with everything! Stay safe.
Aesop · September 25, 2024 at 8:10 pm
Best wishes.
Hope it’s a nothingburger for you.
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