Dear Residents of Lauderhill:
As you may have heard about, Ernesto has become a Category 1 Hurricane. Though it is not presently directly headed to our region, it is always possible for the hurricane to turn. Earlier, tracking showed it going off the west coast of Florida and heading towards Pensacola. This would have provided some rain and wind to our area.
Right now, it shows to be a bit closer to the west coast, with some models showing it curving into Tampa, heading towards the Carolina's. No one can predict its path, and therefore we should start thinking about becoming prepared.
Presently, it appears that our region will be affected, to some extent, from Tuesday morning until Wednesday evening. Therefore, start watching reports, start reviewing hurricane supplies and implementing those hurricane procedures you have that may take a few days to put into place. Pay bills, secure outside equipment, make sure you have an adequate supply of propane gas, fill up cars with gas, have plenty of batteries, have water and ice, and for those with generators, make sure they are ready to be used if needed. If a storm comes, supplies could be difficult to come by then. Even if the storm does not turn towards us, it would still be good to show that we are prepared.
Also, for those that have not voted in the upcoming primary, September 5, it would be a good time to get out and vote before the storm. Locations are open each day at the Lauderhill Mall and the Tamarac Library. Lines, if any, are short. For more information about voting, or for possible updates on the storm, you can continue to check my Blog. Also, listen to the city's AM radio station for updates at 1650 AM WQFF.
Lauderhill has not activate its emergency system, and the purpose of this e-mail is advisory only.
Very Truly Yours,
Richard J. Kaplan
Mayor, City of Lauderhill
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