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Hurricane Season 2016:

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First-aid kit Keep items in waterproof container. • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Various sizes of sterile, adhesive bandages. Sterile gauze pads and roller bandages in a variety of sizes. Hypoallergenic adhesive tape. Scissors and tweezers. Needle, for sewing. Bars of soap in plastic bags. Antiseptic spray. Hydrogen peroxide. Rubbing alcohol. Iodine. Thermometer. Ointments for burns and cuts. Latex gloves. Aspirin, ibuprofen and antacid.

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Canned food. Manual can opener. Pudding, applesauce, fruit. Individually packaged drinks. Raisins and other dried fruits. Nuts. Energy bars. Ready-made baby formula. Baby food in jars. Unscented bleach.

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Water: At least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days; also, make extra ice before the storm hits. Food: At least enough for 3 to 7 days, mostly nonperishable packaged or canned food, juices. Blankets, pillows, etc. Items for infants or the elderly. Snacks. Nonelectric can opener. Cooking tools, fuel. Paper plates, plastic utensils. Clothing. Rain gear. First-aid kit, medicines, prescription drugs. Sturdy shoes. Toys, books and games. Toiletries. Hygiene items. Moisture wipes. Flashlight, batteries. Battery-operated, NOAA weather radios. Keys. Cash: Banks and automatedteller machines may not be open for a while. Important documents in waterproof container. Insurance, medical records, bank-account numbers, Social Security card, etc. Videotape that documents all valuables. Tools: Keep a set with you. Vehicle fuel tanks filled. Proper IDs, immunization records for pets.

Things you should have ready:

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SMITHFIELD

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Ivor

Benn’s Church

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60 Exit 14 & 284

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Driver 664

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RICHMOND

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Princess Anne

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Back Bay

GREENSVILLE

Evacuation Routes If officials order an evacuation for your area, use one of these designated routes to leave the Hampton Roads region. Get familiar with these routes and plan to leave early to avoid major traffic delays. Peninsula ■ Interstate 64 ■ Interstate 664 North ■ U.S. Route 17 North ■ U.S. Route 60 West ■ Route 143 During severe weather, the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry is removed from service and should not be considered part of a reliable evacuation plan.

Southside (South of I-264) ■ Interstates 64 & 264 ■ Interstate 664 North Monitor Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel ■ U.S. Route 17 North ■ U.S. Route 58 West ■ U.S. Route 460 West ■ Route 10 West Eastern Shore All Eastern Shore residents will use U.S. Route 13 North toward Salisbury, Maryland.

The Chesapeake Bay BridgeTunnel is not an evacuation route. For closure information, visit www.cbbt.com

Evacuating Norfolk and Virginia Beach (North of I-264)

Lane reversal Interstate 64 is the only route with a lane reversal plan, but it is not the only way out of the area. In the event of a hurricane or other disaster, the governor can order a lane reversal of the eastbound lanes on I-64 to help evacuate Hampton Roads. During a lane reversal, traffic will travel west on I-64 from Norfolk to Richmond beginning just east of the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel in Norfolk (Exit 273), and continue to the I-295 interchange in Richmond (Exit 200). For more information on the I-64 lane reversal and emergency hurricane gates, please visit the online guide at www.virginiadot.org.

Reversing I-64 ■ All traffic entering I-64 at 4th View Street (Exit 273) will travel in the reversed eastbound lanes to travel westbound. ■ Motorists traveling westbound on I-64 before 4th View Street

will be directed onto the reversed eastbound lanes. ■ All traffic entering I-64 west of the Hampton Roads BridgeTunnel will travel in the normal westbound lanes. There are only two possible exits from the reversed lanes between Norfolk and I-295 in Richmond: ■ Exit 234 in Williamsburg (Route 199) for gas, food, lodging and hospital ■ Exit 205 in Bottoms Bridge for gas and food Without exiting, motorists on the reversed lanes can also access a temporary comfort station on I-64 near Jefferson Avenue (near Exit 255) and the rest areas in New Kent County (between exits 214 and 211). Motorists exiting the reversed lanes at Exit 234 or Exit 205 cannot re-enter the reversed lanes. If motorists exit the reversed lanes, they can re-enter I-64 using only the normal westbound ramps. Motorists traveling in the I-64 westbound lanes can exit and enter the interstate as usual, though some entrance and exit ramps could be closed for traffic control. Source: Virginia Department of Emergency Management

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How to handle hurricanes’ utility and service outages After a big storm, expect utilities and services to be disrupted. Here’s what you need to know: Debris — Pile debris as neatly and as close to the street as you can. But if you can’t identify it, don’t touch it. Keep debris from piling up around utility poles; repairs may be delayed if pathways are impeded. Take care in handling debris; wear thick gloves, boots and goggles. Try to avoid using a chain saw unless you are experienced using one. Cable — Your cable TV service will be out as long as you have no power. If cable service is not restored once power is back on, call your cable company. Garbage — Call your local trash hauler to find out when pickup will resume. Meanwhile, double-bag all garbage in plastic bags and keep the bags in covered containers. Bag or box items such as broken parts of windows, doors and mirrors separately for safe handling. Spray the insides of the containers with insect

repellent to control pests. If the smell becomes unbearable, find a neighbor with a pickup truck who can haul the garbage to a central collection point. Natural gas — Avoid open flames and sparks, and call the fire department or your gas company if you smell or suspect leaking gas. Phones — Call your local phone company to report problems and schedule repairs. Be patient; it may take a while. Cordless phones won’t work if the electricity is off, so it’s a good idea to keep a corded phone in your home. It will work in the event power is out but phone lines are open. Cell phones — Cell-phone service can be spotty after a storm. However, text messages often go through even when voice connections can’t be made. © 2016 Tribune Newspapers

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❏ Turn off lights and computers when not in use. ❏ Wash clothes in cold water if possible; wash only full loads and clean the dryer’s lint trap after each use. ❏ When using a dishwasher, wash full loads and use the light cycle. If possible, use the rinse only cycle and turn off the high temperature rinse option.When the regular wash cycle is done, just open the dishwasher door to allow the dishes to air dry. ❏ Replace incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient compact fluorescent lights.

How do I prepare for a power outage? To help preserve your food, keep the following supplies in your home: ❏ One or more coolers—Inexpensive Styrofoam coolers work well. ❏ Ice—Surrounding your food with ice in a cooler or in the refrigerator will keep food colder for a longer period of time during a prolonged power outage. ❏ A digital quick-response thermometer— With these thermometers you can quickly check the internal temperatures of food to ensure they are cold enough to use safely. Put together an emergency preparedness kit with these supplies in case of a prolonged or widespread power outage: • Water—one gallon per person, per day (3-day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home) • Food—non-perishable, easy-toprepare items (3-day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home) • Flashlight (NOTE: Do not use candles during a power outage due to the extreme risk of fire.) • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible) • Extra batteries • First aid kit • Medications (7-day supply) and medical items • Multi-purpose

Sudden power outages can be frustrating and troublesome, especially when they last a long time. If a power outage is 2 hours or less, you need not be concerned about losing your perishable foods. For prolonged power outages, though, there are steps you can take to minimize food loss and to keep all members of your household as comfortable as possible.

tool • Sanitation and personal hygiene items • Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, insurance policies) • Cell phone with chargers • Family and emergency contact information • Extra cash ❏ If someone in your home is dependent on electric-powered, life-sustaining equipment, remember to include backup power in your evacuation plan. ❏ Keep a non-cordless telephone in your home. It is likely to work even when the power is out. ❏ Keep your car’s gas tank full.

What should I do during a power outage? Keep food as safe as possible. ❏ Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. First use perishable food from the refrigerator. An unopened refrigerator will keep foods cold for about 4 hours. ❏ Then use food from the freezer. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) if the door remains closed. ❏ Use your non-perishable foods and staples after using food from the refrigerator and freezer. ❏ If it looks like the power outage will continue beyond a day, prepare a cooler with ice for your freezer items. ❏ Keep food in a dry, cool spot and keep it covered at all times.

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Electrical equipment ❏ Turn off and unplug all unnecessary electrical equipment, including sensitive electronics. ❏ Turn off or disconnect any appliances (like stoves), equipment or electronics you were using when the power went out. When power comes back on, surges or spikes can damage equipment. ❏ Leave one light turned on so you’ll know when the power comes back on. ❏ Eliminate unnecessary travel, especially by car. Traffic lights will be out and roads will be congested. Using generators safely ❏ When using a portable generator, connect the equipment you want to power directly to the outlets on the generator. Do not connect a portable generator to a home’s electrical system. ❏ If you are considering getting a generator, get advice from a professional, such as an electrician. Make sure that the generator you purchase is rated for the power that you think you will need.

What should I do when the power comes back on? ❏ Do not touch any electrical power lines and keep your family away from them. Report downed power lines to the appropriate officials in your area.

Throw out unsafe food. ❏ Throw away any food that has been exposed to temperatures 40° F (4° C) for 2 hours or more or that has an unusual odor, color or texture.When in doubt, throw it out! ❏ Never taste food or rely on appearance or odor to determine its safety. Some foods may look and smell fine, but if they have been at room temperature too long, bacteria causing food-borne illnesses can start growing quickly. Some types of bacteria produce toxins that cannot be destroyed by cooking. ❏ If food in the freezer is colder than 40° F and has ice crystals on it, you can refreeze it. ❏ If you are not sure food is cold enough, take its temperature with the food thermometer. Throw out any foods (meat, poultry, fish, eggs and leftovers) that have been exposed to temperatures higher than 40° F (4° C) for 2 hours or more, and any food that has an unusual odor, color or texture, or feels warm to touch. Caution: Carbon Monoxide Kills ❏ Never use a generator, grill, camp stove or other gasoline, propane, natural gas or charcoal-burning devices inside a home, garage, basement, crawlspace or any partially enclosed area. Locate unit away from doors, windows and vents that could allow carbon monoxide to come indoors. ❏ The primary hazards to avoid when using alternate sources for electricity, heating or cooking are carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock and fire. ❏ Install carbon monoxide alarms in central locations on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas to provide early warning of accumulating carbon monoxide. ❏ If the carbon monoxide alarm sounds, move quickly to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door. ❏ Call for help from the fresh air location and remain there until emergency personnel arrive to assist you.

Let Your Family Know You’re Safe If your community experiences a disaster, register on the American Red Cross Safe and Well Website available through RedCross.org to let your family and friends know about your welfare. If you don’t have Internet access, call 1-866-GET-INFO to register yourself and your family.

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construction site. Instead of the lengthy process of building a wood frame, ICFs interlock (like Lego) to assemble a rocksolid envelope. According to Nudura, a leading innovator in this field, the immediate homeowner benefits are as follows: you get impact-resistance from wind up to 250 miles per hour; a fireresistance rate up to four hours; a greater sound barrier for more peace and quiet inside; energy cost-savings up to 50 percent; a home with even temperatures in every room; and thanks to far less wood everywhere causing mold and toxins, occupant breathing is cleaner and easier. The material planned for your walls is a decision to be made early in the process and more information is available online at nudura.com. TF15A628

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How to file an insurance claim ■

Try to call your insurance agent immediately.

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Begin making temporary repairs to prevent further damage.

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SAVE ALL RECEIPTS. Do not attempt to make permanent repairs until an insurance adjuster has inspected the home.

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Most homeowner-insurance policies provide for removal of trees or branches that have fallen on your home.

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If your home is uninhabitable or you move somewhere else temporarily, let your insurer know where you can be reached.

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Don’t assume that adjusters will know what street they are on; street signs may have blown away. Industry officials say spray-painting important

information on homes after a hurricane is effective. Your name and correct address should be sufficient for an adjuster to match you and your policy. Don’t include your policy number; someone else may take advantage of that. Insurers usually send adjusters to the worst-hit homes first.

Confused about your policy? Get moving. With hurricane season here, homeowners need to find out what’s covered and what’s not. Experts say you should take a thorough look at your policy, and if you have any questions, call your insurance agent. It’s no fun poring through fine print, but that’s the only way to find out, for example, whether you’d have to replace damaged carpet yourself.

R U Ready? Start early to make sure your property is protected and properly insured. • Cut dead or loose limbs from nearby trees. • Remove any standing dead trees from your property. • Repair loose shingles, guttering, window shutters and fence boards • Take an inventory of your personal property. • Put together an emergency kit with non-perishable food and water for 3 days, a battery-operated radio and prescriptions medications. • If a storm is approaching, put outdoor items like lawn chairs, grills, or gardening tools in a safe place.

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SPCA: Make Plans Now To Protect Your Pet During Hurricanes, Storms By Leslie Magner

The Peninsula SPCA urges pet owners to include pets in hurricane season preparations. Hurricanes are nothing new to the Virginia Peninsula and can be expected each year from June to the end of November. However, pet owners need to take these necessary steps, also found on humanesociety.org, to properly protect their pets during nature’s disasters.

START GETTING READY NOW • Make sure your pet is wearing an up-to-date and visible ID tag. • You’ll increase your chances of being re-united with your pet by having him or her microchipped. Microchips are tiny transponders inserted between the shoulder blades that use radio frequency waves to transmit crucial identification information about your pet. Call your local veterinarian for more information. • List your cell phone number on your pet’s ID tag.

PUT TOGETHER A SAFETY KIT • Gather food and water for at least five days for each animal. Keep an extra gallon of water for your pets, bowls and manual can openers. • Medications, all medical records and a pet first aid kit. • Clean up after your pet. Pack cat boxes, litter scoops, litter and poop bags to keep all areas free of waste. This also decreases chances of spreading potential illness. • Transport pets safely using sturdy leashes and carriers. Carriers should be big enough for pets to stand, turn and rest comfortably for hours. Bring blankets and toys for comfort. • Bring a picture of you with your pet for proper identification. Continues on page 18 Storm Guide 2016 • An advertising supplement to the Daily Press

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Boston

New York City

Hurricane tracking chart Hurricane advisories are issued at six-hour intervals – at midnight, 6 a.m., noon and 6 p.m. Each message gives the name, center (eye) position, intensity and forecast movement of the storm. Positions are given by latitude and longitude. When the storm moves within radar range, the center position might also be given in statute miles and compass direction from a speciﬁed point.

Atlantic City

Baltimore

When you receive a hurricane Washington, D.C. advisory, note the center position, intensity, barometric pressure (if given) and forecast direction and movement. Then mark the center position on the Newport tracking chart. Because hurricanes News change direction very quickly, you should listen more carefully to where the storm will go, rather than where it has been.

Cape Hatteras

Wilmington Myrtle Beach

See bottom right of the chart for an example of how to plot a storm from a position given in latitude and longitude.

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Pensacola

Jacksonville

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Atlantic Ocean

New Orleans

Daytona Beach Tampa

Gulf of Mexico Miami Nassau

THE BAHAMAS

Key West Havana

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

San Juan PUERTO RICO

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Boston

New York City

Atlantic City

Baltimore

Cape Hatteras

Wilmington Myrtle Beach

See bottom right of the chart for an example of how to plot a storm from a position given in latitude and longitude.

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Pensacola

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Atlantic Ocean

New Orleans

Daytona Beach Tampa

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Key West Havana

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

San Juan PUERTO RICO

Kingston Scale of statute miles

Caribbean Sea

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JAMAICA Jamaica

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SPCA - Continued from page 15

• Written information about your pet’s feeding schedules, medical conditions, and behavior issues along with the name and number of your veterinarian in case you have to board your pets or place them in foster care.

• Organize a list of boarding kennels or veterinarian offices to shelter your pet in case of emergency.

FIND A SAFE PLACE TO STAY

Magner is community outreach coordinator for the Peninsula SPCA.

• Establish an emergency care plan with a friend or neighbor to keep your pet safe if a disaster strikes while you are out of town or unreachable.

• Call the local Department of Emergency Management office for evacuation plans and pet-friendly shelters. • Contact hotels and motels outside the immediate area to find out if they accept pets. Ask about any restrictions on the number, size and species. Inquire if the “no pet” policies would be waived in an emergency. Keep a list of animalfriendly places handy, and call ahead for a reservation as soon as you think you might have to leave your home. • Make arrangements to stay with friends or family out of town with your pet.

DISASTER RULES Here are two easy rules to follow in the event of a disaster. Disaster rule one: If it is not safe for you, it’s not safe for your pet. Pets are easily disoriented, scared and endangered during natural disasters. Animals left behind are easily injured, lost and killed by deadly debris, starvation or predators. Disaster rule two: Don’t wait to evacuate. Those who wait for official evacuation orders risk being forced to leave their pets behind. If you stay home, be careful and keep your pets with you at all times.

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Novices can try their hands at predicting the weather by interpreting the environmental signs around them. Earth science is a part of many elementary school curriculums. Current students and adults can use what they learn or learned about cloud types and formations to determine if rain is coming or if they can leave their umbrellas at home. Clouds can say a lot about both the current weather and whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to come. According to Weather Wiz Kids, clouds are formed from very tiny droplets of water or ice crystals. Because the droplets are so small and light, they can float in the air. The characteristics and look of clouds are dictated by temperature, height, wind, and the amount of water vapor in the air, as well as the influence of other air masses. Clouds can say a lot about the weather, and weather prognosticators have relied on clouds for centuries to help make their predictions. Understanding clouds and what makes each cloud type unique can help amateur meteorologists impress their friends and avoid being caught in inclement weather. Continues on page 23

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Clouds can say much about the weather to come. • ALTOCUMULUS: These are mid-level clouds that look like a layer of white and gray cotton. The presence of these clouds may indicate rain is on the way. • CUMULUS CLOUDS: These clouds can look like cauliflower in shape. While they’re usually seen in fair weather, they can produce short spurts of rain. • CIRRUS: Cirrus clouds are high, wispy and feathery and found above 20,000 feet. Cirrus clouds can indicate that a storm system is approaching within a day or so. This may be especially true if cirrus clouds are showing tails. According to The Homeschool Scientist, seeing a few cirrus clouds in the sky means that fair weather is on the way. If they grow in number and almost cover the sky, look for rain within 24 hours. • CUMULONIMBUS: These towering clouds are good harbingers of rainy weather. They tend to form when thunderstorms are imminent. They also may accompany strong storms that produce hail, wind and even tornadoes. • STRATUS: Low-lying, flat and gray, stratus clouds are usually seen during rain, snow or misty conditions. Cloud watching can be an interesting hobby and a great way to grow acquainted with the workings of weather systems. Children can take chances predicting the weather based on cloud formations to see if their predictions come true. EL166139

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ew things grab our attention like a mid-summer thunderstorm. Steamy temperatures and turbulent atmospheric conditions often conspire to produce amazing visual pyrotechnics and house-shaking booms. Thunderstorms occur when cold upper air descends and warm, moist air rises. When these air masses collide, they form thick cumulonimbus clouds, often referred to as “thunderheads.” Thunderstorms may begin and end in an instant, or several storms may string together to make thunder and lighting clusters. While thunderstorms can occur during any time of the year, they’re more likely to occur in spring and summer. According to a NASA study, the most intense and powerful thunderstorms occur in the eastern part of the Andes mountains in Argentina. But strong thunderstorms can occur just about anywhere moisture,

unstable air and lift (from sea breezes or mountains) causes air to rise up. Thunderstorms have the potential to cause significant damage and injuries, most notably from lightning strikes. It’s always wise to seek shelter during a thunderstorm so you are protected from lightning, falling limbs from trees and hail, which often accompanies thunderstorms. Despite thunderstorms’ harmful potential, they can be very enjoyable to watch or chase. But storm spectators should keep these tips in mind. ➤ Watch thunderstorms from the safety of indoors. It may be tempting to be out in the storm, but if you head outside during a storm, you are risking injury or even death. Consider watching a storm from the comfort of inside a garage, where you can leave Continues on page 27

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the door open and see, hear and smell the storm while it comes through. ➤ Keep flashlights or candles handy. Strong storms can knock out power. Always have a backup light source readily available in case the power goes out. Also, you may need a battery-powered radio or a charged mobile phone at the ready to keep up on storm alerts. ➤ Keep pets in an interior room so they do not get too spooked. Thunderstorms frighten many animals,

wires that seem suspicious. Water is an easy conduit for lightning, so avoid any bodies of water during a thunderstorm. ➤ If you’re caught in a thunderstorm and don’t have indoor shelter, do not seek shelter under trees, which can attract lightning strikes. Accuweather.com advises that people who cannot find reasonable shelter after a storm should take steps to minimize their risk of being struck or injured. Crouch as low to the ground as you can, but do not lie down on the ground or put your hands down.

Watching a good storm can be an entertaining summertime activity. so pets should not share in your stormwatching endeavors. They may injure themselves trying to escape the noise. It’s best if pets are kept in a quiet, dark space until the storm has ended. ➤ Steer clear of standing bodies of water. Downed power lines may leach electricity through puddles, potentially causing electrocution if people are standing in puddles. Do not touch any

Stay on just your feet to cover as little ground as possible. You also want to be as low as you can to reduce your risks of being a lightning target. Keep anything that is a good electrical conductor away from you. Summer weather is bound to include some thunderstorms. Where there is thunder, there’s lightning, and remember to stay safe by watching these storms from a distance and making smart choices. TF166165

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Hurricane Categories Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale Category 1 74–95 mph Very dangerous winds will produce some damage: Wellconstructed frame homes could have damage to roof, shingles, vinyl siding and gutters. Large branches of trees will snap and shallowly rooted trees may be toppled. Extensive damage to power lines and poles likely will result in power outages that could last a few to several days. Category 2 96–110 mph Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage: Well-constructed frame homes could sustain major roof and siding damage. Many shallowly rooted trees will be snapped or uprooted and block numerous roads. Near-total power loss is expected with outages that could last from several days to weeks. Category 3 (major) 111–129 mph Devastating damage will occur: Well-built framed homes may incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends. Many trees will be snapped or uprooted, blocking numerous roads. Electricity and water will be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes. Category 4 (major) 130–156 mph Catastrophic damage will occur: Well-built framed homes can sustain severe damage with loss of most of the roof structure and/or some exterior walls. Most trees will be snapped or uprooted and power poles downed. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for weeks or months. Category 5 (major) 157 mph or higher Catastrophic damage will occur: A high percentage of framed homes will be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last for weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for weeks or months. Sources: National Hurricane Center and Virginia Department of Emergency Management 28 Storm Guide 2016 • An advertising supplement to the Daily Press

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