If you live in New York City, check to see if you are in a Hurricane Evacuation Zone.
State-by-State Guide to Hurricane Sandy at The New York Times.
How to register with American Red Cross Safe & Sound registry when the storm has passed.
Don’t leave your pets behind. Evacuation centers in New York and New Jersey accept pets.
One FEMA administrator advises parents to read with their children: “it may be scary for children, good time to get out the books & read to them.”
How to access Twitter via text message for emergency communication–if the power fails but your phone still has a signal.
New York State has created an app for emergency communication during Hurricane Sandy.
A listing of utility companies is available here by selecting your town from the drop-down menu: http://www.env.state.ma.us/
I urge you to check-in with neighbors and friends, especially the elderly or anyone who may need special assistance. If you are aware of anyone that may be in need of shelter during a natural disaster, please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).
If you need shelter or assistance in Massachusetts, please dial 211.
Emergency shelters have been set up at the following locations:
Northampton, MA – 80 Locust Street
Fall River, MA – 360 Elsbree Street
South Weymouth, MA – 1 Wildcat Way
Chilmark, MA – 520 South Road
Newbury, MA – 63 Hanover Street
New Bedford, MA – 225 Hathaway Boulevard
I would also like to provide you with some useful resources that will help you prepare and can provide assistance over the next few days.
Click here for storm preparation information from FEMA:http://www.ready.gov/
Get the latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center:http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
As always, in the event of an actual emergency call 911.
Being prepared will help reduce damage and save lives. Above all, be safe.
I urge you to check-in with neighbors and friends, especially the elderly or anyone who may need special assistance. If you are aware of anyone that may be in need of shelter during a natural disaster, please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).
If you need shelter or assistance in Massachusetts, please dial 211.
Emergency shelters have been set up at the following locations:
Northampton, MA – 80 Locust Street
Fall River, MA – 360 Elsbree Street
South Weymouth, MA – 1 Wildcat Way
Chilmark, MA – 520 South Road
Newbury, MA – 63 Hanover Street
New Bedford, MA – 225 Hathaway Boulevard
I would also like to provide you with some useful resources that will help you prepare and can provide assistance over the next few days.
Click here for storm preparation information from FEMA:http://www.ready.gov/
Get the latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center:http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
As always, in the event of an actual emergency call 911.
Being prepared will help reduce damage and save lives. Above all, be safe.
QUOTED FROM CONGRESSWOMAN'S NIKI TSONGA'S WEBSITE