Hurricane Earl Picking Up Speed: Store Your Food & Water Now

The National Hurricane Center states that Hurricane Earl is sweeping across the Northern Leeward Islands and warnings have been issued for the U.S. Virgin Islands. Currently the maximum sustained winds of this storm are 105 mph but is expected to turn into a major storm. A watch is in effect for Puerto Rico and Earl is moving west-northwest about 15 mph. Those who are prepared should already have plenty of food, water and money.

Although Earl is not expected to greatly affect Florida, Georgia, or South Carolina, people should still prepare in these states by stocking up on food, water, and money (cash). Following hurricane seasons 2004/2005, many people learned that a hurricane has a mind of its own and predictions can only go so far. Food, water, money, and any medications are probably some of the most important items people can add to their emergency kits when facing a storm like Earl.

This hurricane season has been relatively quiet, however September is the most active month for hurricanes. Hurricane Earl is the second of a string of storms coming off the coast of Africa. NOAA has predicted an above normal hurricane season and expects 4-6 major hurricanes this year. Earl is the second major storm of the season. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1^st to November 30^th. People should have their hurricane plan ready before hurricane season begins in June by getting extra food, water and money.

To learn how to prepare for a hurricane such as Earl, what items to gather such as food, water, and money, what to expect, shelters, and what to do with your pets please visit this important FEMA website. Preparing you and your family by providing them with enough food, water and money may save you a lot of problems when a storm like Earl hits.

To track storms like Earl and others go to "NOAA", "myfoxhurricane" or "Storm Pulse." If you are in the track of Earl, please prepare now by stocking up on supplies such as food, water, and money. Some people wait until the grocery stores have been gutted. It's better to be safe than sorry, so plan ahead and be smart, especially with food and water supplies.

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Authors' Disclaimer: While every caution has been taken to provide my readers with the most accurate information, please use your discretion before making any decisions based on the information in this article.

Resources

http://www.myfoxhurricane.com/
http://www.stormpulse.com/
http://www.cpc.noaa.gov/products/outlooks/hurricane.shtml
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/hurricanes.html