Every 13-18 years, a hurricane passes within 50 miles from southern New England. Hurricanes Bob and Carol were the most recent hurricanes to strike New England. Hurricane season in New England usually occurs from June to November, but it can start early. It's important to keep an eye on the weather and make sure you take all necessary precautions. Hurricanes can be very dangerous for people and property. These are some things to remember during hurricane season.
Tropical storm Hanna
Hurricane season is upon us again and Tropical Cyclone Hanna is heading toward New England. The incredible picture below shows Hanna's winds from the satellite monitoring Hanna. This was taken 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 move over the eastern United States today, before moving northeastward into the Mid-Atlantic on Monday. Expect heavy rain, flash flooding, and isolated tornadoes from the storm. A coastal storm surge along the Chesapeake Bay & Albemarle Sound is also expected today. The risk of coastal flooding decreasing as it passes towards the northeast
Maximum sustained winds for tropical storm Hanna are near sixty mph with stronger gusts. Hanna was about 305 mi northeast of the northern Leeward Islands, at latitude 20.3 nord and longitude 77.8 west. Hanna was moving northward at 12mph at the time it first landed, but will likely turn northwest in the course of the day. Its minimum central pressure is 1002 millibars.
Hurricane Bob
Hurricane Bob was one among the most destructive storms that hit New England during hurricane seasons. It caused extensive damage and resulted in the deaths of 18 people. 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 the last known hurricane to strike the area. Hurricane Edouard did however make landfall in Nantucket, New Hampshire in 1996.
Hurricane Bob made landfall near New Bedford, Massachusetts and cut across Southeastern Massachusetts. In some parts of the region, the storm produced three to six inches of rain. Because it was a Category-3 Hurricane, it produced winds up to 75 mph that ripped through coastlines. In some areas, such Cape Cod, the storm surge reached seven-foot heights. As a result, several coastal towns suffered damage and power outages.
Hurricane Bob was second in strength to hit New England during hurricane seasons. It reached its maximum sustained winds of 115mph (185 km/h). It caused extensive damage and destruction across the region. In 1997, Bob was officially renamed Bill to reflect the fact that the Atlantic hurricane season had officially begun.
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 massive flooding in southern New England, particularly in the New Bedford and Somerset areas. The storm also dropped between two to five and six inches of rain on most areas of the region. It was particularly severe in the Northeast. As a result, nearly 4,000 homes, vehicles, and boats were destroyed. The storm also knocked out power to most eastern Massachusetts towns.
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. It reached Category 2 status on August 30 as it passed Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Hurricane Carol's intensity was characterized by sustained winds of 120 km/h in some areas and gusts of up to 217 km/h in others.
FAQ
What are the most important skills to survive in the wild
It is essential to be able to make a fire, especially if you are living off the ground. You don't just need to light a match, you also need to know how friction and flint can be used to create a fire. You also need to know how to avoid getting burned by the flames.
You need to know how shelter is built from natural materials such leaves, grasses and trees. To keep warm at night, you'll need to be able to use these materials in the best way. You will also need to understand how much water you are able to drink to stay alive.
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. While you may be able to eat many different species of animals and plants, you won’t be able cook them if it isn’t possible to light a flame.
You will also need to know where and how to find food, including edible animals. If you don't know this, you may starve or become sick.
Why are survival skills essential?
It may not be possible to have food and water at all times, but being prepared can help you live longer.
You must learn how to take care of yourself and others. If you don’t know what to do, you will not last long in times of crisis.
You need to learn how build shelters, fires, and make food for those who venture into the wilderness.
These are vital skills that everyone must have. These skills will help you stay safe and healthy during a camping trip.
Which tip is the most important for survival?
Staying calm is the best way to survive. If you panic, you'll make mistakes and die.
How to Navigate Without or With a Compass
Although it doesn't give you a map of where you are heading, a compass can help you navigate back home if your bearings have been lost.
There are three methods you can use to navigate.
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By landmarks
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Magnetic North (using a compasse)
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By stars
You recognize landmarks when you see them. These include trees, buildings and rivers. Landmarks can be useful because they are a visual indicator of where you're at.
Magnetic North simply refers to the direction that the Earth's magnet field points. If you look at the sky, the sun appears like it's moving across the sky. However, the earth's magnet field causes the sun to move about the earth. Even though it seems like the sun is moving across a skyline, it actually moves around horizons. At noon, it is directly overhead. The sun is directly below your eyes at midnight. The magnetic field on the earth changes daily, so the direction of the North pole's magnetic North pole can change every day. This means that your course could drift a lot in a single day.
Another method of navigation is to use stars. Stars appear to rise and set over the horizon. These are points in space you can use to find your exact location relative to other locations.
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)
- 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)
- so you can be 100 percent hands-free, and there's less chance you'll put your torch down and lose it. (nymag.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 Build an Lean-To Shelter
You will find lean-tos all over the United States. They are typically made from wood or metal poles covered by tarps, canvas, plastic sheeting, or corrugated roofing material. The walls, ceiling and floor are typically built first before the roof is added.
When the weather is not favorable for permanent shelter, a lean-to shelter can be constructed on the side of a structure. You may also call it a "lean to shed", "lean–to cabin," or "lean–to house".
There are many types and styles of lean-tos.
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A simple wooden frame with a tarpaulin cover. This type of lean-to is commonly seen in rural areas.
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A lean to tent that consists of a framework made of poles and supporting a Tarpaulin.
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A lean-to cabin, also known as a "cabin-on-frame," consists of a platform supported by posts and beams.
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A leanto shed, also known under the name "shelter–on–a-pole" or “paddock shed”, is made of a frame of poles supported by a cover.
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A lean-to-garage, also known as "garage -on-stilts", or "overhang", is composed of a steel structure that rests upon concrete stilts.
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A leaning studio, also known as "studio -on–a-frame" or simply "studio -on–a-post", is made up of a framework with two parallel horizontal members ("posts”) and one perpendicular component (beam).
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A lean-to greenhouse, also called a "greenhouse-on-a-post," consists of three parallel horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular member (beam), and a canopy.