Weathering the Storm

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Weathering the Storm

Tips to Prepare for Hurricane Earl

Hurricane Earl is currently classified as a Category 4 hurricane, carrying winds between 131 and 155 miles per hour, and is headed for the Eastern Seaboard. As the weekend approaches and the hurricane approaches the East Coast, Hurricane Earl may become a Category 5, bringing winds greater than 155 miles per hour and potentially causing floods, damage to buildings and possibly a need for evacuations. To help prepare the hurricane, and to remain ready throughout this month, which is National Preparedness Month, look for information and additional resources on the following Web sites:

www.ready.gov⁄america⁄index.html

http:⁄⁄www.public.navy.mil⁄navsafecen⁄Documents⁄media⁄safetips⁄f-m⁄hurricane.doc

For all Navy personnel, ensure that your Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS) is up to date and current. This system is used to account for all Department of the Navy employees and their family members during and after any natural disaster. To review your information on file, visit https:⁄⁄www.navyfamily.navy.mil.