Jacksonville and Hurricanes: A Not-So-Wet and Windy Love Story
Ah, Jacksonville. Land of sunshine, beaches, and... well, not exactly hurricanes. Now, don't get us wrong, this Northeast Florida city does get its fair share of tropical troublemakers swirling around offshore. But when it comes to a direct hit, Jacksonville seems to have a knack for dodging the worst of it.
The Last Dance (for Now): Hurricane Irma
The most recent hurricane to give Jacksonville a good talking-to was Irma back in September 2017. This Category 3 storm brought some impressive wind gusts and enough rain to fill your backyard pool... and maybe your neighbor's too. Luckily, Irma didn't unleash its full fury on the city, and Jacksonville escaped relatively unscathed.
Here's the thing: Jacksonville sits on a kind of hurricane-dodging sweet spot. The curve of the coastline and prevailing currents tend to steer these watery whirlwinds further north or south. Basically, Jacksonville has mastered the art of the hurricane side-eye.
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The Not-So-Forgotten
Let's not forget Hurricane Dora in 1964, though. This one was a different story. Dora, packing 110 mph winds, gave Jacksonville a taste of its power. There was some serious flooding and power outages, but luckily, the city bounced back.
Jacksonville's Hurricane History: A Cliff Notes Version
- Jacksonville: Master of hurricane side-eye since forever.
- Hurricane Irma (2017): Brought the rain, not the pain (mostly).
- Hurricane Dora (1964): Not cool, Dora. Not cool.
How To Prepare for a Hurricane (Just in Case)
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Even though Jacksonville seems to have a hurricane kryptonite, it's always better to be safe than sorry. Here are some quick tips:
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How To Stock Up on Supplies:
- Gather food, water, and medications that will last for a few days. Don't forget the pet food!
- Batteries, flashlights, and a good old-fashioned board game night are your friends.
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How To Stay Informed:
- Monitor weather reports and listen to local advisories.
- Sign up for emergency alerts to stay on top of the situation.
How To Secure Your Property:
- Board up windows and bring in any outdoor furniture that could become a projectile.
- Trim trees and clear any debris around your house.
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How To Evacuate (If Necessary):
- Follow evacuation orders promptly and head to designated shelters.
- Pack a go-bag with essentials like clothes, toiletries, and important documents.
How To Relax (After the Storm Passes):
- Check on your neighbors and offer help if needed.
- Be patient as power lines are restored and things get back to normal.
- And hey, maybe this time you can finally finish that jigsaw puzzle!
So, there you have it. Jacksonville and hurricanes: a love story that (hopefully) won't involve any flying debris or roof repairs. But hey, it's always good to be prepared, right? Now go forth and conquer hurricane season (or at least make a killer hurricane party playlist)!
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