As everyone is aware...education is key to almost every problem that we face.  Please go to this site to obtain checklists, guides, etc to help you prepare for all types of emergencies:

http://www.fema.gov/areyouready/

I'd also like to thank Dave for keeping us up to date with TS Chris.  Please take the time to look at his post to keep track of this storm system.

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