Love City Strong

501(c)(3) NGO serving the community of St. John, USVI in the areas of disaster preparedness + disaster response.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

TD 3 has formed in the Atlantic. Interests in the Lesser Antilles, USVI, and PR should monitor this system.

[National Hurricane Center @NHC_Atlantic]

7am EST November 7th -- Happy to report we are not anticipating new tropical cyclone activity over the next week across the Atlantic Basin.

Hurricane season runs through the end of November. Until then, always worth checking out https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ for the latest info.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

All proceeds benefit our Resilient Housing Initiative, helping to get St John families back into safe, storm-strong homes. The drawings will be held on #GivingTuesday - enter today!

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Our 2023 Raffle is live! Enter to win a vacation to St John - this year we have three different packages up for grabs!

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[FEMA @fema]

IMPORTANT: On Wednesday, Oct. 4th at 2:20 p.m. ET, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs.

This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years. No action is needed.

Info & FAQs: https://t.co/KKyrIr4e03

[Yahoo Finance @YahooFinance]

Former FEMA administrator @WCraigFugate joins Yahoo Finance to discuss a potential US government shutdown, what it would mean for FEMA, and how it will affect disaster relief:

[Andy Hazelton @AndyHazelton]

Still a huge ensemble difference for that MDR wave. The main cluster of GEFS shows a very threatening track into the NE Caribbean islands, while the EPS is mostly well to the NE with just a few southern outliers. Lots to resolve here over the next several days.

[National Hurricane Center @NHC_Atlantic]

8 PM EDT Wed Update: NHC is monitoring two areas in the Atlantic basin with development potential later this week and into this weekend. More information on these systems can be found in the Tropical Weather Outlook on https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ

[Meaghan Enright @_meaghancolleen]

Six years since #Irma… reflecting on lessons in community readiness over on LinkedIn. https://t.co/thmD9qsrcK

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Interests in the VI/PR should be monitoring 95L (#Lee) very closely.

It’s still too far out to know with any certainty what the track will be, but now is the time to begin making the necessary preparations.

Potential impact in or near the territory next weekend.

[National Hurricane Center @NHC_Atlantic]

Jun 19 11AM EDT: Tropical Depression Three has formed in the central tropical Atlantic. Everyone in the Lesser
Antilles, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands should closely monitor updates to the forecast at https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ and have their hurricane plan in place.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Remember this season to pay particular attention to hazards as even smaller, “weaker” storms can bring heavy rains and cause life threatening flooding.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Atlantic Hurricane Season kicks off today.

NOAA officials are predicting a near-normal season, with 12 to 17 named tropical storms, five to nine of which could become hurricanes. As many as four storms could strengthen into major hurricanes, Category 3 or stronger.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

As we all know, it only takes one storm to change everything. Being prepared can help you and your family mitigate the possible damage and economic impact of hurricanes.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

A good emergency plan is an important part of preparedness.

As you prepare, tailor your plans and supplies to your specific needs. Discuss your needs and responsibilities and how you can assist each other with communication, care of children, business, pets, or medical needs.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Preparing your business is just as important as preparing your home. @FEMA offers great resources that can help you to put a plan in place and help your employees and colleagues to be prepared as well. Download the Business Hurricane Toolkit here: https://t.co/I1iQvMg5LB

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Most importantly, get your pet microchipped so that if you're separated, it's easier to reunite. Check with your local shelter or your vet to ask about microchipping options.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Our pets are family too!

When you're preparing for emergencies and potential disasters, it's important to keep your pets in mind, so build them a kit! include extra food & water, any necessary medications, a back up leash and collar, and potentially a crate or cage as needed.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

If you're evacuating, ensure that your destination is pet friendly. In the event that you need to fly with your pet, make sure that you have all the proper documentation. If you're unable to be home with your pet, be sure to make arrangements for someone to care for them.

[Love City Strong @LoveCityStrong]

Being prepared means building a kit. An emergency kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of a disaster or crisis. On St John, we recommend preparing for a minimum of 7 days on your own. Visit https://t.co/7M86Hsir7v to learn more.