I have a brother living in southern New Brunswick; directly in the path of hurricane Bill. Atlantic Canadians are adept at dealing with blizzards, rabid bears, socialist governments and other apparent freaks of nature. However, they have limited experience with hurricanes. When Juan hit Nova Scotia a few years back, folks were woefully unprepared and it was a disaster. Juan was only a category 1. Bill is expected to be a 2.

Anyway, what would people suggest are the most important things to do in the wake of an impending hurricane? What should one have on hand? Come on Floridians , those Canuck Maritimers really need the benefit of your experience.

By the way, does anyone else think that Bill is a wimpy name for a storm? Seriously, Bill sounds like someone you’d invite over for a brew, not someone who would destroy your house. If they want folks unacquainted with the destructive potential of hurricanes to pay attention, they should have tough names like Bruno, Rocko or Hilary. Bill? You expect a bunch of Canadians to be afraid of something called Bill? These are people who consider being hit with sticks and 100 mph frozen rubber a pastime.