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OT no brakes on Hurricanes
Polly, that's a hint I've never heard before, but a good one. You're
right, flushing is good! I always have drinking water in jugs around (or at least distilled water that I use for my CPAP machine), but never thought of flushing water. Donna in Idaho "Polly Esther" wrote in message ... Hurricane weather folks are saying that too many are taking a cavalier attitude about Earl. . . and mentioned that some areas of the east coast haven't had a ferocious hurricane since 1991. Judy, I'm so glad that you know the drill. Don't forget to put your kitchen trash can into the bathtub and fill it with water. That will let you flush if you loose power/water. Safe, warm and fed - those are good. So is flushing. Polly __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 5416 (20100901) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com |
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OT no brakes on Hurricanes
It seems to me that most of the hurricane preparation articles are written
by people who have never tried it themselves. Many recommend filling your bathtub with water. That might work for a few hours but if the rascal's drain leaks you are in big trouble. Polly "Donna in Idaho" Polly, that's a hint I've never heard before, but a good one. You're right, flushing is good! I always have drinking water in jugs around (or at least distilled water that I use for my CPAP machine), but never thought of flushing water. Donna in Idaho "Polly Esther" ... Hurricane weather folks are saying that too many are taking a cavalier attitude about Earl. . . and mentioned that some areas of the east coast haven't had a ferocious hurricane since 1991. Judy, I'm so glad that you know the drill. Don't forget to put your kitchen trash can into the bathtub and fill it with water. That will let you flush if you loose power/water. Safe, warm and fed - those are good. So is flushing. Polly |
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OT no brakes on Hurricanes
Polly, in Florida our power in the park is turned off fairly often, but we
have advanced notice so we fill a small trash can with water to be able to flush 2 or 4 times until the water is turned back on. About Cajun cooking and eating------dear son used to work at Lowe's and a new worker from Miss came in. He heard son talking about camping and cooking up his catch of fish. He asked son if he would like to join him during lunch break to cook up a mess of "bugs". They both enjoyed the time together! Barbara in SC "Polly Esther" wrote in message ... It seems to me that most of the hurricane preparation articles are written by people who have never tried it themselves. Many recommend filling your bathtub with water. That might work for a few hours but if the rascal's drain leaks you are in big trouble. Polly "Donna in Idaho" Polly, that's a hint I've never heard before, but a good one. You're right, flushing is good! I always have drinking water in jugs around (or at least distilled water that I use for my CPAP machine), but never thought of flushing water. Donna in Idaho "Polly Esther" ... Hurricane weather folks are saying that too many are taking a cavalier attitude about Earl. . . and mentioned that some areas of the east coast haven't had a ferocious hurricane since 1991. Judy, I'm so glad that you know the drill. Don't forget to put your kitchen trash can into the bathtub and fill it with water. That will let you flush if you loose power/water. Safe, warm and fed - those are good. So is flushing. Polly |
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OT no brakes on Hurricanes
Actually, BTDT! Okinawa - we filled the bathtub itself with water for
flushing, and left a small bucket near it to move the water!! -- We also had water running into the house through the power outlets! Of course, all the outer windows there had typhoon-shutters built in so none got shattered! Had three days of "roast beef sandwiches by candlelight" before we got power back. Since the water to Navy housing was also derived (via a "cleaning plant") from a part of the local sewer system, the leaching from ground water made the water undrinkable for more than a week until repairs were made - so a huge water truck made the rounds of the base, and we all took our 5 gal. jugs out to be refilled. We were one of the few that had an outside BBQ (brought inside during the storm) -- so we could boil water and make coffee for us (and the neighbors!). No storm should EVER be taken lightly! ME-Judy On Sep 1, 10:51*pm, "Polly Esther" wrote: Hurricane weather folks are saying that too many are taking a cavalier attitude about Earl. . . and mentioned that some areas of the east coast haven't had a ferocious hurricane since 1991. *Judy, I'm so glad that you know the drill. *Don't forget to put your kitchen trash can into the bathtub and fill it with water. *That will let you flush if you loose power/water. Safe, warm and fed - those are good. *So is flushing. *Polly |
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OT no brakes on Hurricanes
If you have a leaky drain, you buy one of those large rubber drain
covers. G ME-Judy On Sep 2, 8:18*am, "Polly Esther" wrote: It seems to me that most of the hurricane preparation articles are written by people who have never tried it themselves. * * Many recommend filling your bathtub with water. *That might work for a few hours but if the rascal's drain leaks you are in big trouble. *Polly "Donna in Idaho" Polly, *that's a hint I've never heard before, but a good one. *You're right, flushing is good! *I always have drinking water in jugs around (or at least distilled water that I use for my CPAP machine), but never thought of flushing water. Donna in Idaho |
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OT on Hurricanes from Pat VA
We have finally heard from our Pat in VA who is in Hurricane Earl's path.
She can't 'do' rctq just now but has battened down her hatches. We will hold Pat and Judie and our other quilters in harm's way close in our prayers. Polly "ME-Judy" wrote in message ... Actually, BTDT! Okinawa - we filled the bathtub itself with water for flushing, and left a small bucket near it to move the water!! -- We also had water running into the house through the power outlets! Of course, all the outer windows there had typhoon-shutters built in so none got shattered! Had three days of "roast beef sandwiches by candlelight" before we got power back. Since the water to Navy housing was also derived (via a "cleaning plant") from a part of the local sewer system, the leaching from ground water made the water undrinkable for more than a week until repairs were made - so a huge water truck made the rounds of the base, and we all took our 5 gal. jugs out to be refilled. We were one of the few that had an outside BBQ (brought inside during the storm) -- so we could boil water and make coffee for us (and the neighbors!). No storm should EVER be taken lightly! ME-Judy On Sep 1, 10:51 pm, "Polly Esther" wrote: Hurricane weather folks are saying that too many are taking a cavalier attitude about Earl. . . and mentioned that some areas of the east coast haven't had a ferocious hurricane since 1991. Judy, I'm so glad that you know the drill. Don't forget to put your kitchen trash can into the bathtub and fill it with water. That will let you flush if you loose power/water. Safe, warm and fed - those are good. So is flushing. Polly |
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OT on Hurricanes from Pat VA
Thanks Polly. When I saw the map of the path of the hurricane on our
weather news last night, I immediately thought of Pat. I didn't remember where Judie lives. .. In message , Polly Esther writes We have finally heard from our Pat in VA who is in Hurricane Earl's path. She can't 'do' rctq just now but has battened down her hatches. We will hold Pat and Judie and our other quilters in harm's way close in our prayers. Polly -- Best Regards Pat on the Green |
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OT on Hurricanes from Pat VA
Seems like Judie and Judy both could get some wind and rain but we'll hope
that's all. Wonder what Fiona's going to plan? Polly "Pat S" Thanks Polly. When I saw the map of the path of the hurricane on our weather news last night, I immediately thought of Pat. I didn't remember where Judie lives. . Polly Esther writes We have finally heard from our Pat in VA who is in Hurricane Earl's path. She can't 'do' rctq just now but has battened down her hatches. We will hold Pat and Judie and our other quilters in harm's way close in our prayers. Polly |
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OT no brakes on Hurricanes
I have a son in the Ohio National Guard. When he came home from Kosovo we
found that there were MREs packed with his stuff. We put a couple in each car with the other emergency supplies. Last year we figured they were getting too old to use (especially being carried in a hot car in the summer). We took the little sealed packets out that hold a pack of matches, a hand wipe, powdered drink mix, tiny bottle of Tabasco sauce, gum, and toilet paper. We also saved the sturdy plastic spoons and the chemical heat packs. We just tossed a couple of sealed packs in each glove compartment- they're waterproof, Anyone could make her own packs. waterproof container- heavy quart size zipper bag(double layer)-bags are handy as part of kit too purse pack of tissues bar of hotel soap matches tea bag, coffee bag, instant coffee pack, and/or water bottle size drink mix- what you would want 3 Band-Aids sugar, salt, & pepper packs from fast food meals hand wipe packet or 2 1 or 2 thin sanitary napkins- make good bandages for larger wounds, too reflective mylar blanket- I found some at the dollar store needle & thread in winter you could add: hot cocoa packet/ instant hot soup packet- they won't keep in the summer instant heat hand warmer packet That makes a bigger pack than the MRE ones, but still small enough to fit in my glove compartment "Taria" wrote in message ... DD keeps a 'bug out bag' in her trunk along side walking shoes. We are kind of on our own at the edge of no where so I guess she would bug out to the other side of no where. On Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:59:20 -0800, "Steven Cook" wrote: We all need to be ready. Right now it is the time for those in the Hurrican zone to have their survival kits and plans of action. Plains and Midwest, a good winter project for you would be to get ready for the next tornado season, if not right now since your season is not quite over. Forest fire areas, evacuation plans and what to quickly grab. Those of us in earthquake areas, act now. Our gallon green tea jugs are full of water to water the plants and in the event, they are our water source, as well as a crank radio and flashlight amongst other things. Winter areas, do you have a survival kit in your car? I will. A rubbermaid tote keeps it all contained in the trunk. Once the snow flies it comes out from under the workbench and into the car. Anyone else, do what you need to. Also, choose a meeting place should you become separated, and have an alternate. Also have a phone number of someone well away from your potential disaster area where you can all check in, and an alternate phone. As those of us once in Boy Scounts knew/know, our motto was Be Prepared. I even have basic supplies in my cabinet at school should there be an earthquake as the bridges could go out and I couldn't get home. Basic clothes, food, toiletries, and always in my backpack, in case I am stuck anywhere with nothing to do, some hand sewing/quilting project. You didn't think I would forget that would you?! Steven Alaska |
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