Every 13 to 18 years, a hurricane tracks within 50 miles of southern New England. Hurricanes Bob (and Carol) were the two most recent hurricanes that made landfall in New England. Hurricane season in New England generally occurs between June-November, but it may start earlier. Make sure you are aware of the weather forecast so that you can take necessary precautions. Hurricanes can be very dangerous for people and property. Here are some things you should remember during hurricane season.
Tropical storm Hanna
Hurricane season is here again, and Tropical storm Hanna is heading towards New England. The satellite that is monitoring Hanna has captured this incredible picture of Hanna's winds 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. 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. As it passes to the northeast, the threat of coastal flooding will diminish.
Hanna has sustained winds of 60 mph or more. Hanna's center was located near latitude 20.3 north and longitude 78.5 west, approximately 305 miles northeast of the northern Leeward Islands. Hanna was traveling northward at 12 mph when it made its first landfall. However, it is expected to move northwest throughout the day. Its lowest central pressure is 1002 milibars.
Hurricane Bob
Hurricane Bob was the most devastating storm to hit New England during hurricane season. It caused considerable damage and killed 18. The storm caused $2.5 billion damage to New England in total and $1 billion in Southern New England. 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. However, as it was a Category 3 hurricane, it produced winds of over 75 mph and ripped up coastlines. Some areas, like Cape Cod, saw storm surges of seven feet. Many coastal communities were affected by the storm surge and suffered power outages.
Hurricane Bob was the second-most powerful hurricane to strike New England during hurricane season. It peaked with maximum sustained winds of 115 mph (185 km/h). It caused widespread destruction and extensive damage to 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 in 2013, with high winds and a storm surge of more than 14 feet. The storm caused major flooding in southern New England. It was particularly severe in New Bedford, Somerset and other areas. 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 4000 homes, cars, and boats were damaged. Many eastern Massachusetts towns were also without power due to the storm.
Hurricane Carol had a weakening phase prior to landfall in the eastern United States, but quickly intensified after it turned north and northeastward. The hurricane reached Category 2 status as it passed Cape Hatteras North Carolina, on August 30. Hurricane Carol's intensity was marked by sustained winds of 120 km/h for some areas, and gusts reaching up to 217 km/h for others.
FAQ
What should you do in a survival situation
It is not easy to think of what to say next. Make sure you're ready for anything. It is important to be able to quickly react to any unexpected problems.
You must also be ready to improvise if you find yourself in a situation where you're not sure what to do.
If you are in a survival situation, you will likely encounter problems such:
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Being stuck in a remote location
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Getting lost
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Limited food supply
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Running out of water
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Facing hostile people
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Facing wild animals
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Finding shelter
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Predators being fought
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Setting the flame
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Tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
What are the essential skills required to survive in the wild?
If you live off the soil, you must learn how to build a fire. It's more than lighting a match. You must also learn how to make a fire with friction and flint. You also need to know how to avoid getting burned by the flames.
You'll need to know how to build shelter from natural materials, such as trees, grasses, leaves, etc. You'll need to know how best to use these materials to stay warm at night. You should also know how much water your body needs to survive.
Other Survival Skills
You can do other things to help you stay healthy, but they're not as vital as knowing how light a fire. Even though you can eat many types of animals and plants you won’t be cooking them if the fire doesn’t start.
You'll also need to know how best and where to find food, including edible plants and animals. If you don't know this, you may starve or become sick.
Why is knot-tying important for survival?
People all over the globe use knots to attach items like ropes, fishing lines and ladders. They are also useful for tying bags shut and securing objects to trees. The ability to make knots is an essential skill that can save lives when you need to tie yourself to a tree or rope or use them to secure your shelter.
What is the most important survival tool should you become lost?
The compass shows us the direction north. The compass also shows how far you have traveled from your starting point. The compass will not always point you in the right direction if there are mountains nearby. The compass can usually tell you where you are if you are on a flat surface.
You could also use a rock or a tree as a reference point if you don't own a compass. You would still need to find a landmark to orient yourself by, but at least you'd know which direction was north.
How to stay calm in a survival situation?
For most situations, calmness and patience are key. It's easy to panic in a survival situation, especially if you are stranded somewhere far from civilization. However, staying calm and patient will help you deal with any situation.
It is important that you remember that you cannot control the outcome of a situation. Only you have control over how you respond. So even if you didn’t achieve all you wanted, you can still feel good.
If you find yourself in a survival scenario, it is important to remain calm and collected. This includes being mentally and physically ready.
Mental preparation is about setting realistic expectations for yourself and setting clear goals.
Physical preparation is ensuring you have enough food for the rescue and water.
You can now relax and enjoy the experience once you have done these two things.
What is the best survival tip?
You can survive by staying calm. Panic will make you fail and you will die.
Why is it important to have basic survival skills?
It may not be possible to have food and water at all times, but being prepared can help you live longer.
You need to learn how to care for others and yourself. You won't survive in a crisis if this is not something you know.
If you are going into the wilderness and need to stay alive, then you need to learn how to build shelters, make fires and find food.
These are skills everyone needs to have. These skills will help you stay safe and healthy during a camping trip.
Statistics
- The Dyrt PRO gives 40% campground discounts across the country (thedyrt.com)
- 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)
- 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)
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How To
How to Dress a Wound
To learn how to properly treat a wound, it takes a lot of effort. You need to be familiar with basic information such as anatomy, medical instruments, and physiology. You may inflict injuries on yourself if your experience is not sufficient. You can dress a cut or wound by following these steps.
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Thoroughly clean the wound. Make sure you don't leave any dirt or foreign items in your wound. Place gauze over the wound after you have cleaned it. Wash your hands thoroughly with warm water before you touch the wound.
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Apply pressure. Do not forget to place two fingers on the wound's edge. Press firmly but gently. This step stops bleeding.
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Make sure to properly cover the wound. You should cover the wound with sterile material. You can use nonwoven fabric or adhesive strips to cover the wound with sterile bands. You can keep applying pressure to the wound until it heals completely.
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After treatment, continue to monitor the wound. Look out for signs like redness and swelling. These are signs that your wound is infected. Get to your doctor right away.
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You should change the bandage frequently. The bandage should be changed every day or whenever there are any signs of infection.
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Warm water and soap are sufficient to clean the skin. Follow the instructions. Do not use alcohol. It may dry out the wound.
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Avoid scratching the wound. Scratching causes the wound to bleed again.
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Be careful during bathing. Bathing increases the risk of getting an infection.
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Keep the wound clean and dry. Your body temperature will increase as you recover from surgery. High temperatures could cause problems. The wound should be kept dry and at a cool temperature.
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Seek medical attention if you are in pain. If you feel uncomfortable, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.