Rare November Hurricanes: How to Prepare for Nicole

Changing weather patterns, from warmth to chilly rain, began as November started.

Due to the potential rain, Americans who would enjoy Halloween had to bring their own umbrellas and raincoats, disrupting Halloween Festivities.

While many Americans anticipated the coming winter this November, threats of tropical storms and hurricanes emerged.

The National Hurricane Center reported that hurricane Nicole could strengthen into Hurricane, unleashing heavy rains and strong winds.

Hurricane Nicole

In the latest advisory 15, the National Hurricane Center reported that hurricane Nicole has already began unloading heavy rains in Southern Georgia and Northern Florida portions.

The recent key advisories also showed that storm surge warnings are also in effect in the affected areas, including the Florida Big Bend.

The report noted that residents in the said areas should stay updated with the local's announcements.

Furthermore, hurricane Nicole also unloaded destructive force with heavy rains and powerful winds when it made landfall on Florida's east coast.

According to AccuWeather's recent report, Nicole reached Category 1 hurricane on Thursday but then downgraded to a tropical storm.

The report noted that it resulted in widespread power outages and four fatalities.

Florida residents have been recovering from Hurricane Ian, which left catastrophic aftermath due to widespread flooding.

The impact of Tropical Storm Nicole could also leave damage to communities.

Preparing for any disasters

Hurricanes are powerful that could unload heavy rains causing flooding, flash floods, and landslides.

Meanwhile, the strong winds could turn down trees, communication towers, infrastructures, and house, and being prepared could prevent casualties, injuries, and damages.

It is important to prepare during and after tropical storms or hurricanes.

Here are some essential reminders during storms or hurricanes that could help you or your family be safe.

Stay updated with the weather.

Knowing the impact of hurricanes and storms would help you and your family better prepare.

Listen and stay updated with the current weather reports, especially if your area is impacted. Also, keep updated with local officials' announcements for the storm or hurricanes.

Check your house.

Repair any damage that could worsen during hurricanes or storms. You could go over your house to check for potential leaks and vulnerability of damages.

Keep away and elevate place your generators and electrical materials. If the electrical wires or outlets are damaged after the storm, it is best to call for professional electricians.

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Emergency phone, radio, and medicine kit

Power outages happen during the onslaught of hurricanes or storms. Fully charge your mobile devices, power banks, and radios.

A battery-operated radio would be the best option as well. Moreover, prepare an emergency kit with medicines, basic food supplies, flashlights, and money.

Evacuate

Never hesitate to evacuate when the sea or river water rapidly rises. Hurricanes can unload unusual amounts of water resulting in unexpected and rapid flooding.

Always observe the announcements from local officials for the nearest evacuation centers. Monitor the seawater, especially if you live near the coasts.

Stay at home

Refrain your outdoor travels or activities when the storm makes landfall. Nicole could unleash heavy rains resulting in flooding and less visibility on major roads.

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