[MAJOR HURRICANE] Hurricane Dorian threatens to destroy Florida as it strengthens

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What we currently know about Hurricane Dorian:

• Dorian has strengthened immensely over the last 24 hours, reaching wind speeds exceeding 145 mph
  
  
• Warm sea surface temperatures and low wind shear have proved conducive for Dorian
  
  
• Maximum sustained winds are 130 kt[150 mph; 240 km/h]
  

Current storm information
Dorian now a category 5 - National Hurricane Center has underestimated strength of system, experts and analysis prove...

Hurricane Warning:

Hurricane-force conditions expected within 36 hours.

Northwestern Bahamas excluding Andros Island

Hurricane Watch:

Hurricane-force conditions possible within 48 hours.

Andros Island

If you're in the path of Dorian, here are some steps for safety:

Stay inside. Don't even think about going outside as you may get swept in the devastating floods brought in from the coast

Protect windows and doors. It's good to use permanent shutters or plywood to cover them as they have good amounts of strength and can withstand the effects of Florence

Keep local radio, NOAA radio, or TV stations on for more information

Download the Red Cross app for your mobile phone (only iPhones and Android)

Keep a hurricane lamp

Make sure all pets have identification tags

Store all lawn furniture, trash cans, toys and gardening tools inside to prevent them from being blown away

Find local emergency shelters

Fill plastic bottles with emergency water

Fill bathtubs with water (conserve if you have none left)

Fill your car's gas tank

Unplug all small devices and turn off propane tanks

Buy a fire extinguisher as there may be fires from loose wires or faulty wires

Have a go-to pack and MAKE SURE you know safety points

What to have on hand as the storm approaches 

First aid kit and instructions

Fire extinguisher

Flashlights

Extra batteries

Sleeping bags, blankets

Cooking and eating utensils

Week-long supply of prescription medicines

Paper plates, cups and towels

Non-perishable food supply

Jumper cables

Maps

Roadside emergency kit

GPS

Cell phones and chargers

Cash

Toilet paper

Disinfectant

Plastic bucket with tight lid

Plastic garbage bags

Household bleach

Feminine supplies

Soap

Wet wipes

Rain gear

Sturdy shoes

What to do when the storm dissipates

Let friends and loved ones know you're safe. You can mark yourself safe on Facebook or use the Safe and Well website.

Document any property damage with photographs. Contact your insurance company for assistance.

Important notes

If you evacuated, return only once authorities say it's safe to do so.

Be alert for tornadoes. As hurricanes are caused by warm, moist air that rises, also known as the 'latent heat of condensation.' Tornadoes are spawned by this same phenomenon.

Avoid contact with floodwaters. They may be contaminated with sewage and dangerous animals.

Never walk or drive through floodwaters or flooded roads. The floor could collapse beneath you.

Look out for downed trees and unstable power lines. Do not go near them though, as you could suffer serious injury or death.

Do not drink tap water unless authorities say it is safe.

Last of all, I hope you're okay! Make sure you don't panic, you will be safe due to the modern structures that protect your life.

Did you know?

Hurricanes lose strength as they move over land!

The winds around the eye are usually the strongest.

The 1970 Bhola Cyclone killed over 300000 people in Bangladesh!

Satellite imagery of Hurricane Dorian [taken from nrlmry.navy.mil]:


Hurricane Dorian forecast cone [taken from nhc.noaa.gov]:

 
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