Hurr. States: Stockpile, Save Yourselves
The New York Times says today that, after Katrina last year, state governments are getting serious for this hurricane season, and broadcasting dire warnings to residents. Highlights:
- State of Florida creates public service announcements with 911 calls
- State of Florida lifts taxes on hurricane supplies
- State of Mississippi warns residents should stockpile 3 days of food
- Poll finds only 17% have fortified their homes, 40% have family disaster plan
- Hattiesburg, MS buys $4 million worth of generators
- Broward County, FL buys $500,000 mobile EMA command post vehicle
- State of Louisiana asks for $8 billion for home buyouts & repairs
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