August, 2011: Earthquake hits New Jersey; Hurricane Irene Causes Jerseyians to Evacuate
Hubby and I were in the Midwest safe but worried. Our family, our pets, our home, our possession were all under warning. My daughter called to assure me that things were under control and all was safe. I could not help but add the words, “For now.” You see we live in a flood zone a few miles from the Atlantic, the Barnegat Bay, the lagoons.
I bought our bi-level, a Total Electric home, long before Nixon’s Energy Crisis. If the power goes out, nothing works – been there, done that. So over the years, we learned to be prepared. It’s all about being ready for the emergency while praying that it never happens. With a coal-burning stove, kerosene heater, water cooler, oil lamps, candles, propane grill, and a stock of food always on hand, neither wind nor rain nor snow nor sleet…. Funny, that is what the U. S. Postal Service advertises.
In a few days it will be the tenth anniversary of 9/11, a day that changed our lives forever and brought us into the War on Terrorism, the longest was we fought ever. No one was prepared back then for its wanton tragedy and destruction. Without power, phone lines, or transportation, those in NYC had little but their wits to help them get through that emergency. Too bad that the NYC Office of Emergency Management’s Ready New York wasn’t around at that time. Its Go-Kit bag, pocket radio,flashlight, first-aid kit, batteries, worker’s gloves, light sticks, emergency blanket, tissues, and whistle (approx. value $50) would have been invaluable.
I support the Ad Council and the New York City Office of Emergency Management’s Ready New York campaign. Just like a good scout is prepared, all of us too should be. Ask yourself, “How well am I prepared for a natural disaster or emergency?” Not sure, then go to the Ready New York’s Readiness Challenge tool, make some quick decisions, then go with it. The Readiness Challenge ties in the My Meeting Place Facebook application and other OEM materials.
September is National Preparedness Month. Get aware. Have you gathered a backpack with the things you really need to move in a hurry? You are not alone.
If the City can plan and rebuild for the future, don’t you think you would be wise to learn how to take action yourself? Hint:
#1 Make a plan.
#2 Get a kit.
#3 Be informed.
Meanwhile, one Ready New York Pack is yours to win. Here’s how to enter.
WIN IT!
ONE winner will receive a prize pack that includes: Go-Kit Bag, Pocket Radio, Flashlight, First-Aid Kit, Batteries, Worker’s Gloves, Light Sticks, Emergency Blankets, and more! ($50 value)
HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)
To enter take the Readiness Challenge and then leave a comment on this post telling me ow you did or what you learned.
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THE SMALL PRINT.
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 1:23 am
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 1:54 am
I learned I need an emergency kit. In an emergency, you don’t have time to scramble around looking for things you might need.
I have never been to NYC, that video kinda freaked me out at first. There are lots of terms referenced in the video, like burroughs and subways, that we don’t have around here.
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 1:55 am
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 8:11 am
I did pretty good. Always have a plan in place of where you would meet up.
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 9:25 am
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 12:55 pm
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on Sep 17th, 2011 at 3:01 pm
I did well – but it’s tough making the right decisions when you are in the middle of a situation. Living in NJ thru the recent earthquake/H Irene/subsequent floodings … yes, everyone should be doing this
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on Sep 18th, 2011 at 2:30 pm
I think I did pretty good, I did learn that Shelters are set up in public, buildings, such as schools, and only provide water and basic food. Think about the items you may need to care for you and your family and put them in your Go Bag
The items I never thought of adding was formula and extra baby bottles, diapers, small blanket, extra set of ear muffs for big guy, who can’t handle loud noises.. just simple things that I know we will need to make it more comfortable for everyone.
We have been with out our power for 4 days, with the freezing snow a few years back, we lived in our school gym during that time.. the only problem we had was, where does your pet stay… we were lucky that our local vet took in our pets and cared for them while we were away.
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on Sep 18th, 2011 at 4:21 pm
I did pretty well, but there is a lot of room for improvement of course. My family needs a more concrete plan of action in case of an emergency. Thanks for the chance to win!
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on Sep 23rd, 2011 at 10:56 am
I did very well…Everyone can prepare for emergencies by taking three steps: get a kit, make a plan, and be informed.
Thanks for the helpful giveaway!
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on Sep 26th, 2011 at 7:27 am
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