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1. Watch the news.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:36 MDT

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The meteorologist will probably be forcasting doom, but it'll be "twelve hours from now" doom. Be thankful you live inland.

2. Pick up the guide.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:31 MDT

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The Houston city sent one to everyone, and now it's not just for amusement anymore.

3. Check the weather.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:27 MDT

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Look out the window. If the wind is throwing trees into cars, you've already run out of time. Go hide in Deb's closet.

4. Stock up on water.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:22 MDT

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If you're cheap and drink lots of milk, you're halfway there. Use the time not stuck at the store to learn how to aim a camera.

5. Charge the essential electronics.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:17 MDT

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If your power goes out, you must have the essential pieces charged beforehand. Decide now: can you live without 30 Rock for over a day?

6. Tape your windows.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:07 MDT

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If the glass breaks, you want it to hold together...even through the magic of masking tape.

6b. Seriously. Tape.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:26:03 MDT

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If nothing else, you can practice fun plaids or decrative swirls.

7. Fill the bathtub.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:25:58 MDT

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You can use this water in a pinch after the storm. Please clean the tub first.

8. Talk with friends and family.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:25:53 MDT

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Make sure that they not only know your plans for the storm, but also connect on a personal level (just in case).

9. Stock up on canned goods.

banana_bean — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:25:47 MDT

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If you do nothing else, make sure you have plenty of tuna and raviloli to eat during your two weeks of no power.