The second hurricane of the 2009 Atlantic season has formed off the coast of Africa by the Cape Verde Islands. Luckily, the hurricane is very slow moving and is headed north and won’t come anywhere near the east coast. Meteorologists predict that Fred will weaken over the next few days and die off.
The first hurricane of the 2009 season has formed in the Atlantic Ocean off of the coast of Africa. Hurricane Bill was last reported on August 17th at 6:00am as having sustained winds of 75mph and moving northwest at 22mph. Make sure you are ready this hurricane season by having bottled water on hand, first […]
Once again hurricane season has started up, but this year a few things may be a little different. With the digital transition from analog for television sets, many people who own portable televisions are longer be able to tune in when the power is out. There are a few solutions and alternatives to dealing with […]
After a lengthy Thanksgiving hiatus, the Roorda.com blog returns with a gust of good news!
Admittedly, that was awful. But this isn’t: for the second year in a row no hurricane came anywhere near Naples, FL. In fact, the Collier County area experienced minimal tropical activity of any type. A little wind from […]
Whether you live in an area that experiences earthquakes, tornados, hurricanes, or frequent golf-ball-size hail, it is probably a good idea to be aware of the limits of your insurance policy.
Turns out, many people are not. At least, according to this article in the Naples Daily News:
A survey by the National Association of Insurance […]
Alright, time to review. Collier County hurricane preparedness should involve the following precautions:
Preparing an evacuation plan
Creating a disaster supply kit
Securing your home, boat, and other property
Carrying the correct paperwork in case of evacuation
Some useful websites with hurricane information for Naples residents:
www.Collierem.org
www.FloridaDisaster.org
www.Fema.gov
www.BoatUS.com
Worrying about hurricanes is not something that we in Naples spend […]
We have already discussed several ways to protect yourself and your property in times of hurricane emergency. But what if other parties, like local police and government disaster agencies, become involved?
It is important to carry two pieces of identification, a picture ID and one of the following: a utility bill, homeowners or business insurance […]
In the event of a hurricane, as with any disaster, preventing injury and loss of life is of primary importance. Of course, preservation of personal property is invariably the second concern. Regardless of whether or not you plan to be home, it is a good idea to have a reliable plan in place […]
Creating a disaster supply kit is an easy way to get a leg up on hurricane season, but there are several other areas in which pre-planning is advantageous. It is very important to have a good evacuation strategy in place before a disaster approaches.
First, decide what storm intensity necessitates evacuation. Check out a […]
As hurricane season approaches, Southwest Florida residents are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst. Though we in Naples have certainly been spared the most extreme conditions over the years, it is important for owners of Collier County properties to take precautions against all eventualities.
Creating a disaster supply kit serves […]