[Blindtlk] FW: [Nfbmd] FW: AS HURRICANE SANDY APPROACHES GOVERNOR DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY

Sat Oct 27 00:22:43 UTC 2012

Hi everyone,

As many of you probably know, much of the East Coast is bracing for what
could be a very dangerous storm; that is, Hurricane Sandy. Many of us are
battening down the hatches and getting our emergency supply kits ready as I
write this. So, for those of you who are in the path of the storm (which is
projected to go up the entire East Coast even up into New England before
making a left turn and heading west,) I thought I would share this
information with you, as it is good information to have handy in situations
such as this. It comes from Melissa Riccobono, our affiliate President here
in Maryland. Although the email focusses on Maryland and Marylanders, I
think it is good information for any of us who are in the path of Hurricane
Sandy. Stay safe!

Chris Nusbaum

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Subject: [Nfbmd] FW: AS HURRICANE SANDY APPROACHES GOVERNOR DECLARES STATE
OF EMERGENCY

Thias is all good information to have handy.
Melissa

-----Original Message-----
From: Maryland Department of Disabilities
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Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 1:32 PM
To: maricco at uwalumni.com
Subject: AS HURRICANE SANDY APPROACHES GOVERNOR DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY

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GOVERNOR O'MALLEY SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER DECLARING STATE OF EMERGENCY IN
MARYLAND  

Hurricane Sandy could bring heavy rains, flooding and possible power
outages. 

Awareness, Preparedness and Caution are Strongly Encouraged

ANNAPOLIS, MD (October 26, 2012) - Governor Martin O'Malley this morning
signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency for all Maryland
counties as the State continues to monitor Hurricane Sandy and its potential
impact. The declaration gives the state flexibility to activate the Maryland
National Guard and provide assistance to local emergency managers.

"As Hurricane Sandy makes its way north, I urge all Maryland residents to
prepare for extreme weather," said Governor O'Malley.  "I urge all
Marylanders to review their family emergency plans, make sure their
emergency supplies like batteries and water are fully stocked and to stay
informed."   

If the storm hits Maryland, it is expected to move slowly and could bring as
much as 48 hours of heavy rain and strong winds.  Potential issues could be
stream and tidal flooding, trees falling due to the combination of wind and
wet ground, and power outages caused by winds and falling trees.  Ocean City
and Assateague Island likely will see higher than normal waves, even if the
storm does not make landfall in the Maryland area, and forecasters are
predicting that Garrett County and adjacent parts of Allegany could receive
a heavy wet snow as a cold front clashes with the western fringe of the
tropical system.

The Maryland Emergency Management Agency is encouraging Marylanders to be
prepared and use caution as Hurricane Sandy approaches.  Motorists are urged
to check news, weather and traffic reports before traveling. Flooding may
cause the potential for road closures, downed trees or power lines.

Maryland residents are reminded to make plans now to deal with the possible
effects of the storm and follow weather forecasts over the next several days
to learn more about the possible path of Hurricane Sandy.  Activities to
prepare include: 

*	Prepare for possible power outages lasting several hours or even
several days. 
*	Realize that the daytime temperatures are expected to be about 20
degrees cooler after the storm. If the power goes out, make sure you have
extra blankets and appropriate clothing to deal with cooler temperatures if
you power is out. 
*	If using a generator, make sure it is not in a basement or garage
and make sure it is located a safe distance from any door, windows or
ventilation systems. 
*	Make sure cell phones and other electronic devices are fully
charged. Consider purchasing a car charger if you don't already have one. 
*	Secure any loose items such as yard furniture and grills outside of
your house. 
*	Make sure you have a disaster supply kit with water, non-perishable
food, a change of clothes, extra medications and any special items you might
need for infants, children and pets. 
*	Have a battery-operated or crank powered radio available to follow
news and weather reports if the power goes out. 
*	Stores may be crowded on Sunday; consider stocking up on essentials
a day or two sooner. 
*	If you lose power, practice safe food handling. Several web sites
can provide appropriate information. 
*	If you are driving in or just after heavy rains and you see standing
water, do NOT drive through it. TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN. 

For more information about hurricanes and Maryland's emergency preparedness,
visit the MEMA website
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DMf0su9r5cKoWffDIdvAAoUmJrudoIqwiiCJgyHmdseKGp_3SMni_PSyuJijVvrEuKZqeaqSri19
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12_QS0f7Og7R6gSYoRZa90NR1S6u9hIhDrHpWzS8JX5lA2LRfELSN-9NIkbZT9qHavtTZIoa68EC
iF0785nXkkZzjc1gxXE=> , a national emergency preparedness website, provides
additional information about preparing for a hurricane. The Center for
Disease Control and Prevention
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ld8Gy7M-krWJ4tzYf-RLdyaaDCZ3NA==>  (CDC) also offers a series of public
service announcement videos in American Sign Language (ASL) on emergency
preparedness topics, including Preparing for a Hurricane, Staying Safe after
the Storm and Clean-up suggestions for after the storm. To view the videos,
visit the CDC website.  

To learn more, follow MEMA and MDOD on Twitter and Facebook!     

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CONTACT
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TTY:    410-767-3660 
                                aharrison at mdod.state.md.us  

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