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<div style="font-size: 13px;"><b>From:</b> Helen Anthony <helen@helenanthony.com></div><div style="font-size: 13px;"><b>To:</b> "davidjkolsky@yahoo.com" <davidjkolsky@yahoo.com></div><div style="font-size: 13px;"><b>Sent:</b> Saturday, August 21, 2021, 07:05:29 AM EDT</div><div style="font-size: 13px;"><b>Subject:</b> Storm Preparations: Providence Ward 2 Letter, August 21, 2021</div><div style="font-size: 13px;"><br></div>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: left; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-style: normal; line-height: 150%; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;"><font size="2"><b><span style="font-family:helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;">As you likely know Tropical Storm Henri is currently on a path towards Southern New England, and is expected to begin impacting our region Sunday morning. Below is the latest from the city's Emergency Management Team. Please make basic preparations so you can remain safe. As with any storm, there is the potential for downed trees and power outages. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family:helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;">Let's take care of one another. <br>
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Helen</span></b></font></p>
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<font size="2" style=""><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><font color="#202020" style="font-style: italic; background-color: inherit;">We are </font><b style="font-style: italic;"><font color="#202020">closely monitoring the forecast for Tropical Storm Henri expected to impact Rhode Island Sunday morning into Monday. The storm track is still uncertain at this time and impacts in Providence will vary based on changes in the forecast over the next 24-36 hours. </font><font color="#808080">Tropical Storm Henri is expected to make landfall in southern New England on Sunday with tropical storm-force winds arriving in New England as early as Saturday night. The most likely arrival time for tropical storm force winds in the Providence area will be Sunday morning with storm impacts expected to last into early Monday morning.</font></b><br>
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Accor</span><span style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);">ding to the National Weather Service,</span><b style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);"> Tropical Storm Henri is expected to become a hurricane by Saturday and be at or near hurricane strength when it makes landfall in southern New England. The track of the storm continues to shift but likely threats from this storm include:</b><br>
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* Damaging winds, especially east of Henri's track.<br></b></span></font><font size="2" style=""><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><b style="">
* Storm surge flooding.<br></b></span></font><font size="2" style=""><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><b style="">
* Rainfall and flooding, especially along and west of Henri's track.<br></b></span></font><font size="2" style=""><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><b style="">
* Dangerous marine conditions.<br></b></span></font><font size="2" style=""><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><b style="">
* Tropical storm or hurricane-force winds.</b></span></font></font></blockquote><font size="2" style=""><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, helvetica, arial, verdana, sans-serif;"><br><span style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);">
In preparation for Tropical Storm Henri we recommend that City residents visit the PEMA Hurricanes and Tropical Storms website (</span><a href="https://helenanthony.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0211a39d4f4847bd40714084e&id=b1c61176ea&e=6732c3b43a" style="color: rgb(0, 124, 137); text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.providenceri.gov/pema/hurricanes/</a><span style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);">) and sign up for CodeRED Emergency Alerts (</span><a href="https://helenanthony.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0211a39d4f4847bd40714084e&id=f27704b856&e=6732c3b43a" style="color: rgb(0, 124, 137); text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.providenceri.gov/pema/codered/</a><span style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);">).</span><br>
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Other preparations we encourage residents to make include:</b><br>
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- </b><span style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);">Go to </span><a href="https://helenanthony.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0211a39d4f4847bd40714084e&id=9c999dbe59&e=6732c3b43a" style="color: rgb(0, 124, 137); text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes</a><span style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);"> for information and recommendations.</span><b style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32);"> Also, check in on friends, neighbors and family members that live alone!</b><br><font color="#cb008e" style="background-color: inherit;"><b style="">
- Safety First -</b><br><b style="">
Do not drive on flooded roadways</b><br><b style="">
Stay away from downed power lines</b><br><b style="">
</b>Use gloves and other safety equipment when clearing debris (look to charged power lines)<br>
Review Owner's Manuals for your generator (if you have one)<br>
And provide proper ventilation<br><b style="">
Know your limits, take breaks, stay hydrated</b><br><b style="">
Check on your neighbors</b><br><b style="">
- Have a plan; REVIEW your plan</b><br>
- Inventory and replenish you go kits - ensure you have any medication needed for you and your family and pets<br>
- Practice and verify your communications plan</font><br>
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As the storm approaches, please monitor the local weather and the National Weather Service for the latest storm information. PEMA will also send regular updates with the most current forecasts and preparatory actions the City is taking.</b></span><br></font>
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<img src="https://helenanthony.us7.list-manage.com/track/open.php?u=0211a39d4f4847bd40714084e&id=d1288deaa6&e=6732c3b43a" height="1" width="1" data-inlineimagemanipulating="true" draggable="false"></div><div dir="ltr" data-setdir="false" style=""><div style=""><div class="ydpbdf582ecwrapper" style="font-size: 20px; max-width: 84em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 2em; padding-right: 2em; color: rgb(106, 106, 106); font-family: Source Sans Pro, sans-serif;"><h1 style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 16px; color: rgb(16, 71, 90); font-weight: 400;">Hurricanes and Tropical Storms</h1><div class="ydpbdf582ecfeatured-content"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;">Hurricane season lasts from June 1st to November 30th, although New England is most at risk for hurricanes and tropical storms during August, September, and October. Although the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier has significantly reduced the risk of flooding within Providence, a powerful hurricane is the natural hazard that poses the highest risk to the city.</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;">Hurricanes and tropical storms create dangers that include high winds, heavy rain, tornadoes, flooding, and power outages. <strong>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important now than ever to prepare for hurricane season.</strong> You should know if you live in an evacuation area and know your home’s vulnerability to storm surge, flooding, and wind. Use this knowledge to create a plan of where you will shelter during a storm, such as at home or with friends or family.</p><h3 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; color: rgb(16, 71, 90); text-transform: uppercase;">UNDERSTAND YOUR FLOOD RISK</h3><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;">Flooding the most common and costly hazard in New England and certain parts of Providence are more likely to flood than others. Learn about your home or business’ flood risk with the following resources:</p><div class="ydpbdf582ecsu-list ydpbdf582ecsu-list-style-"><ul style="list-style: none !important; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em !important; padding: 0px !important;"><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Find out whether your property is in a flood-prone or high-risk area using the <strong><a href="https://risegis.ri.gov/portal/apps/Styler/index.html?appid=37dc9eac2c154547a4d7d1bc9f1934e7" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rhode Island Floodplain Viewer.</a></strong></li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Additional resources on floodplain mapping are available from the <strong><a href="http://www.riema.ri.gov/resources/citizens/mitigation/mapping.php" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency.</a></strong></li></ul></div><h3 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; color: rgb(16, 71, 90); text-transform: uppercase;">KNOW WHERE TO SEEK SHELTER</h3><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;">If a storm comes and a mandatory evacuation is not ordered for your location, decide whether to shelter in place or seek shelter elsewhere.</p><div class="ydpbdf582ecsu-list ydpbdf582ecsu-list-style-"><ul style="list-style: none !important; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em !important; padding: 0px !important;"><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span><strong><a href="http://www.providenceri.gov/pema/gather-supplies/" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gather what you’ll need</a></strong> to shelter in place or evacuate ahead of time.</li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Know if you live in a pre-designated <strong><a href="http://www.providenceri.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Providence_Evacuation_081213.pdf" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hurricane evacuation zone.</a></strong></li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Prepare for water and power outages.</li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Make a plan ahead of time of where to seek shelter: Will you stay with family or friends? Will you go to a shelter if they are open?</li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span><strong><a href="http://www.providenceri.gov/pema/codered/" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sign up for CodeRED</a></strong> and monitor local media to know what shelters will be open.</li></ul></div><h3 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; color: rgb(16, 71, 90); text-transform: uppercase;">STORM CLEANUP</h3><div class="ydpbdf582ecsu-list ydpbdf582ecsu-list-style-"><ul style="list-style: none !important; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em !important; padding: 0px !important;"><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Refer to our <strong><a href="https://www.providenceri.gov/pema/thunderstorms/" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">storm cleanup information</a></strong> for guidelines and contact information on how to report and clean up downed trees and damaged property.</li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span>Refer to our <strong><a href="https://www.providenceri.gov/pema/power-outages/" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">power outages information</a></strong> on how to report and check the status of an outage.</li></ul><hr style="border-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: solid; border-bottom-color: rgb(221, 221, 221); border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; margin: 1.5em 0px; background-color: rgb(63, 144, 167); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 0; text-align: center; width: 1102.47px; min-height: 1px;"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;">Tropical weather begins with a low-pressure area of circulating winds over water. A system can develop into a:</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><strong>Tropical depression</strong>: winds of 38 miles per hour (mph) or less</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><strong>Tropical storm</strong>: winds between 39 and 73 mph</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><strong>Hurricane</strong>: winds of 74 mph or more. Hurricanes are given a category—1 through 5—based on wind speed. The higher the winds, the higher the category.</p><hr style="border-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: solid; border-bottom-color: rgb(221, 221, 221); border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; margin: 1.5em 0px; background-color: rgb(63, 144, 167); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 0; text-align: center; width: 1102.47px; min-height: 1px;"><h3 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; color: rgb(16, 71, 90); text-transform: uppercase;">HURRICANE AND TROPICAL STORM WATCHES AND WARNINGS</h3><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;">The National Weather Service issues tropical storm and hurricane watches and warnings to alert the public of potential hazardous conditions. It is important to understand the difference between a watch and a warning so you know what to do to stay safe.</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><strong>Hurricane and Tropical Storm Watch </strong><strong>– </strong><strong>Initiate your family’s disaster plan and protective measures, especially those actions that require extra time, such as securing a boat.</strong></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><em><strong>Hurricane Watch</strong>:</em> Hurricane conditions are possible within 48 hours.</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><em><strong>Tropical Storm Watch</strong>:</em> Tropical storm conditions are possible within 48 hours.</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><strong>Hurricane and Tropical Storm Warning </strong><strong>– </strong><strong>Complete protective actions and decide on the safest location to shelter during the storm.</strong></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><em><strong>Hurricane Warning</strong>:</em> sustained winds of at least 74 mph are expected within 36 hours or less.</p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;"><em><strong>Tropical Storm Warning</strong>:</em> sustained winds of 39 to 74 mph are expected within 36 hours or less.</p><hr style="border-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: solid; border-bottom-color: rgb(221, 221, 221); border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; margin: 1.5em 0px; background-color: rgb(63, 144, 167); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 0; text-align: center; width: 1102.47px; min-height: 1px;"><h3 style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; color: rgb(16, 71, 90); text-transform: uppercase;">ADDITIONAL RESOURCES</h3><div class="ydpbdf582ecsu-list ydpbdf582ecsu-list-style-"></div><ul style="list-style: none !important; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em !important; padding: 0px !important;"><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span><a href="https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">National Hurricane Center (NHC)</a></li><li style="position: relative; line-height: 1.3em; list-style-type: none !important; display: block !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 4px 0px 4px 2em !important;"><span class="ydpbdf582ecfa ydpbdf582ecfa-caret-right" style="display: inline-block; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.3em; font-family: FontAwesome; font-size: inherit; width: 1.3em; text-align: center; color: rgb(63, 144, 167); min-height: 1.3em;"></span><a href="https://www.weather.gov/wrn/hurricane-preparedness" style="color: rgb(45, 117, 153);" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">National Weather Service – Hurricane Preparedness</a></li></ul></div></div></div><div class="ydpbdf582ecbottom-menu-container" style="max-width: 86em; 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