The recent events here in Western NC had the lady and I discussing which cat to eat first. (We agreed on Milo, the fat one.) But he was spared, for now...
Over a week without power, a phone (including the cell phone) really had us thinking. Being unable to go anywhere because of a blocked driveway and stranded in the cul de sac by all the downed trees was cause for concern. We 're lucky enough to live on a hill and not have to worry about all the flooding. Many here were no so lucky.
That we'd both read "One Second After" (you should too,) meant that we were better prepared than most. There was enough food for over a month and the now non-potable water never went off. The gas line was ruptured by tree roots so cooking was out, as was heat on the cold nights. Candles and even sterno will eventually boil water for ramen noodles and a kerosene fueled heater made for enough heat.
She was happy that we'd be able to gather food with the current inventory of airguns as there are many squirrels and turkeys available here. The old 760, the Blue Streak and the QB78 were there, but luckily weren't called into service. Here they are leaned up against the downed maple and an oak in the front yard.
Supplies that we wished we had were things like baby wipes, a better generator, disposable plates and plastic-ware, more premix and bar-oil for the chainsaw, some cash, a TV with an antenna (for her,) and a still (for us). We're gonna get on that once things get closer to normal.
Here's a pic of the driveway. It's under those trees. The truck and bike had been moved, so they were spared.
I have some portable radios and even gave a few to neighbors. They were invaluable when we all needed news. Being able to get the elderly neighbor's generators running for them was a great ability to have, too. A simple feel-good in these time is a treasured thing. It isn't over yet, but eventually that will happen.
What would you be using during a time of duress? I did relieve a little stress with the 760...
Cheers,
J~
Over a week without power, a phone (including the cell phone) really had us thinking. Being unable to go anywhere because of a blocked driveway and stranded in the cul de sac by all the downed trees was cause for concern. We 're lucky enough to live on a hill and not have to worry about all the flooding. Many here were no so lucky.
That we'd both read "One Second After" (you should too,) meant that we were better prepared than most. There was enough food for over a month and the now non-potable water never went off. The gas line was ruptured by tree roots so cooking was out, as was heat on the cold nights. Candles and even sterno will eventually boil water for ramen noodles and a kerosene fueled heater made for enough heat.
She was happy that we'd be able to gather food with the current inventory of airguns as there are many squirrels and turkeys available here. The old 760, the Blue Streak and the QB78 were there, but luckily weren't called into service. Here they are leaned up against the downed maple and an oak in the front yard.
Supplies that we wished we had were things like baby wipes, a better generator, disposable plates and plastic-ware, more premix and bar-oil for the chainsaw, some cash, a TV with an antenna (for her,) and a still (for us). We're gonna get on that once things get closer to normal.
Here's a pic of the driveway. It's under those trees. The truck and bike had been moved, so they were spared.
I have some portable radios and even gave a few to neighbors. They were invaluable when we all needed news. Being able to get the elderly neighbor's generators running for them was a great ability to have, too. A simple feel-good in these time is a treasured thing. It isn't over yet, but eventually that will happen.
What would you be using during a time of duress? I did relieve a little stress with the 760...
Cheers,
J~
