October 29, 2012

Google Launches Live Tracker "Crisis Map" for Hurricane Sandy


Google has created this interactive live tracker which the Google Crisis Response team has collected geographic information during the process. The data comes from a variety of sources, including official information sources and user-generated content.

Hurricane Sandy is stated to be much worse than Hurricane Irene, so please take precaution.

Here are some tips provided by CDC:
  • Several clean containers of water, large enough for a three-to-five day supply -- about five gallons per person
  • A supply of non-perishable foods that can last up to five days. Non-perishable foods may include peanut butter, protein bars, dry cereal or granola, nuts, crackers, canned juices and ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables.
  • A first aid kit and manual.
  • A battery-powered radio, flashlights, and extra batteries.
  • Sleeping bags, extra blankets.
  • Water-purifying supplies, such as chlorine or iodine tablets or unscented, ordinary household chlorine bleach. Here are tips on how to purify water with bleach.
  • Prescription medicines and special medical needs.
  • Baby food and/or prepared formula, diapers, and other baby supplies.
  • Disposable cleaning cloths, such as "baby wipes" for the whole family to use in case bathing facilities are not available.
  • Personal hygiene supplies, such as soap, toothpaste, sanitary napkins, etc.

Follow along and watch the Google Crisis Map Tracker, here.

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