A hurricane moves within 50 miles of southern New England every 13-18 years. The last two hurricanes to make landfall in New England were Hurricanes Bob and Carol. Hurricane season in New England is usually between June and November. But it can begin earlier. You should check the weather forecast and take appropriate precautions. Hurricanes are very dangerous for both people and property. Here are some things you should remember during hurricane season.
Tropical storm Hanna
Hurricane season is upon us once again and Tropical Storm Hanna is headed for New England. This incredible image of Hanna's winds was captured by the satellite monitoring Hanna on Aug. 29, 2008. The image was taken on Aug. 29, 2008 at 14:15 UTC (or 10:33 EDT) and shows the wind intensities reflected by the clouds.
The eye of Hanna will be moving over the eastern United States today before moving northeastward to the Mid-Atlantic tomorrow. Heavy rainfall is expected, along with flash flooding and isolated tornadoes. Today, coastal storm surge is possible along the Chesapeake Bay or Albemarle Sounds. The risk of coastal flooding decreasing as it passes towards the northeast
Hanna has sustained winds of 60 mph or more. Hanna's centre was located at 20.3 north latitude and 78.5 west longitude, about 305 miles northeast the northern Leeward Islands. Hanna was moving northward near 12 mph at the time of its initial landfall, but is expected to turn northwest during the day. Its minimum pressure at the center is 1002 millibars.
Hurricane Bob
Hurricane Bob was one among the most destructive storms that hit New England during hurricane seasons. It caused severe damage and left 18 dead. The storm left a $1 billion damage bill in Southern New England and a damage bill of $2.5 billion in New England as a whole. 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 near New Bedford, Massachusetts and cut across Southeastern Massachusetts. The storm brought rain to some areas of the region. Although it was a Category-3 hurricane, the storm produced winds over 75 mph, and ripped up coastlines. The storm surge was seven feet high in certain areas like Cape Cod. 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. Maximum sustained winds reached 115 mph (185 km/h) at its peak. It left a path of destruction and a large amount of damage across the region. The Atlantic hurricane season officially began in 1997 when Bob was renamed Bill.
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. Hurricane Carol brought two to five inches of rain to the majority of the region. Northeasters saw up to six inches. Nearly 4000 homes, cars, and boats were damaged. The storm knocked out power in most of eastern Massachusetts.
Hurricane Carol was weakening in its initial phase, before making landfall in the eastern United States. The storm quickly intensified when it turned northward and northeastward. The hurricane reached Category 2 status as it passed Cape Hatteras North Carolina, on August 30. Hurricane Carol's intensity was characterised by sustained winds at 120 km/h or more in certain areas and gusts as high as 217 km/h elsewhere.
FAQ
What is the importance of basic survival skills?
Survival skills are essential for survival. They include the ability to build shelter, protect yourself from danger, and hunt, fish, as well as how to catch food. These skills are essential no matter where we live, but they become even more critical when traveling alone or in remote areas.
Other survival skills include navigation, self-defense and wilderness medicine. They are vital life-saving tools and should be used before venturing out into the unknown.
While you may not have the time or resources to learn these skills, there are many other useful skills that could be of benefit. If you want to spend your vacation hiking, learn about mountaineering. If you intend to camp in deserts, learn how extreme temperatures can be beaten. There are many options to prepare for any scenario, so don’t hesitate to explore new possibilities and learn new skills.
What is your best survival tip for the future?
The best way to survive is to stay calm. You will fail, make mistakes, and eventually die if you panic.
How can I select the right knife to fit my needs?
It is not easy to choose the right knife for you. There are so numerous brands out there that claim they are the best.
But which one is the best? Which one is the best?
First, you must consider what kind of tasks you plan to perform with your knife.
Do you have the ability to cut wood or skin animals?
Are you hunting or fishing with your knife? Is your knife meant for camping cooking or kitchen cutting
Will you use it to open cans and bottles? Are you going to open packages or boxes?
Is your knife strong enough to handle heavy loads?
What about cleaning it after every use? Is it something that you will be doing often?
Does it need to retain its edge well over time.
How to Navigate with or Without a Compass
While a compass won't show you where you are, it will help you locate your way home if you lose track of your direction.
You can navigate using three different methods:
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By landmarks
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By magnetic North (using a compass)
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By stars
Landmarks can be objects you recognize as soon as you see them. These include trees, buildings and rivers. Landmarks provide visual clues to where you live.
Magnetic North simply means the direction where the Earth’s magnetic field points. When you look up at the sky, you'll notice that the sun appears to be moving across the sky. However, the earth's magnet field causes the sun to move about the earth. Although it appears that the sun is moving across the sky and around the horizon, it actually does so. The sun is directly overhead at noon. The sun is directly below your eyes at midnight. Because the earth's magnetic field changes constantly, the exact direction of its magnetic North pole is always changing. This can mean that you could be off track for a few days.
Stars can also be used to navigate. Stars appear over the horizon to rise and lower. These are fixed points in time that you can use for determining your location relative others.
What is the most important survival tool should you become lost?
The compass shows us the direction north. It also tells us how far we've traveled since our beginning point. The compass will not always point you in the right direction if there are mountains nearby. However, if you're in a flat area, the compass should be able to show you the way.
You could also use a rock or a tree as a reference point if you don't own a compass. Even though you still need a landmark to help you orient yourself, it's a good idea to have one.
Statistics
- In November of 1755, an earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 6.0 and a maximum intensity of VIII occurred about 50 miles northeast of Boston, Massachusetts. (usgs.gov)
- so you can be 100 percent hands-free, and there's less chance you'll put your torch down and lose it. (nymag.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)
- 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)
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How to Purify Water in Emergency Situations
When natural disasters strike, the most important activity is water purification. Filtration, disinfection, storage are all part of the process to purify drinking water. Clean water has been a lifesaver during emergency situations. It helps people recover quicker after disasters.
Purified water should never be exposed to direct sunlight. Purified water should not be stored with oxygen. You can use plastic bags and bottles to store purified water if there are not enough containers. Keep the water at 4°C (40°F) or less. Avoid freezing the water to prevent ice crystals from forming.
These steps should be followed when purifying water
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Boil water in a saucepan until it boils. Remove any remaining impurities by pouring the boiling water through a strainer.
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One teaspoon of iodine should be added to each 2 gallons. Stir thoroughly before adding the iodine.
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Store the water in airtight containers. Do not keep the water longer than three days.
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Include the following information on the container: date, type, and quantity of water
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Be sure to ensure safe water supply!