HMCI urges readiness for risky late storm season
(CNS): Against the backdrop of forecasters calling for a busy second half of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, government has announced a new National Week of Readiness from 18 to 25 September. Led by Hazard Management Cayman Islands (HMCI), the initiative is part of a broader effort to cultivate a culture of preparedness and ensure all residents remain ready and vigilant for the most active period of the storm season this year.
Historically, the latter half of the Atlantic hurricane season presents heightened risk due to increased storm activity. The goal is for National Week of Readiness to serve as a timely reminder for residents to take the necessary steps to safeguard themselves, their families, and their property.
While the country has largely been spared so far this season, Premier Juliana O’Connor-Conolly said that as we enter the most dangerous period of the hurricane season, it’s important to remain prepared, vigilant, and supportive of each other.
“We must not only ensure our own safety, but we should also be our brother’s keeper by extending help to those who need it. Let us prepare in faith and in action, trusting that by working together, we can face whatever may come,” she added.
HMCI Director Danielle Coleman pointed to the possibility of “sudden and significant” storm activity at this time of year. “Rapid intensification of storms is very real this season and we need to be ready for them,” she said. “The National Week of Readiness is a reminder to take practical steps now rather than waiting for an imminent threat. Secure your homes, gather essential supplies, and stay informed through official channels.”
In their fortnightly forecast on Tuesday, the storm experts at Colorado State University said global models have a robust signal for a tropical cyclone emerging from the western Caribbean in the coming 8 to 12 days.
“This system could be strong and consequently generate moderate Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE), although ACE generation could be somewhat tempered due to a relatively short lifetime. Regardless of how much ACE the system generates, any development in the western Caribbean should be closely monitored for potential landfall impacts,” the scientists warned.
Meanwhile, local supermarkets Kirk Market, Fosters and Hurley’s have partnered with the government by offering “Blue Tag Specials” throughout the National Week of Readiness on identified hurricane items for household pantries. Special displays will highlight essential items for hurricane preparedness, such as non-perishable food, bottled water, first aid supplies, flashlights, and batteries.
To ensure preparedness this season, government officials made the following recommendations:
Create a Hurricane Emergency Plan: Identify safe locations within your home and community, plan evacuation routes, and ensure all family members are aware of communication procedures in case of emergency.
Pack an Emergency Bag: Ensure each family member has a readily accessible bag with personal identification, necessary medications, important documents, and basic supplies, including food, water, and toiletries.
Stock an Emergency Kit: Assemble enough non-perishable food and water for at least three days per person, along with a battery-powered radio, flashlights, and extra batteries. A fully stocked first aid kit is also essential.
Stay Informed: Monitor official Government communications via CIG channels, including Radio Cayman for updates and the Cayman Islands National Weather Service, for the most current weather forecasts and emergency instructions.
See here for additional information on preparedness and resources
or follow the Cayman Islands Government and HMCI’s social media platforms for ongoing updates and preparedness tips.
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Well gosh darn it we live in a hurricane zone who would have thought it? Our government has jumped on the bandwagon of fear can be used to control people.
Boy who cried wolf for these “experts” and “predictions” been so far off no one will believe them when it actually is coming.
So 10 inches of rain expected this weekend and i dont see any NRA crew blowing wells out. The community can only do so much to help themselves madam premier. Instead of wasting the public purse and telling us to be our brother keepers, why not do your duty o ensure “all” in the community stand a fighting chance.
Emergency services getting through town…?
hmci now giving us updates on western carribean systems that won’t impact cayman????…..zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
some ppl very busy trying to look busy.
The late season storms that form in the Western Caribbean are well known to be some of the worst storms. Mitch, Michelle, Paloma, Wilma and the hurricane of 1932 (the worst in terms of lives lost in Cayman) were all late-season storms that devastated parts of the Caribbean and Central America. What’s more, if one of the big ones were to form southwest and Cayman, move northeast (which they do often in the late season due to weak steering patterns) and pass to the west of Grand Cayman, Seven Mile Beach could face tremendous damage. Don’t think the season is over just because there hasn’t been much activity so far.
yep…it only takes one storm..etc……zzzzzzz
how about discussing the reasons why predictions for this season have been miles off so far????
That’s easy. human induced climate change is happening at a rate that our existing climate models are struggling to account for. “Unprecedented” sums it up.
It has to do with why the waves are coming off Africa at a higher latitude, into cooler waters and with more Saharan dust. And yes, it has to do with the changing climatology.
100% waffle and people trying to justify their own positions….
this season is done and the experts will cleaning egg from their faces for a long time.
trust is gone.
I wouldn’t go so far as to say that. Hurricane season is through till the end of November. We should always stay vigilant but that doesn’t mean we should give in to fear and hysteria. Just be sensible and keep and eye on websites like NOAA and youtube channels like Mr Weatherman. He’s great!
weatherman know his stuff…but is always possible doomsday scenario with him…he is pure clickbait.
just look at his video thumbnails.
I usually look at the ECMWF and GFS models for myself. But other times I put my faith in a guy jumping about his living room in front of a 55″ flat screen.
Listen, don’t encourage them. Some of these bruddas still using up their Covid-19 toilet paper stockpile.
#facts
#stateoffear