Five things you need to know about Hurricane Irma hitting Gaston County
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What are the chances Irma will hit us? We won't truly know Irma's path through the Carolinas until later this weekend. And even if the eye of the storm strays west or east, that doesn't mean we're in the clear. Last year, Hurricane Matthew roared up the Carolina coast, causing devastation to the eastern seaboard. But miles inland,
Does it matter if the storm goes east or west of us?
How will we know Irma's severity? Irma has been downgraded to Category 4 as it nears
What do you need to do to prepare? It never hurts to be overcautious. You will want both your home and car to be prepared for the storm. Make sure light sources are handy in the house, such as flashlights, candles or lanterns. Stock up on water, food and first aid equipment. For the car, keep a phone charger inside, fill up the gas tank, and if possible, move it out of the way of trees that can fall onto it. For more information,
What's next? If you're going to leave town, do so this weekend before the storm hits. If you're staying and are stocked up on supplies, don't leave home Monday unless you have to and keep checking
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