Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities

[Paul Robison]

Hope y'all are staying high and dry
I got over 6 inches of rain so far by the bay.
And..more to come

91L has been declared by the NHC..this should bring us more rains this coming week
Stay weather aware

Is rainwater safe to use if you collect it in clean enough container?

[Texaspirate11]

Hope y'all are staying high and dry
I got over 6 inches of rain so far by the bay.
And..more to come

91L has been declared by the NHC..this should bring us more rains this coming week
Stay weather aware

Is rainwater safe to use if you collect it in clean enough container?

I don't see why not. Many people have rain barrels that they use. I also collect rain water for my flowers and plants.
I suppose if I were thirsty enough I could drink it ...LOL we're gonna get plenty of it this week, my friend.

[Paul Robison]

Hope y'all are staying high and dry
I got over 6 inches of rain so far by the bay.
And..more to come

91L has been declared by the NHC..this should bring us more rains this coming week
Stay weather aware

Is rainwater safe to use if you collect it in clean enough container?

I don't see why not. Many people have rain barrels that they use. I also collect rain water for my flowers and plants.
I suppose if I were thirsty enough I could drink it ...LOL we're gonna get plenty of it this week, my friend.

Well, I have to take into account the source. I mean, we're talking about 91L coming from Mexico, after all. And you know what the air's like down there.

[Texaspirate11]

Paul
Lets steady ourselves. We do have copious amount of rain coming in - could be a Tropical Storm if and when the Hurricane Hunters go in and figure it out for us. Let's not jump to panic mode.

Stay informed and prepared. Be a team player now.
If you prepare and stay informed we will make it through.

[Paul Robison]

Paul
Lets steady ourselves. We do have copious amount of rain coming in - could be a Tropical Storm if and when the Hurricane Hunters go in and figure it out for us. Let's not jump to panic mode.

Stay informed and prepared. Be a team player now.
If you prepare and stay informed we will make it through.

Oh, no, that's not what I meant. I meant how dirty and sooty the air is in Mexico, esp. Mexico City. Haven't you ever been down that way?

[Texaspirate11]

Paul
Lets steady ourselves. We do have copious amount of rain coming in - could be a Tropical Storm if and when the Hurricane Hunters go in and figure it out for us. Let's not jump to panic mode.

Stay informed and prepared. Be a team player now.
If you prepare and stay informed we will make it through.

Oh, no, that's not what I meant. I meant how dirty and sooty the air is in Mexico, esp. Mexico City. Haven't you ever been down that way?

Yes I have, many times.
Paul, we are all taking the night off to prepare for the next couple of days.
It will be interesting to see what the Hurricane hunters come back with tomorrow.
Sleep well.
We'll get through this we are prepared.

[Texaspirate11]

Good Sunday
Please be weather aware the next 48 hours as things are about to change rapidly.
91L whether as depression or tropical storm will be headed our way and bringing copious amounts of rain to the Texas coast. If rain with name, Bill would be it.

Please check up on family, friends or neighbors who need to be informed of our upcoming storm and see if they
need anything to get through.

This will be a VERY wet week indeed - make sure you have food and water to get through in case flooding is an issue
in your area. Make sure you have a plan to leave if you have too and can get out.
Monitor the weather and make sure you get reliable updates.
And if you have to get out - TURN AROUND DONT DROWN.
Don't swim in flooded waters - remember, snakes like it too

I'll be back to update - be safe and weather aware.

[Texaspirate11]

Sunday Night 6/14

Hello Friends
I'm sure you've heard by now a storm is headed to the middle/upper Texas coast.
It's imperative that you begin to watch the weather and stay on top of what is to come.
Regardless of whether its a depression or Tropical Storm, copious amounts of rain will
be upon us. Flash Floods will be an issue. Please familiarize yourself with what the NWS has
put out for us on their website. It is below.

Please begin to help those that may need assistance in knowing about this upcoming event
or helping them prepare. Make sure you have plenty of water, food and other essentials to get you
through the next couple of days.

Be safe and weather aware

[Texaspirate11]

For this Monday night and especially Tuesday and maybe into Wednesday please be weather aware.
This rain system will come in starting late tonight - with a ramp up for Tuesday.
Stay weather aware. If you don't have to go out of the home, please don't

It hasn't been named as of yet, Hurricane Hunters have not found a closed circulation to it
Regardless, we will see rain especially along the coastal areas.

be safe and weather aware.

[Texaspirate11]

Well Friends
I hope you fared well through TS BILL.
How fortunate we were that we didn't take the direct hit.
I know we are experiencing his rain bands and down by the coast, we do see
sporadic flooding from his calling card.
However Matagorda, Wharton perhaps Fort Bend and west of there are seeing his
bad flooding.

Kudos to those who got prepared - received so many lovely texts and emails from those
who took ownership of their preparedness. That's the way to roll.
Remember, Mother Nature will do as she pleases and we must always be ready.
You were!

Keep monitoring the weather as Bill will keep sending his rain bands to us.
Stay safe and weather aware.

[Texaspirate11]

Hello Everyone
These truly have been the lazy hazy crazy dog daze of summer!
I hope you are keeping cool, drinking plenty of water, wearing light clothing (yes you must wear clothing ), and staying out of the sun the best you can.

Doesn't look like there will be much relief for the rest of July.
Here is something really important we all must be aware of: HEAT ILLNESS when we overdo it on days
such as today (heat indices 104 and up) This coming weekend 7/25-26 will really be brutal.
Please take a moment to educate yourself on the warnings of heat strokes so you can avoid it OR
help another person who may be experiencing it. Minutes matter when someone is experiencing heat illness.
Thanks to our wonderful Houston NWS for this information on HEAT ILLNESS.
It's a link - please open it and share it with others you care about:

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/graphicast.php?site=hgx&gc=3

During extremely hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is limited. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperature rises and you or someone you care about may experience a heat-related illness. With the heat expected to continue into the weekend, make sure you know the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses

Stay cool and weather aware. Drink up my friends. It's hot out there.

[Paul Robison]

Hello Everyone
These truly have been the lazy hazy crazy dog daze of summer!
I hope you are keeping cool, drinking plenty of water, wearing light clothing (yes you must wear clothing ), and staying out of the sun the best you can.

Doesn't look like there will be much relief for the rest of July.
Here is something really important we all must be aware of: HEAT ILLNESS when we overdo it on days
such as today (heat indices 104 and up) This coming weekend 7/25-26 will really be brutal.
Please take a moment to educate yourself on the warnings of heat strokes so you can avoid it OR
help another person who may be experiencing it. Minutes matter when someone is experiencing heat illness.
Thanks to our wonderful Houston NWS for this information on HEAT ILLNESS.
It's a link - please open it and share it with others you care about:

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/graphicast.php?site=hgx&gc=3

During extremely hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is limited. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperature rises and you or someone you care about may experience a heat-related illness. With the heat expected to continue into the weekend, make sure you know the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses

Stay cool and weather aware. Drink up my friends. It's hot out there.

1. Will there be a high risk for (isolated or widespread) power outages, Texas Pirate?
2. What's this with staying out of the sun? I thought you said you were a sun-worshipper?

[Texaspirate11]

Hello Everyone
These truly have been the lazy hazy crazy dog daze of summer!
I hope you are keeping cool, drinking plenty of water, wearing light clothing (yes you must wear clothing ), and staying out of the sun the best you can.

Doesn't look like there will be much relief for the rest of July.
Here is something really important we all must be aware of: HEAT ILLNESS when we overdo it on days
such as today (heat indices 104 and up) This coming weekend 7/25-26 will really be brutal.
Please take a moment to educate yourself on the warnings of heat strokes so you can avoid it OR
help another person who may be experiencing it. Minutes matter when someone is experiencing heat illness.
Thanks to our wonderful Houston NWS for this information on HEAT ILLNESS.
It's a link - please open it and share it with others you care about:

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/graphicast.php?site=hgx&gc=3

During extremely hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is limited. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperature rises and you or someone you care about may experience a heat-related illness. With the heat expected to continue into the weekend, make sure you know the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses

Stay cool and weather aware. Drink up my friends. It's hot out there.

1. Will there be a high risk for (isolated or widespread) power outages, Texas Pirate?
2. What's this with staying out of the sun? I thought you said you were a sun-worshipper?

Morning Paul
Personally I am a sun worshipper - but heat stroke is not to be messed with. Just gotta know when enough is enough.
After my trip to the Caribbean and my souvenir was a sun burned back, you would think I would learn my lesson right?

High risk for isolated or widespread power outages? Due to the heat? Doubt it. A couple of years ago, I remember "brown outs" by the electric company but I haven't heard of any coming down the pike. And trust me, power outages wont be due to rain or storms.....

Slather that sun lotion on Paul. This weekend will be a doozy

"If I lived in Texas - I'd rent out Texas and live in Hell" - General Sheridan on his arrival to Texas in the summer.
Bam. that says it all.

[Paul Robison]

Morning Paul
Personally I am a sun worshipper - but heat stroke is not to be messed with. Just gotta know when enough is enough.
After my trip to the Caribbean and my souvenir was a sun burned back, you would think I would learn my lesson right?

High risk for isolated or widespread power outages? Due to the heat? Doubt it. A couple of years ago, I remember "brown outs" by the electric company but I haven't heard of any coming down the pike. And trust me, power outages wont be due to rain or storms.....

Slather that sun lotion on Paul. This weekend will be a doozy

"If I lived in Texas - I'd rent out Texas and live in Hell" - General Sheridan on his arrival to Texas in the summer.
Bam. that says it all.[/quote]

Texas Pirate, perhaps "widespread" is too broad a word. What concerns me, as far as electricity is concerned are the following items:

1.) ERCOT ordering a conservation alert.
2.) Exploding transformers and blown fuses throughout the metro. (esp. SW Houston, as a lot of commercial development is going on here)

What do you think?

[Texaspirate11]

Morning Paul
Personally I am a sun worshipper - but heat stroke is not to be messed with. Just gotta know when enough is enough.
After my trip to the Caribbean and my souvenir was a sun burned back, you would think I would learn my lesson right?

High risk for isolated or widespread power outages? Due to the heat? Doubt it. A couple of years ago, I remember "brown outs" by the electric company but I haven't heard of any coming down the pike. And trust me, power outages wont be due to rain or storms.....

Slather that sun lotion on Paul. This weekend will be a doozy

"If I lived in Texas - I'd rent out Texas and live in Hell" - General Sheridan on his arrival to Texas in the summer.
Bam. that says it all.

Texas Pirate, perhaps "widespread" is too broad a word. What concerns me, as far as electricity is concerned are the following items:

1.) ERCOT ordering a conservation alert.
2.) Exploding transformers and blown fuses throughout the metro. (esp. SW Houston, as a lot of commercial development is going on here)

What do you think?[/quote]


Paul
I think its July, and its hot, and people are ramping up their AC and this may happen to some areas for a bit. But, not like a hurricane or other disasters that may render us helpless (unless you have a generator).
Make sure you have plenty of ice - to cool off and drink tons of water. Or use the ice packs for your neck to stay cool and calm.
You know the drill - ITS SUMMER DUDE!
Couple of years ago, my area was hit with a "Brown out". I remember it was dead in the middle of August.
Gratefully it was around dusk. So, we all sat out on my deck, as all the other neighbors were doing the same. Opened up a
cold one and engaged in good old conversation. It was okay.
Don't worry! If your area does experience a brown out and you need a place with AC, go to a library, or Metropolitan Multi Service Center that the City runs, they may have AC and power on in another area.

[Paul Robison]

[/quote]Paul
I think its July, and its hot, and people are ramping up their AC and this may happen to some areas for a bit. But, not like a hurricane or other disasters that may render us helpless (unless you have a generator).
Make sure you have plenty of ice - to cool off and drink tons of water. Or use the ice packs for your neck to stay cool and calm.
You know the drill - ITS SUMMER DUDE!
Couple of years ago, my area was hit with a "Brown out". I remember it was dead in the middle of August.
Gratefully it was around dusk. So, we all sat out on my deck, as all the other neighbors were doing the same. Opened up a
cold one and engaged in good old conversation. It was okay.
Don't worry! If your area does experience a brown out and you need a place with AC, go to a library, or Metropolitan Multi Service Center that the City runs, they may have AC and power on in another area.[/quote]


Just letting you know: No brownouts that I'm aware of (now). But I do miss the good ole '80s when the rules were simpler. Hot day? Go out and play! No sunscreen needed.

[Texaspirate11]

Great Link below to read and share with those who care
From the Governors Committee for People with Disabilities
Also a PSA for those who are Deaf.

http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts ... from=share

[Paul Robison]

This is getting scary, Texas Pirate:

From ERCOT:

News Release
August 05, 2015

ERCOT peak demand breaks all-time record set in 2011



AUSTIN, TX, Aug. 5, 2015 -- The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) system today set an all-time record for hourly demand, with peak demand for electricity reaching 68,459 megawatts (MW)* today between 4 and 5 p.m.

"We appreciate the work generation and transmission providers in the ERCOT region have put into preparing the system for ever-increasing electric demand as the Texas economy continues to grow." (really?) ERCOT Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Brad Jones said.

The previous all-time record, set on Aug. 3, 2011, was 68,305 MW, during an extended period of record high temperatures. One MW is enough to power about 200 homes during periods of peak demand.

"With temperatures expected to continue to rise tomorrow and Friday, we likely will see even higher demand the remainder of the week," said Jones. "ERCOT will continue to monitor system conditions closely to determine whether voluntary conservation is needed by consumers to maintain overall reliability and protect the grid."

ERCOT Meteorologist Chris Coleman predicts temperatures throughout the region will remain in the triple digits through early next week. See his forecast here.

Wind generation contributed about 2,500 MW during today’s peak.

Consumers can monitor ERCOT system conditions at http://www.ercot.com or through the ERCOT Energy Saver mobile app, available free for Apple or Android devices.

*These numbers are preliminary. Final demand records are subject to change, pending final settlement in the ERCOT market.


No drama intended, but here are my opinions:

1. I'd say there's a 60% chance of ERCOT calling for "voluntary conservation" with higher heat.

2. I think at some point we'll have to talk about rationing water and electricity.

[Texaspirate11]

Hello Friends & Other People

Well, August has come in like a fireball with our temps close to 100 and heat indices anywhere from
103 and up

THIS WEEKEND 8/6/2015 and thru next week, promises to be a VERY HOT ONE.
WIth our temperatures (not heat index) 103-105 it's time to seriously take care of each other.

Remember
Limit your outdoor activities
HYDRATE
Know the signs and symptoms to heat illness (it is posted on here somewhere. I posted it last week.)
If you do go outside: Light clothing and slather that lotion to protect your skin. Wear a hat
Do NOT leave your kids or dogs in the cars by themselves
If you don't have AC/please find a Multi Service Center in your area or friends/families to stay with.

Take it easy. Check up on friends and neighbors.

There should be a weather pattern change soon (think pumpkin everything!)

[Texaspirate11]

This is getting scary, Texas Pirate:

From ERCOT:

News Release
August 05, 2015

ERCOT peak demand breaks all-time record set in 2011



AUSTIN, TX, Aug. 5, 2015 -- The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) system today set an all-time record for hourly demand, with peak demand for electricity reaching 68,459 megawatts (MW)* today between 4 and 5 p.m.

"We appreciate the work generation and transmission providers in the ERCOT region have put into preparing the system for ever-increasing electric demand as the Texas economy continues to grow." (really?) ERCOT Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Brad Jones said.

The previous all-time record, set on Aug. 3, 2011, was 68,305 MW, during an extended period of record high temperatures. One MW is enough to power about 200 homes during periods of peak demand.

"With temperatures expected to continue to rise tomorrow and Friday, we likely will see even higher demand the remainder of the week," said Jones. "ERCOT will continue to monitor system conditions closely to determine whether voluntary conservation is needed by consumers to maintain overall reliability and protect the grid."

ERCOT Meteorologist Chris Coleman predicts temperatures throughout the region will remain in the triple digits through early next week. See his forecast here.

Wind generation contributed about 2,500 MW during today’s peak.

Consumers can monitor ERCOT system conditions at http://www.ercot.com or through the ERCOT Energy Saver mobile app, available free for Apple or Android devices.

*These numbers are preliminary. Final demand records are subject to change, pending final settlement in the ERCOT market.


No drama intended, but here are my opinions:

1. I'd say there's a 60% chance of ERCOT calling for "voluntary conservation" with higher heat.

2. I think at some point we'll have to talk about rationing water and electricity.

Hi Paul!!
Don't think we have to ration water - on the contrary DRINK IT UP.
I'm using my water that I have stored away for hurricane season - you see emergency
situations aren't all about hurricanes, right?
There could be voluntary conservation - there could be brown outs
We'll have to wait and see - this is deadly heat coming in at least for the week.

take care bud - we'll get thru.