Hurricane Hilary: The LA Edition
So, you're wondering when Hurricane Hilary is going to pay LA a visit, huh? Well, let's just say, it's like waiting for your ex to text back – you're not sure if you want it to happen, but you can't stop checking your phone.
Hilary: The Uninvited Guest
Hilary wasn't exactly the housewarming party we were hoping for. More like a surprise wet blanket. Remember that time you thought you were going to have a chill Sunday brunch, only to find out your entire family is coming over unannounced? Yeah, that's kind of what happened to LA.
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When Did Hilary Actually Hit?
Let's clear something up: Hilary didn't technically hit LA as a hurricane. She was more like that friend who shows up late, looking disheveled, and announces they're "basically a hurricane." It was a tropical storm when it got here. A soggy, windswept, "I'm-not-really-sure-what-I-am" kind of storm.
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What Happened to LA?
LA had a brief moment of "Oh no, a hurricane!" panic, followed by a very wet and windy weekend. People stocked up on supplies like it was the apocalypse, only to realize they needed more rain boots than canned tuna. The city's drainage system had a serious workout, and some neighborhoods looked like Venice without the gondolas.
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So, Will There Be Another Hilary?
Good news: Hilary is a one-time deal. Bad news: climate change is real, and we can expect more intense weather patterns in the future. So, while we might not have another Hilary, we could have her equally annoying cousins, "Stormy" and "Gust."
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How to Prepare for the Next Big Storm
- How to stock your pantry: Think beyond canned goods. You'll need plenty of snacks, comfort food, and adult beverages to get you through.
- How to find your inner survivalist: Learn basic first aid, know how to turn off your water, and practice your duck-and-cover for falling palm trees.
- How to build an ark: Just kidding, but it’s not a bad idea to have a plan for your pets.
- How to stay sane during a power outage: Invest in board games, candles, and a good book. Or, you know, binge-watch everything on Netflix.
- How to embrace the mud: If your neighborhood becomes a swamp, embrace it. Put on your rain boots, grab a floatie, and have a mud wrestling match.
Remember, a little rain never hurt anyone. Unless you're a car or a basement.
