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A middle schooler's first hurricane experience.
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This is a compilation of happenings during and after Hurricane Irma's passing in Sint Maarten. It was a really hard time in History. I could not let it just pass and not let my voice be heard. We were ill-prepared for the storm. And we had to face the consequences indeed. The government and the people had no clue of the impact the storm would have on Sint Maarten. Our economy is based on Tourisme only. So you could imagine what is happening with us during this time (after the storm) when almost all the Hotels, Restaurants and Bars were floored by Hurricane Irma. Most of the population is unemployed at the moment, December 2017. We can only pray for a miracle of God to preserve us if any future disaster hits the Carribean within a 1 year period to date. I pray that we get through this and that we, the people and the government, admit our mistakes, and prepare for our future so that we never have to through such terrible times again in History.I had to bring out the book before the 26th of February 2018, so this is my first rough draft. I will be bringing out the 2nd edition after, with changes and updates.
Hurricane Irma was the strongest observed hurricane in the Atlantic in terms of maximum sustained winds. A Category 5 storm, it savagely pummeled the U.S. and British Virgin Islands on September 6, 2017, a day many will never forget. When one has survived a storm of this magnitude, they are forever changed. What they experienced can never be justified by words or photos. From the sounds of the ripping winds and roofs peeling away, to the first glimpses of the devastation when they emerge from their safe havens, to seeing strangers hugging and helping each other, the journey of what a survivor remembers, processes, and holds onto is never-ending. The healing process from tragedy takes a different shape and form for everyone. Healing After Irma is a collection of stories and photos of those affected by Hurricane Irma. It was created by Anne Bequette, a photographer and Irma survivor residing on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Anne conceived this project to preserve a written record of what unfolded that day and to give people a voice and outlet for their grief. She wanted those affected to know they weren't alone in their distress, and to help them remember any positive aspect of their survival. She invited all participants to step in front of her camera and share a message or bring an object that survived the storm. Included in the invitation were all those on the mainland who submitted their own stories and photos. The book includes tales of both terror and triumph, from a first-hand account of taking cover for five-and-a-half hours in a roofless shower stall as the cement walls blew down, to the story of an engagement ring salvaged from a sunken boat three months after Irma. Alongside photographs of the destruction is a photo of a boy holding a sign thanking his Daddy for carrying him to safety after their roof blew away. Together they form a powerful display of resilience, hope, and healing. From the Author, published photographer in the New York Times & People Magazine: "When Irma hit, I was crammed in a utility closet with 17 other people and 5 dogs. With outside winds in excess of 200mph, I was convinced I was going to die. It was the most terrifying experience of my life, and every single day there is something that triggers that terror. I, myself, needed to find a way to channel the trauma from it, so I picked up my camera, and the idea of this project was born. While photographing it, and later while working on this book, there were many times I had to walk away. I'd bawl my eyes out, and then get right back at it. The storm alone was enough to endure, and then reliving it again through the submitted stories and verbal accounts was emotionally heavy, but so rewarding. The underlying message here is one of survival and hope. Hearing the experiences of Irma made me realize that so many people, from all walks of life, came to the same realization that despite all that was lost, we gained strength, love, and each other to lean on. This community has grown tighter and stronger, and can withstand any storm. I hope this book leaves you feeling extra appreciative of everything that matters to you in this life. Grab a tissue, grab your loved ones, and hold on tight. After all, they're all that matters." - Anne Bequette
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This is the true story of Diandra and Adam who, barely three months after their wedding, awake in their home on Tortola, British Virgin Islands, to startling news. In less than 24 hours, Hurricane Irma has escalated from a Category 2 to a Category 5 Hurricane and will soon make a direct hit on their island paradise, leaving it unrecognizable and in desperate need of help. With airports closed and time running out, they board up their home and prepare for what no one has predicted: a passage through the eye of the strongest Atlantic hurricane ever to strike land in the Caribbean. Just as the bricks and mortar of their home will be put to the test, so will their love and personal strength, the integrity of their community, the resilience of Mother Nature and the human spirit."Irma Was Here" unveils the personal side of climate change. A bellwether of super storms of the future due to global warming, Irma broke several world records. She was the longest lasting Category 5 hurricane and also the strongest recorded open Atlantic hurricane. Followed closely by Hurricane Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico as a Category 4 hurricane only two weeks later, Irma prompted climate scientists to suggest higher categories be added to the Saffir-Simpson Scale, due to her ferocious winds in excess of 178 mph, second only to the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935. For the people of the Virgin Islands, whose homes she destroyed and whose lives she catapulted into chaos, Irma has left an indelible psychological scar. For the world, she leaves a warning.
When a storm emergency threatens, it may already be too late. A storm that threatens your life, your property, and your state of mind does irreparable damage to your soul. Learn how to survive any storm emergency. And, how you prepare for a storm emergency no matter what storm comes your way determines how you survive. The author was four years old when she experienced her first hurricane. Throughout the years she has endured earthquakes, tornadoes, winter storms with power outages for days, not to mention many nor'easters, tropical storms, and, of course, numerous hurricanes. This book is written to provide the reader with a list of items to prepare in case of weather-related emergencies, potential evacuation for hurricanes, or storm-related disasters. While preparing for any emergency, many items the author shares are everyday items that should be staples already found in your home. The author says, "I have been through many storms some with power outages for days. I've lived in states where nor'easters were common and tropical storms were frequent. I have prepared with water and food for at least a week to 10 days, and have never been without electricity for more than five days. However, those days without electricity were even more challenging to me than during Hurricane Irma." The author continues, "I learned my lesson years ago to be prepared - always be prepared. And, it never hurts to be over-prepared, since in the end, if you don't prepare for any storm emergency, you'll panic, make bad choices, and possibly lose your life." Winter storms with potential for power outages occur December to April. Nor'easters can impact the northeastern United States just about any time of year. Tropical Storms are a grade or two below a hurricane. And Hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th each year. Some years hurricane activity is quiet. On August 25, 2017, the United States was hit first with Hurricane Harvey that decimated Houston, Texas and the southern Texas coast. Then, 16 days later came Hurricane Irma that ripped through the state of Florida from the Florida Keys to Jacksonville, and from the Gulf Coast to the Atlantic Coast. No where in Florida was spared. Eleven days later Hurricane Maria destroyed the U.S. Territory of Puerto Rico. Although Rosemary knows there will be many more storms, she wanted to share her personal survival guide that she uses before and after a storm that keeps her safe and prepared for any storm emergency. Currently a resident of Florida, she and her two kitties survived Hurricane Irma in 2017.
Hurricane Maria was one disaster. The aftermath was another. My husband, teenaged daughter, and I survived Hurricane Maria and the weeks that followed. We had moved to Rincon, Puerto Rico in August, 2017. In the next month, we prepared for two hurricanes. The first, Hurricane Irma, took out electricity and water, but our town quickly rebounded. The next, Hurricane Maria, looked like it would be different. As we prepared for her arrival, the words Category 5 Hurricane were a constant background refrain. We were invited to spend the hurricane with a new friend on the mountain, and together we navigated the challenges created by the storm. When it ended, we hoped that things would quickly return to normal. But after Maria, water, electricity, and access to cell/ internet service were gone. There was no gasoline to buy, and no way to get the cash now needed to buy food. Aid and resources from resources from organizations like FEMA and the Red Cross were slow to arrive to our community. Sometimes it felt like we had been forgotten by our government on the mainland. But we were cared for by our new community. Each evening, our generous neighbor fed us, sharing the family dinners she prepared on her gas stove. Since our stove was electric, we had no way to cook. Others shared information, resources, and goodwill. And our second-floor apartment with it's storefront windows was intact. We had dry beds to sleep in and clothes to wear. Once Claro was back in service, people with generators shared wifi access. It was then that we got messages from friends and family who were concerned for our safety. It was also when we learned of President Trump's demeaning comments regarding the disaster in Puerto Rico. When we left Rincon and the island on October 18, 2017, we were still without electricity, water, or internet/ cellular service. The catastrophe of Maria continues to impact the island as another hurricane season has begun. This story of our experience is based on the diary that I kept at the time.
As we have learned with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), a major disaster can strike anywhere, anytime, and in any form. Survival depends as much on what we know as what we do. Learn the skills you need to survive. This book explores everything that man and Mother Nature can unleash, from hurricanes to blizzards, shark attacks to plane crashes, even mass shootings, nuclear assault, and pandemics. With practical advice from leading experts, how-to tips and important tasks to do right now, plus real-life stories from people who endured catastrophe and lived to tell about it, this book is a comprehensive guide on what to do before, during and after disaster. Owning this book could mean the difference between life and losing it all.