Every 13 to 18 year, a hurricane crosses within 50 miles (50 km) of southern New England. Hurricanes Bob and Carol were the most recent hurricanes to strike New England. Hurricane season in New England usually occurs from June to November, but it can start early. It's important to keep an eye on the weather and make sure you take all necessary precautions. Hurricanes can pose a danger to property and people. Here are some important things to remember when it comes to hurricane season.
Tropical storm Hanna
Hurricane season is here again, and Tropical storm Hanna is heading towards New England. This incredible image of Hanna's winds was captured by the satellite monitoring Hanna on Aug. 29, 2008. The image was taken at approximately 14:15 UTC or 10:33 a.m. EDT, and shows the wind intensity reflected by the clouds.
Today, the eye of Hanna is expected to pass over the eastern United States. It will then move northeastward into Mid-Atlantic. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall, as well as flash flooding and isolated tornadoes. Additionally, the coast storm surge is expected to occur today along the Chesapeake Bay as well as Albemarle sound. The risk of coastal flooding decreasing as it passes towards the northeast
Hanna is capable of sustained winds up to 60 mph and higher gusts. Hanna's central point was found near latitude 20.3 and longitude 7.8.5 west, approximately 355 miles northeast of the northern Leeward Islands. Hanna was moving northward at 12mph at the time it first landed, but will likely turn northwest in the course of the day. Its minimum central pressure is 1002 milibars.
Hurricane Bob
Hurricane Bob was one the most destructive hurricanes to hit New England in hurricane season. It caused considerable damage and killed 18. The storm caused significant damage and killed 18 people. It left $1 billion worth of damage in Southern New England. New England alone was hit with $2.5 trillion. Hurricane Bob was named the last major hurricane to hit the area. However, Hurricane Edouard made landfall on Nantucket during 1996.
Hurricane Bob made landfall in Massachusetts, near New Bedford. It also cut across Southeastern Massachusetts. In certain parts of the region, the storm dumped three to six inches worth of rain. The storm surge was a Category-3 hurricane and produced winds exceeding 75 mph. It also ripped apart coastlines. In some areas, such Cape Cod, the storm surge reached seven-foot heights. Numerous coastal towns were left with power outages and damage as a result.
Hurricane Bob was New England's second-most powerful storm during hurricane season. It reached its peak with sustained winds of 115 miles per hour (185 km/h). It caused much destruction and significant damage in the region. As a result, Bob was renamed to Bill in 1997, and the Atlantic hurricane season was officially started.
Hurricane Carol
Hurricane Carol struck New England during hurricane-season 2013. The storm surge was more than 14 feet high and brought heavy winds to the area. The storm caused severe flooding in southern New England, especially in New Bedford and Somerset. In addition, Hurricane Carol dropped two to five inches of rain on most of the region, with up to six inches falling in the Northeast. Nearly 4,000 homes and boats were also destroyed by the storm. The storm also knocked out power to most eastern Massachusetts towns.
Hurricane Carol had a weakening phase prior to landfall in the eastern United States, but quickly intensified after it turned north and northeastward. It reached Category 2 status on August 30 as it passed Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Hurricane Carol was intense with sustained winds up to 120 km/h in certain areas and gusts up to 217km/h elsewhere.
FAQ
What should you do immediately in a crisis situation?
Assess the situation immediately you are faced with an emergency. It is essential to understand what is going on around you, where you are, and how you got there.
You also need to know what you can expect from your environment. You may not be capable of using any communication methods if your environment is remote.
If you don’t know anything, it is a good idea to learn as much as you possibly can.
If you are in imminent danger, you should seek help right away. But if you're not in immediate danger, it might be worth taking some time to gather information to determine what happened.
Why are knot-tying skills important for survival
People all over the globe use knots to attach items like ropes, fishing lines and ladders. They can also be used to tie bags shut, secure objects to trees, or create shelters. When you are required to tie yourself to a tree, rope, or secure your shelter, the ability to make knots can be a lifesaver.
How long does it take to find help after becoming lost?
This depends on several variables:
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Wherever you are
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What type of terrain do you have?
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Whether you have cell phone reception
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How many people have seen you?
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Whether you have been injured
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How dehydrated you are
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Whether you have been drinking water
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No matter how recently you ate
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It does not matter if your clothing is appropriate
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No matter if you're carrying a compass or a map,
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Are you familiar with the area?
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How much time has passed since you became lost
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How long have you spent searching for help?
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How long does it take people to notice your missing items?
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How fast they decide that you are available for them to search
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How many rescuers are you able to attract?
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How many rescues has your family received?
Statistics
- Not only does it kill up to 99.9% of all waterborne bacteria and parasites, but it will filter up to 1,000 liters of water without the use of chemicals. (hiconsumption.com)
- We know you're not always going to be 100% prepared for the situations that befall you, but you can still try and do your best to mitigate the worst circumstances by preparing for a number of contingencies. (hiconsumption.com)
- The downside to this type of shelter is that it does not generally offer 360 degrees of protection and unless you are diligent in your build or have some kind of tarp or trash bags, it will likely not be very resistant to water. (hiconsumption.com)
- Without one, your head and neck can radiate up to 40 percent of your body heat. (dec.ny.gov)
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How To
How to Build A Lean-To Shelter
You will find lean-tos all over the United States. They are typically made of wood, metal poles covered with tarps. The walls, ceiling and floor are typically built first before the roof is added.
When the weather is not favorable for permanent shelter, a lean-to shelter can be constructed on the side of a structure. It can also be called a "leaning-to shed", "leaning-to cabin", or "leaning-to house".
There are many types to lean-tos.
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A simple wooden frame with a tarpaulin covering. This type of lean-to is commonly seen in rural areas.
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Lean-to tent made up of a frame of poles that supports a tarpaulin.
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A lean to cabin, also known by the "cabin-on frame", is a structure that consists of a platform supported on beams and posts.
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A leanto shed, also known under the name "shelter–on–a-pole" or “paddock shed”, is made of a frame of poles supported by a cover.
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A lean-to garage also called a "garage-on-stilts" or "overhang," consists of a steel framework resting on concrete stilts.
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A lean to studio is also known by the names "studio-on a-frame" and "studio-on a-post". It consists a framework consisting of two parallel horizontal members, (posts), as well as one perpendicular member.
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A lean-to greenhouse, also called a "greenhouse-on-a-post," consists of three parallel horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular member (beam), and a canopy.