Hurricane Articles

1). Katrina - What Its Like To Be An Evacuee By : Rev. Michael Bresciani
With less than twenty four hours to go before hurricane Katrina hit land my wife and I started to pack up the car to leave St Bernard Parish Louisiana. We had to have the brakes repaired only an hour before we left. We had to depend on the kindness of a neighbor who was frantically working on the car as we loaded it with those things the officials said we should take with us.
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2). What Are Hurricanes? By : Burt Cotton
Katrina, Vince, Rita are the subject of lead stories in all the journals around the world. They have created a stir in the North Atlantic Ocean. Can you guess who they are…? No, they are not some super successful people or any genre of Hollywood stars. They are the names of hurricanes. Sounds familiar? Do you know what is a hurricane? Hurricane is a tropical cyclone with a speed of around 74 miles per hour characterized with heavy rains and winds.
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3). How to Prepare a “Bug Out” Laptop Kit By : TJ Smith
Can you imagine being away from your computer for an extended period of time? No internet, no email, no funny jokes, no games to play? Many people have found themselves in this position when the unexpected happens. In the event of a natural disaster, terrorist event or a bird flu pandemic, having access to your computer could be a lifesaver. Are you.
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4). How To Find And Install The Best Hurricane Windows By :
Hurricane windows were first developed in response to the disaster of Hurricane Andrew in South Florida in August of 1992. They are effective for protecting your home from high winds and flying debris. They can be installed during construction or added later as a home improvement project. The cost of these windows is comparable with other high quality windows.
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5). Why Your Florida Home Should Be A Poured Solid Concrete Home By : Tom Beaty
There are advantage of buying or building a concrete home, there are many other benefits to building with concrete, and especially steel reinforced, poured concrete, that the average Florida home buyer may not be aware of. Solid concrete home are able to withstand hurricane and tornado force winds, are resistant to heat, fire, water damage, wood rot and insect infestation.
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6). Will Hurricane Ernesto Hit New Orleans Similar To Katrina? By : David Maillie
It appears that as of right now Hurricane Ernesto is going to become a hurricane on Sunday. Will it becoma a major hurricane and head towards New Orleans? Here is the latest research on this potentially dangerous storm. This one could become another Katrina.
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7). Hurricane Aftermath Health & Safety Tips By : Robert Palmer
With the record-setting hurricane season of 2005, it is never too soon to begin preparing for the 2006 season, which has been predicted to have an above average number of hurricanes. EHA has over 25 years of experience with mold related matters and can assist you with assessment of the property and your health concerns. EHA’s teams of qualified professionals are ready to respond immediately with offices in West Palm Beach and Tampa Bay, Florida.
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8). Hurricane Lane Hits Mexico As Dangerous Category 3 Hurricane By : David Maillie
Hurricane Lane is a very powerful category 3 hurricane as it makes landfall on the pacific coast in rural Mexico. Hurricane Lane could be very devastating as it has a lot of power and possesses a lot of similarities to the great Mexico hurricane of 1959 (the greatest and most devastating hurricane in east Pacific Ocean history). Hurricane Lane could be a terrible disaster. You need to read this.
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9). First Anniversary of a Natural Disaster By : Carol McClelland
Copyright 2006 Transition Dynamics Enterprises, Inc. Any time a natural disaster such as a hurricane, earthquake, fire, or tornado strikes, there’s a flurry of attention right after the event and over the next few weeks or months. Then the survivors are left to pull their lives back together again. What most people don’t realize is that as the first anniversary approaches, the survivors may experience a welling up of emotions.
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10). Leave Your Homes and Run By : Darren Robinson
What would you do if city authorities ordered you to evacuate ? There are only two choices - comply or refuse, and neither is going to be much fun. For many it means loading up the car with their family, pets and anything else that fits, then joining heavy traffic to shuffle towards an uncertain future. While the upheaval is inconvenient at best, choosing to stay could be the biggest gamble of your life.
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11). Hurricane Season 2006: Four Steps To An Efficient Evacuation. By : Paul Purcell
It’s hard to believe it’s already hurricane season, and it’s also hard to believe that this season is projected to be as bad as or worse than last year’s season that saw hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma. We’re here to help you prepare, but rather than repeat the usual “flashlight and first aid kit” disaster preparedness checklist, we’re going to give you a few details that will help your family plan an efficient evacuation should a severe hurricane threaten your area.
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12). The True Price of Success By : Charles Burke
Standing in the gale-force winds, the kid was looking queasy. We could all see the storm was growing more intense. The rain had already plastered his hair to his forehead and his new black suit was starting to cling to him in ways Mr. Armani never intended. A typhoon was coming -- the seventh this summer to hit Japan -- and the kid's job, as newest employee, was to stand in front of a TV camera while the weather buffeted him about for the nation to watch.
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13). Working From Home - Plan Ahead For When Disaster Or Tragedy Occurs By : Jill Hart
Disasters or family tragedies can strike families in many forms – Mother Nature, sickness and even computer problems can cause major difficulties for your business. Do you have a plan of action on how you will handle your home-based business if disaster were to strike? If not, you absolutely need to. Having a plan ensures that you can not only keep your business running, but decrease stress because you have already prepared for the unexpected.
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14). Religion and Disasters By : Darren Robinson
When natural disasters occur, do you blame God ? Many people do ! Whatever your religion (or lack thereof), it's very tempting to attribute all major disasters to an Almighty Being, casting its rage down upon mankind. To do so gives comfort, even in the face of death, carnage and despair, because if God is responsible then at least someone is in charge, and hopefully they have a master plan which will culminate sometime in the future as something good and perhaps wonderful.
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15). How You Should Prepare Your House For A Hurricane By : David Stone
Preparing your house for a hurricane is very important, and it does not need to be a difficult task when done properly. Most of the things that are important for protecting your home can be done in advance so you have everything you need when a storm comes your way. The most important thing to have for any home is window protection. Windows are the weakness of any structure, but they do provide the light that is necessary for everyday living.
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16). How Vinyl Replacement Windows Can Save You Money By : Charles Mohaney
Imagine the home of your dreams. Is the old colonial style home that has historical significance but could use some updating? Perhaps it is the 1960s rambling ranch that gives you more single floor living space than you’ve ever dreamed of. If you have or would like to have an older home, chances are it could use some updating. One of the best ways to add value to your older home is by replacing the windows.
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17). Choosing Hurricane Window Protection By : Ciara McNamara
Hurricane window protection helps safeguard the most vulnerable part of your house in the event of a storm. High winds can send projectiles flying through your windows. The high pressure that results from the glass break can either blow out the windows on the other side or take off your roof. Proper protection is essential to prevent this from happening to you.
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18). Sometimes Typhoons Come By : Charles Burke
Tonight half of southern Japan is hunched down awaiting the arrival of the typhoon. This is #15 for the Pacific region this year, and the third one in about six weeks to come our way. By the way, if you're not quite sure what a typhoon is, it's the Asian name for tropical storms or hurricanes. Our little town of about 18,000 has only one industry.
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19). New Orleans, Louisiana, USA By : Darren Robinson
In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina smashed into a heavily populated part of the USA, specifically the city of New Orleans in the state of Louisiana. The city was ruined. Over 1,100 people died. Known as the "Crescent City", the city of New Orleans, in the US state of Louisiana, had a population of just under half a million people, with Greater New Orleans bringing the figure up to 1.
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20). Make Your Property Stand Out With Casement Windows By : Ken Morris
Windows are a very important aspect of any property and can make all the difference to the way the property looks and feels. With the right windows you can make your home really stand out amongst the crowd, giving it a unique and classy look both inside and out. Whether you are carrying out a full home improvement program or whether you simply wish to change the windows in your home this type of improvement can not only make your property look and feel much better but can also add value to your home.
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21). Hurricane Preparedness Tips By : Terry Fitzroy
Hurricanes are a powerful force of nature that thrives on the oceans where they are born but as they move inland they can be disastrous with heavy rains and winds. There is no town, city, or country that is safe from the fury of Mother Nature. So the best thing to do is be prepared and these hurricane preparedness tips will help you do just that.
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22). When Rules Fail By : Darren Robinson
When disaster strikes, why does law and order break down almost immediately ? Whether it is a natural or man-made event, why do the people in the vicinity sudenly act as though laws don't exist ? During electricity failures some cities experience looting. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina there was intimidation and shootings. Race and poverty-related riots occur frequently in major cities.
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23). Hurricane Proof Computer By : Joe Uantu
Hurricanes cause billions of dollars in damage each year, including damage to computers. Unfortunately, computers can be much harder to replace if lost than other electronics because of the data contained on their hard drives and time spent tweaking and overclocking them. Being a Katrina evacuee and survivor myself, I know how important a computer can be after a natural disaster.
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24). Katrina Most Expensive US Disaster By : J Schipper
Hurricane Katrina was the greatest disaster ever recorded for the United States in terms of property damage, which is estimated to be $75 billion dollars. However, it is not the deadliest U.S. hurricane on record. Other major storms are the 1928 Okeechobee Hurricane, which killed at least 4,075 people and caused around $100 million in damage ($800 million in 2005 terms, adjusting for inflation). Hurricane Andrew caused $26 billion ($45 billion in 2005 terms) in damages (mo...
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25). Hurricane Shutters For Your Home By : Jerry Cahill
Do you know how to prepare for a hurricane? Did you know that even the most sturdy house is cannot withstand a hurricane if the windows are blown out? This makes hurricane shutters essential.
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