[justjim]

Originally Posted by Carl in Tampa

The Villages is so far inland that hurricanes tend to be reduced to tropical storm strength by the time they travel that far across land.

Hurricane preparation means having adequate food and water on hand, along with all needed medications, and a means of preparing the food if your stove becomes unavailable. Also have FLASHLIGHTS, candles, etc. for illumination if electricity is lost.

In Tampa, where I have an electric stove, not gas as in TV, I have a propane gas BBQ and a Coleman Camp stove for cooking, a Coleman Lamp (and flashlights, candles and oil lamps) for light, and in the past when I have lost electricity I sat out on the porch to keep cool when air conditioning was not available.

BRING IN TRASH CANS, LAWN ORNAMENTS and other items which might be blown about and present a hazard to people and property.

Keep this in mind.........the place where you live is where people in danger from Hurricanes (coastal areas) come to be safe.

I agree The Villages is where "they" come for safety from hurricanes. Nothing to worry about---get your neighbors together and party!