Links to helpful sites  

AmenRadio.org -- flood bucket info and much more

Flood Buckets -- instructions and material list

UMCOR -- Hurricanes 2004

Get UMCOR's new church bulletin insert.

UMVIM-SEJ.org -- United Methodist Volunteers In Mission, Southeastern Jurisdiction

District Disaster Coordinators

THANKS TO THE UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

 

www.noaa.gov - up-to-date hurricane forecasts

GOES Satellite Image - updated every 1/2 hour

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration map showing the projected
impact for Hurricane Ivan.

GBGM News - After Hurricane, Signpost Symbolizes Long Connection for Port Charlotte Resident

Tips and other information to get ready for hurricane season are available in many places on the Internet. Listed below are some of those Web sites.

www.floridadisaster.org - Florida Division of Emergency Management provides information in English and Spanish about storm surges, inland flooding and marine safety. It includes tips for what to do before, during and after a hurricane, plus a kids section and pet tips

www.nhc.noaa.gov - The National Hurricane Center Web site provides weather forecasts with satellite imagery, storm-tracking charts and radar, and a history of past hurricanes. u

www.nws.noaa.gov - The National Weather Service Web site. At the main map, click on the southern tip of Florida to see local weather maps. Complete and current weather statistics, including wind speeds, temperature, tides and marine and aviation forecasts are available.

www.fema.gov - The Federal Emergency Management Agency provides information in English and Spanish about protecting property from wind and the National Flood Insurance program.

www.storm.herald.com - Miami Herald hurricane section. Hurricane coverage for southeast Florida, more good tips for preparation and recovery.

www.naplesdailynews - Naples and Southwest Florida hurricane coverage

www.orlandosentinel.com - Central Florida hurricane coverage

www.tampatribune.com - Tampa bay area/west coast hurricane coverage

www.times-union.com - Jacksonville and Northeast Florida hurricane coverage

www.SPTimes.com - St. Petersburg and west coast hurricane coverage