Specific Prepping: High Winds And Torrential Rain

[indyjohn]

The remnants of Helene are coming. What are you doing out of your normal to prepare? This angle might pick up a few members that do not usually contribute to the "What have you done this week to prep" thread and especially the "Prepping for Urban Survival" thread. 50mph wind gusts and over an inch of rain for many is nothing to take lightly.

I:
Am ready to make French Toast (with bacon on the side)
Have vehicle & genny fuel tanks full
Have flashlights & candles at the ready
Have all family members whereabouts accounted for
Have plenty food for the doggos
Flags pulled down

Actually, most of this is for every day. But I was just out mowing the yard as I noticed the wind was picking up and I started running through the checklist in my head.

 

[Aszerigan]

I like the idea of stocking up on dog food. We raise animals for food so we have plenty, but I didn’t think about an extra 50lb bag for the kids.

Good thinking, John.

Our property is very hilly and our lake is low so bring on the rain!

 

[DoggyDaddy]

I've got 2 jump packs charged, a deep cycle battery charged (that with an inverter will power tv and internet). Have gas for the generator if needed. Took my wind chime down, watered my hanging flower baskets (figured the extra weight might help in the wind), and brought a 5 gallon bucket up on the deck so I can fill it in the morning in case it's needed to flush the toilet. Got plenty of food and water on hand, so not too concerned.

 

[Ingomike]

Dup being discussed here.

Hurricane helena

Looks like this hurricane will be pretty nasty. But least it'll bust up our drought down here in Southern indiana. Hope everyone stays safe down south

www.indianagunowners.com

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Dup being discussed here.

Hurricane helena

Looks like this hurricane will be pretty nasty. But least it'll bust up our drought down here in Southern indiana. Hope everyone stays safe down south

www.indianagunowners.com

Eh, this one is more from a prepping angle.

 

[Mij]

Hauled down the flag

 

[jsharmon7]

Secured the light stuff on the back deck, took down a couple wind chimes, and made sure the battery packs are charged. Not much else to do.

 

[snapping turtle]

Hurry canes seldom go where the forecasters say they will go. I will admit they have gotten much better. I think we may see it depart South Carolina and go back out to sea. That should keep the rain down a bit here.

I did put my garden tomatoes sticks in the fire pit. (I do not compost them cause of the blight) I harvested the last of the green beans and butter beans. I planted some carrots (I know a late start) and put rocks on the cardboard. I have sunflowers to pick still

I need dog food so a trip to the store is in the cards.

Since a burn ban is in place I hope to burn off the dried plants I don't harvest say next week. I will have to mow the lawn again now soon.

I work all weekend so I just grabbed the rain jacket and will have it in the passenger seat all weekend since I work each day.

 

[bwframe]

Hopefully we keep power on while absorbing the much needed rain?

I'm in a low spot for preps. Down to only 15 gallons gas and the freezers are fairly empty.

That said, I get made fun of by a lot of my friends for being such a prepper. There's a lot of stuff stowed away around here that has gone all but forgotten about.

Lots and lots of canned meats and such. Dehydrated, fermented and still growing garden yields.

Not to mention, archery season comes in next week and October water temps will bring the pan fish out of the deep water.

 

[bwframe]

I cleaned my gutters today. Looks like timing was good.

Speaking of timing, what time are we expecting the remnants to land here?

 

[bwframe]

 

[Mij]

I cleaned my gutters today. Looks like timing was good.

Speaking of timing, what time are we expecting the remnants to land here?

Wind is picking up now, rain I thought Fri. .????

 

[INP8riot]

I cleaned my gutters today. Looks like timing was good.

Speaking of timing, what time are we expecting the remnants to land here?

Blew mine out today as well. Leaves are starting to fall and I don't need a clog!

 

[Mij]

The remnants of Helene are coming. What are you doing out of your normal to prepare? This angle might pick up a few members that do not usually contribute to the "What have you done this week to prep" thread and especially the "Prepping for Urban Survival" thread. 50mph wind gusts and over an inch of rain for many is nothing to take lightly.

I:
Am ready to make French Toast (with bacon on the side)
Have vehicle & genny fuel tanks full
Have flashlights & candles at the ready
Have all family members whereabouts accounted for
Have plenty food for the doggos
Flags pulled down

Actually, most of this is for every day. But I was just out mowing the yard as I noticed the wind was picking up and I started running through the checklist in my head.

Guess I did move some moms and feeders up into a paddock by the barn. I know I will loose some west fence near some very large old oaks. But that’s (for me) a common occurrence. Looks like I’ll have another year or two of firewood.

The bull pasture….**** them, they will follow the moms, I can call them in with a bucket of feed.

Edit:
Sorry, didn’t think before I posted. You asked about Urban Survival. Please excuse my clumsy reading.

 

[bwframe]

Blew mine out today as well. Leaves are starting to fall and I don't need a clog!

I was hoping my work today would go well. I kind of overspent my current budget on a new blower. It done dual duty on the gutters and leaves.

I needed to beat the wind and rain to move the yard leaves to mulch the house garden beds. Bringing the gutter residue down to help keep the mulch in place went well also. That leaf mulch was needed all summer to keep moisture from drying out of various vegetables growing.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Guess I did move some moms and feeders up into a paddock by the barn. I know I will loose some west fence near some very large old oaks. But that’s (for me) a common occurrence. Looks like I’ll have another year or two of firewood.

The bull pasture….**** them, they will follow the moms, I can call them in with a bucket of feed.

Edit:
Sorry, didn’t think before I posted. You asked about Urban Survival. Please excuse my clumsy reading.

It’s all good.

 

[indyjohn]

Guess I did move some moms and feeders up into a paddock by the barn. I know I will loose some west fence near some very large old oaks. But that’s (for me) a common occurrence. Looks like I’ll have another year or two of firewood.

The bull pasture….**** them, they will follow the moms, I can call them in with a bucket of feed.

Edit:
Sorry, didn’t think before I posted. You asked about Urban Survival. Please excuse my clumsy reading.

Mij: This thread is for how anyone preps for unusual inclement weather, no matter where you are.

After landfall: Nearly 2M people without electricity. Storm surge puts people that decided to shelter in place in dire circumstances -before high tide- !!

I cannot even imagine.

 

[INP8riot]

I was hoping my work today would go well. I kind of overspent my current budget on a new blower. It done dual duty on the gutters and leaves.

I needed to beat the wind and rain to move the yard leaves to mulch the house garden beds. Bringing the gutter residue down to help keep the mulch in place went well also. That leaf mulch was needed all summer to keep moisture from drying out of various vegetables growing.

Don't feel bad. A good blower is worth the $$!!

I have a 200' steep sloped driveway that is covered by trees. Wet leaves are slick, so I have to clear them often. I was using a Stihl BG86 which is the most powerful hand held unit. My wife was tired of watching me struggle so she demanded I get the BR800 which is a beast of a backpack blower. No comparison and I can't believe how effortless clearing the driveway is now! It will also be used to clear snow if it isn't too deep as well. It has winter mode on the carb.

 

[firecadet613]

Don't feel bad. A good blower is worth the $$!!

I have a 200' steep sloped driveway that is covered by trees. Wet leaves are slick, so I have to clear them often. I was using a Stihl BG86 which is the most powerful hand held unit. My wife was tired of watching me struggle so she demanded I get the BR800 which is a beast of a backpack blower. No comparison and I can't believe how effortless clearing the driveway is now! It will also be used to clear snow if it isn't too deep as well. It has winter mode on the carb.

I'll second this. Handheld blowers don't compare to backpack blowers. The backpacks get the job done.

 

[indyjohn]

Don't feel bad. A good blower is worth the $$!!

I have a 200' steep sloped driveway that is covered by trees. Wet leaves are slick, so I have to clear them often. I was using a Stihl BG86 which is the most powerful hand held unit. My wife was tired of watching me struggle so she demanded I get the BR800 which is a beast of a backpack blower. No comparison and I can't believe how effortless clearing the driveway is now! It will also be used to clear snow if it isn't too deep as well. It has winter mode on the carb.

Our driveway is 400 ft covered by trees. I have a BR500 and a BR600 for this time of year.