Hurricane Dorian is scheduled to make landfall on the east coast of Florida sometime between Sunday night and Monday morning. As usual, funny hurricane memes have been circulating the internet and Floridans are stocking up on the necessities (especially beer).
While category four and five hurricanes can cause absolute devastation, the category one Dorian (who may be as strong as a three when it hits) is not a huge threat to native Floridians. At least not yet.
Our Publix cakes are decorated with the projected path of the storm to add to our hurricane party (yes, we actually invite all of our friends over for games and food before, during, and after the storm). We head to the beach just a few hours before landfall to see the crazy cool waves. We make memes about how the storm wants to visit Disney World. We run outside when the eye is over us to witness the beauty of the center of a hurricane. We run outside in our bathing suits to enjoy and participate in some of the coolest weather we'll ever see.
We might sound crazy to others, but hurricanes are a pretty normal occurrence. Yes, flooding happens. Yes, schools end up closed for a few days. But we are so accustomed to the weather that we know how to prepare quickly and calmly while also poking fun at the situation.
To see some funny hurricane memes, click here.
Hurricane Safety
When a catastrophic hurricane hits, you want to be prepared. This includes stocking up on water and non-perishable food items-- enough to last seven days. You also want to make sure you have portable cell phone chargers and flashlights in case the power goes out. To minimize damage, use wood boards or professional shutters to protect your windows. When the hurricane is hitting, be sure to be away from windows and doors. In case of life-threatening conditions, stay in a closet or room that lacks windows. For more information on how to prepare and how to remain safe in a hurricane, visit the Red Cross website.
