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Page 14-A Hurricane Watch „ i -- Apathy Is Greatest Danger ByMuW.MKy.Jr. Director Peg. Emergeacy The greatest threat of a Urge number of deaths in the United Statu I believe to be, not an earthquake, not a (warm of tornadoes, or not even a nuclear plant accident .but a hurricane. We have the potential for a hurricane claiming 10,000 deaths becauae few people think that hurricane* pose that kind of threat. That attitudeof apathy greatly multiplies the dangers of a hurricane. The main killer will be the storm surges that accompany hurricanes. Storm surges are giant wind-driven waves that push ahead of a hurricane. The warn, which may be 30 feet or higher, plow inland until tamed by the countour of the land. More than 6,000 people died when storm tides swept over Galveston Island in 1900. Storm surges caused 350 deaths near New Orleans in 1909; 240 deaths in Florida in IBM; 000 in Long Island and New England in 1938. Hundreds of people died when the storm surge in 1957 from Hurricane Audrey caused flooding in flat Louisiana coastal land as far as 2S miles inland And the record goes on and on. Instead of respecting the sea, people by the millions have moved like lemmings in recent years an to the spits of sand we call barrier islands. It is beautiful to live that near the ocean, but it is dangerous to consider your family and your dwelling safe from the wind and waves of a hurricane. 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The populations of some beach areas have increased so fast in the last few years that is is now mathematically im possible to evacuate everyone within a day dr so on the few roads that lead inland. If people have on'v 12 hours to evacuate in the face of hurricanes in some large population centers, it is impossible for everyone to leave by car. Some of these people may be caught by a hurricane on low, coastal high ways, sitting bumper-to bumper- in traffic blocked by downed trees and flooded roads. It has been suggested that some large coastal cities should plan to evacuate people ver tically into high-rise buildings. But there has been little local planning and preparation for such hurricane evacuations. Sooner or later, the United States will experience a horrible disaster from a hurricane. Thousands of people will die in their beach cottages, in high rise condominiums with pilings buried in sand, and in their cars on coastal roads. Hie denseness of the coastal populations, coupled with people’s lack of respect for hurricanes, add up to tragedy. We have ignored the teachings of history. Historically, coastal smashing hurricanes occur every one and one half years in Florida; every four years in New, England, North Carolina and Louisiana; every five years in Georgia and South Carolina; every six years in Alabama and Mississippi; and every 11 years in New York; and every 16 years in Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey. The odds are against man. Coastal regions are not the only ones threatened. Don’t overlook Mother Nature’s wrath when it comes to hurricanes causing death and destruction far inland. Some of the nation’s greatest disasters were caused by hurricanes that weakened into tropical storms over land. The storms pick up tons of water while they move over the warm ocean. When they hit the colder land, they dump their loads of water in the form of rain that is sometimes measured in tens of inches. Hurricanes produce record floodß, far from the salt air. For example, Hurriane Agnes caused over 100 deaths and billions of dollars in flood damage in 5,000 square miles of the interior of mid-Atlantic states in 1972. Whether coastal or inland, communities that have flood hazards and agree to attempt to manage or mitigate their hazards, are eligible to join the National Flood Insurance Program. Under the Federal program, residents and businesses may purchase flood insurance protection at af fordable rates. If you live in a flood-prone area, consult with your in surance agent or broker about purchasing flood insuiance. You’ll find that your homeowners insurance policy does not provide flood protection, but that you can purchase a separate policy for flood coverage on a building and its contents. Call your insurance agent or broker to find out what coverage you need, if you don’t have a flood insurance policy. You should hope that you’ll never need to collect on your flood insurance policy, but if you need it, it may save you from total financial disaster. The program is administered by the Federal Insurance Ad ministration within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Just as a family should check on their flood insurance protection at the start of the hurricane season each year an June 1, the family should also consider other protective steps. You need to re-think each year what steps you would take if an evacuation of your area is or dered because of an ap proaching hurricane. If your home is in a relatively safe area, a hurricane may require some precautionary steps: check your household supply of non-perishable food, first aid kit, -fire extinguisher, battery powered radio, flashlights, and extra batteries. Tips on safety precautions, details on the availability of purchasing flood insurance, and other suggested hurricane preparations are listed in FEMA materials being distributed this summer as part of a hurricane awareness campaign. A number of com munities are conducting local hurricane awareness cam paigns with the help of civil defense offices, fire and police departments, insurance agents, civic groups, and governmental agencies. Together, we are attempting to inform and educate the public on the dangers of hurricanes. While leaflets may help educate people to the threat of hurricanes, I pray that it will not take a disastrous hurricane to break people way from their apathetic attitudes. As far as is known, there was no writing in a Slavic language before the 9th century A.D. PICKWICK BILLARDS will close Monday, July 7th for summer vacation. They will re-open „ ■ - r .■ ..K V . - ■> .. .. ‘ - THE CHOWAN HERALD ■ ■ 1 | ***' - I— ' . jj WfjT- 1 Mb ■■■ SKEINS OF YARN? No, these “skeins” are polypropylene fiber manufactured in the Bainbridge, Ga., plant of Amoco Fabrics Company, one of the nation’s wning polypropylene fiber producers. The fiber is used for carpeting and industrial fabrics and is preferred over natural fibers because of lower costs and greater durability. Cherokee Village Activities Continued From Page 2A guided tour of the historic Qualla Boundary with lectures, demonstrations and stops at historic and scenic sites. Included is admission to “Unto These Hills” outdoor drama, the Museum of the Cherokee Indian and Oconaluftee Living Indian Village. Bus transportation is provided. Food and lodging not in cluded. Cost is $35. —“Backpacking: How to Enjoy the Wilderness,” June 27-28, July 18-19, Aug. 8-9, Aug. 29-30, instructed by James Jackson and Robert Harkness of Cullowhee Outfitters. You provide your own food, equipment and tran sportation to the trailhead and Camper College will lead you into the deep, dark Smokies and teach you how to cook in the wilderness and pitch a comfortable tent. You’ll learn about first aid, wilderness sanitation and ecology ethics, how to read a topographical map and a compass. Cost is $35. —“Applachian Dancing,” June 27-28, Aug. 15-16, in structed by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Park of John C. Campbell Folk -School. Learn clogging, round and square dances as well as the origins of various folk dances. A fun course for all age groups. Cost is $25. —“Whitewater Canoeing,” July 4-5, August 1-2, August 29-30, instructed by Jackson and Harkness. Want to canoe a mountain river? Then this is the course few you. It will start with basic maneuvers in still water and progress as your skills improve to the more exciting white water. Classes emphasize the proper use of equipment and safety techniques. Tran sportation and rental of top BINGO EACH THURSDAY—B PM. s AT ST. ANN’S | CATHOLIC CHURCH WO JACKPOTS S2oo«> EACH quality canoes are included. Enrollment is limited. Cost, is $65 —“ldentifying Plants of the Smokies,” July 4-5, July 25-26, August. 15-16, taught by Dr. Dan Pittillo of the WCU biology faculty. This class begins with an in troduction to the natural habitats of the Great Smokies and continues with a hike (About 4-5 miles to high elevation mountains, forest and balds. The first day concludes with over night camping at a primitive campsite. Second day includes studey of lower elevations with emphasis on plant identification and uses. Cost is $35. —“Trout Fishing in Mountain Streams,’’ Spinner-Fishing-July 11-12, August 8-9, August 22-23; Fly Fishing- June 27-28, July 25-26; taught by Jim Hamilton and Jack Galloway. Enrollment is strictly limited to 15 persons per class. Most of the meetings are held in the cool waters of the Oconaluftee River which is well stocked with trophy brown, brook and rainbow trout. Learn the . best techniques and pointers from some of the best fishermen in the area. Cost is $35. “lndian Basket weaving,” July 11-12, Aug. 15-16, taught by Juanita Wolfe, a native Cherokee Indian artisan. Learn to make decorative baskets from native white oak and other woods. Included is information and splitting wood, weaving, colors and dyes. Limited class enrollment. Course cost is $35, plus a $5 supplies fee. —“Homesteading skills and Knowledge, ” August 1- 2, August 22-23, taught by Bob Perley of John C. Campbell Folk School. Learn about becoming self sufficient and homesteading. This class covers land acquisition, shelter, heating with wood, passive solar heat, tools and equipment and the basic skills needed to use hand and machine tools. You’ll also learn how to avoid the major pitfalls. Enrollment is limited. Cost is $45. —“Appalachian Folklife,” July 25-26, August 29-30, instructed by Blanton Owen, folklorist at the WCU Mountain Heritage Center. Study the unique culture of the Applachians and its contribution to the development of American Society. Visit with the traditional musicians in the area and hear their old-time tunes and rhythms. A relaxing look into the lives of Southern Applachian people and their heritage. Cost is $25. —“Kayaking on the Tuckaseigee,” July 18-19, August 15-16, instructed by Jackson and Harkness. Class begins with safety lectures and equipment check on dry land. Then kayakers take to the river to learn how to chalienge' the exciting white water. Pack It 3 * lunch and picnic alongside mountain streams. Tran sportation, fiberglass kayak, and equipment are included. Enrollment is limited. Cost is $65. Headquarters for all Camper College courses is the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, located in the heart of Cherokee across from the “Unto These Hills” box office. For information and registration on any Camper College course, call or write, Camper College, Division of Continuing Education, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, N.C. 28723, telephone (704) 227- 7387. Registration requires a $lO non-refundable deposit that will be credited to your tuition. KEEP COOL! With A General Electric AIR CONDITIONER 4000 to 24000 BTU From OuiNN J or EsorrcK nc PHONE 482-4489 For Quotation -WE SERWCE-JWHAT WE SELL.- 30 month oinmans Minimum depottt of SSOO now paying (2Vi years to maturity.) Quoted Rate Effective To *1 IV July 9, 1960. mjk ★compounded daily for an effective annual V yield of 9.69% k 3 v BANK of S ? ':V | NORTH CAROUNA K;.: N.A. m*rnn* Candidate Speaks Leadershp Is Stressed Bill Cobey, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, issued the following statement last Inflation is a major concern of every North Carolinian, and is a problem which needs to be eliminated by good state leadership. Governmental bureaucrats in Raleigh, as well as in Washington are primarily to blame for the state of our economy. Needless spendbig by big government contributes to more and more inflation in our state. North Carolina has seen a tax increase of 49 cent and an increase of 16,0Q0 new state employees since 1976. I believe that less government spending and lower taxes are the keys to obtaining improvements in our economy and giving economic relief to all North Carolinians. The current proposed state budget, winch has been granted a tacit approval by the present Lieutenant' Governor of North Carolina, only intensifies deficit spending and inflation. As lieutenant governor, I will work for tax reform and cautious government spending, so as to benefit North Carolina taxpayers. Our state is a victim of too much governmental in tervention from federal agencies such as Health, Education and Welfare, which threatens our tobacco industry and the University of North Carolina system. North Carolina needs leaders who will defend the interests of the people against governmental in tervention and allow private industries to operate free from federal and state controls. Moral leadership is vitally needed in the United States. North Carolina should set the pace for the rest of the nation by electing public office-men and women who are committed to principles of honest and quimty leadership. We must return to the values and principles upon which our nation was founded. I intend to serve the people of North Carolina as a lieutenant governor who will show vital concern for our state. I will provide North Carolina with AGRICULTURE IS OUR We’re owned by those we serve... farmers, ranch ers, prowera. We’re staffed by agricultural credit specialists. We provide credit geared toagricutture. If you re a farmer, we’re in the same business. Albemarle Production Credit Association 426 McArthur Street Elizabeth City, N.C. Telephone 335-5395 jg CW Hwy. 17 N. (Bus.) Edenton, N.C. HI Telephone 482-4904 For Operating Credit and Capital Investment Credit Thursday, July X 1986 leadership that will decrease inflation by providing leas big govern ment and less wasteful government spending, , which will result in relieving North Carolinians from the burden of heavy taxes. As lieutenant governor, I will defend North Carolina’s industries and educational institutions from govern mental controls. I will provide moral leadership for our state, so that North Carolina can regain a sense of integrity and well-being. BUI Cobey Roberts Is Graduate WICHITA FALLS, Tx. Airman First Class Vincent R. Roberts, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Roberts, Route 1, Edenton, N.C., has graduated from the U.S. Air Force medical laboratory specialist course at Shep pard Air Force Base, here. Graduates learned how to prepare and analyze biological specimens and earned credits toward anv associate degree in applied science through the Com munity College of the Air Force. 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