September Already! Even though the last day of summer is officially
September 22, it feels like summer
really ends once Labor
Day weekend rolls around and the "back to school" sales are announced. For most of the Northern Hemisphere, the weather
is already cooling off and we unfortunately seem to be well into
hurricane season. This season officially
began on June 1st, but history has shown that the United States has weathered the worst hurricanes during the fall months.
This past August, hurricane Katrina
ravaged the gulf coast, killing dozens of Americans and leaving
millions without power. Even though most civilians were
warned, many experienced significant
financial and property
damages. Those who live along the South Atlantic coast know that hurricane preparation is very important. Staying tuned
to
weather reports is always a good idea and will help determine the
severity of the storm. Civilians should have an
evacuation route
planned in case the storm is headed toward their specific region.
Those who plan on bunkering down and waiting it out should stock up on
disaster
supplies such as
batteries,
flashlights,
first aid kits,
food and
water. For more
information and resources for hurricane preparation, try visiting the
Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Thankfully, this time of the year is not all doom and gloom. The
new academic year can be a busy and
exciting time for most Americans. Retail stores are
offering back to school and summer clearance sales to make room for the
new autumn clothing line. Business will likely surge for vendors
selling
backpacks,
sneakers, and
school supplies to new and returning students.
Feel free to take a gander at the below resources, as they may be of some use during this month: