Earthquakes, hurricanes . . . I’m waiting for the locusts. We’re battening down the hatches here in New England in preparation for Hurricane Irene. I usually cast a skeptical eye on the sensationalist weather forecasting that seems to be the norm these days, but in this case, I think precautions are warranted. Best wishes to those of you also braving the storm down south.
Here’s what the National Hurricane Center says about preparing for a hurricane. Don’t forget to tuck your important papers someplace waterproof and close at hand. The NHC recommends “insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card,” but I’d add (as applicable) adoption papers, parentage orders, children’s birth certificates, powers of attorney, etc.
Be safe, everyone!