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The Connecticut International Auto Show: 150,000 Square Feet of Cars, Exhibits & Fun!
The Connecticut International Auto Show is gearing up for another great event Nov. 11-13 at the Connecticut Convention Center. The newest 2012 models will be on display, including the latest fuel- efficient vehicles and cars and trucks with the latest...Tags: Lincoln, America's Got Talent (tv program), Prius, Natural Disasters, Toyota
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Hurricane season 2012: Things you should have on hand
Things you should have ready
•Water: At least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7days; also, make extra ice before the storm hits.
•Food: At least enough for 3 to 7 days, mostly nonperishable packaged or canned food, juices.
•Blankets,...Tags: Ibuprofen (drug), Natural Disasters, Health, Services and Shopping, Tools and Hardware
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How to handle hurricanes' utility and service outages
After a big storm, expect utilities and services to be disrupted. Here's what you need to know:
Debris
Pile debris as neatly and as close to the street as you can. But if you can't identify it, don't touch it. Keep debris from piling up around utility...Tags: Natural Disasters, Satellite and Cable Service, Meteorological Disasters, Hurricanes, Companies and Corporations
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Prepare in case you must file a claim with your insurance company
How to file an insurance claim
Try to call your insurance agent immediately.
Begin making temporary repairs to prevent further damage.
Save all receipts. Do not attempt to make permanent repairs until an insurance adjuster has inspected the home.
Most...Tags: Florida, Natural Disasters, Insurance, American International Group, Meteorological Disasters
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Get trees trimmed weeks before a hurricane hits
Preparing your trees
A hurricane can turn a shade tree from backyard friend to monster. Falling limbs and flying debris from trees often add to injuries and damage during severe storms. Things you can do to lessen the danger:
Inspect your trees every...Tags: Natural Disasters, Botany, Science, Meteorological Disasters, Hurricanes
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Get your boat ready before a storm strikes
Preparing your boat
No one should ever attempt to ride out a storm in a boat. To protect themselves and their craft, boaters need to plan ahead. That means:
•Updating your boat- and car-insurance coverage as soon as possible. Some policies cover...Tags: Natural Disasters, Hurricanes, Meteorological Disasters, Disasters and Accidents, Vehicles
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Donating for hurricane relief? Choose wisely
Donate — and don't get scammed
If you want to help others in your community affected by a hurricane, you may want to give money to one or more charities. Be sure to check out the organizations before you write a check. Here are some tips for making...Tags: Human Interest, Natural Disasters, Social Issues, Hurricanes, Meteorological Disasters
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Hurricane season 2012 storm names
Storm names Alberto, Beryl, Chris, Debby, Ernesto, Florence, Gordon, Helene, Isaac, Joyce, Kirk, Leslie, Michael, Nadine, Oscar, Patty, Rafael, Sandy, Tony, Valerie, William Animated weather radar on your phone Use your smartphone app to see real-time...Tags: Natural Disasters, Weather Reports, Meteorological Disasters, Hurricanes, Weather Radar
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Family Files Claims in Case of Woman Killed by Fallen Tree
KTLA NewsCOSTA MESA, Calif. (KTLA) -- The parents of a woman crushed by a fallen eucalyptus tree last year has filed wrongful-death claims against the city of Newport Beach. Haeyoon Miller's mother and father filed separate claims within the last two weeks....Tags: Natural Disasters, Witnesses, Natural Resources, Car Safety Tips and Advice, Science
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Wind Advisory Until 7am
MeteorologistSpring officially arrives March 20th at 1:14am (Vernal Equinox) but meteorologically speaking, spring has already "sprung". Meteorological Winter is marked and recorded from December 1st to March 1st. And so the climate stats are already in for the Winter...Tags: Natural Disasters, Weather Reports, Astronomy, Science, WPMT
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Snowmobiler is grateful after life came crashing down
When Forrest Ericksen's relatives spoke about his snowmobile accident, they would say "Dr. Watson this, Dr. Watson that."
Ericksen, 18, had been in a coma and could not remember the physician who led the surgical team that saved his life. But he wanted...Tags: Champaign (Champaign, Illinois), Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Health, Hospitals and Clinics, Physical Therapists
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Outer Banks hoping to attract more tourists for holiday season
Outer Banks businesses are hurting after Hurricane Irene took away valuable weeks of tourism. They’re hoping a campaign to bring visitors in for the holidays will make up for the lost time.
They are now working on last minute touch ups to put...Tags: Hurricane Irene (2011), Outer Banks, Natural Disasters, Business, Hurricanes
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