It’s the middle of July and Louisiana is experiencing the first of what we hope is a quiet hurricane season. Potential impacts from Invest 93-L are continued to be monitored by our local meteorologists, but there’s no time like the present to make sure we’re ready for any storm.Â
This week, the editors are sharing their must-have items when it comes to being prepared for a hurricane.
New Orleans Magazine Editor Ashley McLellan has a very specific list when it comes to hurricanes. She says her must haves are: Cash, TP (toilet paper), Canned food or ready-to-eat tuna in pouches plus crackers, Small rechargeable generator, Battery-powered fan and lanterns, Gas up the car, Refill prescriptions and SNACKS!
Louisiana Life and Acadiana Profile Editor Reine Dugas has a more… delayed… approach. She says, “Try not to think about it until the last possible minute and then scramble to get things together before vacating the premises.”
St. Charles Avenue and New Orleans Bride Editor Andy Myer says, “My mom lost her home in Katrina so we take it pretty seriously these days. I used to hang around and tough it out but with kids and pets and other life moves I’ve changed my tune. If I’m staying, I need lots of batteries and chargers, fans, candles, water and all the basics.”
Biz New Orleans Editor Kim Singletary is all of us when she says, “Can I say Xanax? Summer stresses me out.” She continues, “The heat, kid schedules all over the place, more heat, huge energy bills, continuing heat, and then add on the threat of hurricanes? I’m not built for it. That being said, I keep a list of hotels that are pet friendly to the north of us. The other things, like water and flashlights and stuff, we use as needed all year long.”
Digital Editor Kelly Massicot says, “All the necessities are important, but remember to stock up on books and magazines you’ve been wanting to read – you’ll need to have something to do when the power goes out (because it will go out) – and make sure you have your favorite snacks if you decide to stay.”
We tackled a similar topic a few years ago. Click here to see what some of our old colleagues had to add. Any advice is good advice.
Stay safe this hurricane season, y’all!
