Preparing for Frankenstorm: Hurricane Sandy set to hit East Coast
Hurricane Sandy and a mix of other weather systems are expected to pound the East Coast in the coming days. Rains, snow, flooding, power outages - almost anything seems possible.
The Basics
- The American Red Cross and others have published a mountain of material aimed at helping people prepare for hurricanes and other severe weather. This video, with some simple preparedness tips, is a good place to start for people in the hurricane's path.
The Red Cross also has a hurricane app that will help you prepare.
Staying informed
- One of the main tips from the Red Cross is to stay informed, and the National Weather Service is a good place to start. In addition to posting news on its website, NWS is very active on Twitter.
Follow the account: @usNWSgov 
#Sandy moving through Northern Bahamas, expected to impact Mid-Atlantic or Northeast early next week: bitly.com/TuvPA7
Hurricane #Sandy Intermediate advisory 16A issued. Sandy near great abaco island. go.usa.gov/W3HRed Cross on Twitter | @RedCross
Also a good account to follow for tips and information.
Have a #stormprep plan? Don't forget water, batteries, flashlight, weather radio, cooler&ice. Refuel your car.- Hurricane #Sandy's impact on the US is still uncertain,but now is a good time to review power outage tips rdcrss.org/TD6vbi
- Power out? Keep fridge door closed as much as possible. Have a power outage #gameplan: rdcrss.org/Q4sapF
#Sandy’s future path is uncertain; those along the East Coast should follow hurricanes.gov & get prepared Ready.gov/hurricanesYou'll probably be in front of your TV
If you have power, The Weather Channel likely will be mesmerizing, as usual.
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