Blackstonian family hopefully you have already prepared yourself with the standard storm supplies…
Flashlights, Candles, Batteries, Water, Stocked up on food, first aid kit, pump for flooding, etc.
Blackstonian tip:
Excellent emergency food supply… Tuna fish, High in protein and you can eat it straight out the can.
READY.gov (FEMA)
http://www.ready.gov/research-publications
EMERGENCY SUPPLY LIST
http://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/checklist3.pdf
MEMA
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency
http://www.mass.gov/eopss/agencies/mema/
MEMA Hurricane Info (Preparedness and more)
http://www.mass.gov/eopss/home-sec-emerg-resp/plan-prep/natural-hazards/hurricanes/
CITY OF BOSTON
http://www.cityofboston.gov/
City’s Latest Storm Update
Boston Public Schools: Closed on Monday October 29, 2012
Boston City Hall: Open for essential employees only. Non-essential employees are asked to stay home.
Community Centers: Curtis Hall, Hyde Park, Paris Street and Tobin are open Monday October 29, 2012 from 7:30AM-6PM. Other BCYF centers will open only in the event of an emergency.
Boston Public Libraries: Closed on Monday October 29, 2012
Trash & Recycling: Collection will begin at 5AM. If you can hold items until your next scheduled day, please do so. Avoid placing out barrels or bins; instead please double trash bag for collection.
MBTA: Expect schedule disruptions related to the storm. Please visit www.mbta.comor call 617-222-3200.
Hubway: Expect schedule disruptions related to the storm Please visit www.thehubway.com.
Parking: Daytime posted neighborhood street sweeping cancelled Monday October 29, 2012. All normal parking regulations remain in effect.
Reporting Issues: For storm related issues including reports of flooding, down trees or power lines, please call the Mayor’s 24-Hour Hotline at 617-635-4500.
Emergencies: Please call 911.
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