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Hurricane Preparedness

admin — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 23:53:03 +0000

Hurricane season is in full swing and Kitterman Woods wants our residents to be prepared. The last ten years have been kind to us, especially compared to the onslaught we faced in 2004 and 2005, but it only takes one storm to remind us of Mother Nature’s fury. If that one storm does affect us, you can be assured that Kitterman Woods is ready and able to respond quickly to the needs of our residents.

Don’t wait until a hurricane is bearing down to make these important decisions. Do it now to ensure your family’s safety. Together we can make it a safer and less worrisome hurricane season for everyone.

Here are some basic tips:

Know where to go. If you are ordered to evacuate, know the local hurricane evacuation route(s) to take and have a plan for where you can stay. Contact your local emergency management agency for more information.
Put together a disaster supply kit, including a flashlight, batteries, cash, first aid supplies, and copies of your critical information if you need to evacuate
If you decide to stay in your home, plan for adequate supplies in case you lose power and water for several days and you are not able to leave due to flooding or blocked roads.
Turn your refrigerator or freezer to the coldest setting and open only when necessary. If you lose power, food will last longer. Keep a thermometer in the refrigerator to be able to check the food temperature when the power is restored.
Turn on your TV/radio, or check your city/county website every 30 minutes in order to get the latest weather updates and emergency instructions.

Here is a list of Red Cross recommended supplies:

Recommended Supplies

Water—at least a 3-day supply; one gallon per person per day

Food—at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable, easy-to-prepare food

Flashlight & Battery-powered or hand-crank radio Don’t Forget Extra batteries

First aid kit & Medications (7-day supply) and medical items (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, etc.)

Sanitation and personal hygiene items

Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)

Cell phone with chargers

Extra cash

Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers)

Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, and bowl)

Extra set of car keys and house keys. Don’t forget to fill your car’s gas tank.

Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes, rain gear.

Insect repellent and sunscreen

For more information visit http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/prepare/ready.php orhttp://www.redcross.org/get-help/prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/hurricane#/Prepare

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Food Truck Invasion

admin — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 23:50:57 +0000

Kitterman Woods residents, get out of the house tonight! Enjoy the water, a lovely evening, and some awesome food from local food truck vendors in Fort Pierce!

You can find them at MARINA SQUARE by the Library by Melody Lane.
We’re heading back to Fort Pierce. Come check out some of the best food trucks. Then be sure to make this your Tuesday night tradition as we come back every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Food trucks from as far South as Miami will be rolling up into River Walk.

Marina Square
1 Avenue A
Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Growing lineup of Food Trucks attending on August 16th
Buggy Bistro
Carnival Factory
Cheesezilla
Conch Shack
Da Burger Shack
Georgia Boy & Ethel’s Famous Wings
Good Eats See Food
It Cannoli Be
Oasis of the Foods
Potato Corner
Smoke King BBQ
Sweet Cravings NY

If this is your first time to a Food Truck Invasion here is what you need to know:
This is a huge outdoor picnic where food trucks of different origins, cuisine and menus prepare food that is cooked to order. It’s not fast food, as the majority of the trucks are run by regional chefs. A great deal of fusion cuisine, comfort foods and sweet treats to choose from will be available by a selection of over a dozen food trucks. Be sure to bring your folding chairs or blankets to picnic at the park grass surroundings.

Interested vendors please contact us at: http://foodtruckinvasion.com/contact-us/join-us/

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1588037181490001/

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Today is the Summer Solstice

admin — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 03:43:03 +0000

Today is the Summer Solstice, which is sometimes referred to as “Midsummer” Litha”. It’s the longest day of the year. The amount of daylight only goes down from here….for the next six months. Did you know? The sun does not set at the North Pole today. There is 24 hours of sunlight. Does it make up for that cold day in December when the sun does not rise above the horizon? No, but on this day it sure does feel good wherever you are!

Summer Solstice is the meteorological start of summer. It’s time to enjoy all the great amenities here at Kitterman Woods, two resort style pools, basketball, volleyball, tennis, or a leisurely stroll around the lakeside jogging path.

Kitterman Woods is also minutes from beaches and everything else that goes along with the favorite season of kids and most adults. St. Lucie County has many beautiful beaches for you to visit. Enjoy your own personal water sport interest from snorkeling to boogie boarding. We offer horseback riding on the beach at Frederick Douglas Memorial Park and dogs are welcome at Walton Rocks beach. So come out, have fun and cool down during those summer months. Lifeguards are stationed at Pepper Park and Waveland. Grab your favorite beverage and enjoy the season, because for many of us it is all too short.

Here is a link to an interactive parks/preserves map: http://gis.stlucieco.gov/ParksPreserves/

Beach Grazers

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Support Orlando, Pray For Orlando, Orlando United

admin — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 15:22:42 +0000

We are heart broken by the latest tragedy in Orlando. Here at Kitterman Woods and throughout our state and country, we are reminded that now is the time to unite and give back.

“Hundreds of people have answered the call, waiting in line to give blood to help the victims in the Orlando, Florida, terror attack, the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history.

So many that OneBlood, the local blood bank, met its needs for Sunday, according to Pat Michaels, a spokesman who spoke to CNN affiliate WFTV. But the organization will need blood in the coming days, especially for the rarer types — O negative, O positive and AB plasma, says Michaels.

You can help the victims with monetary donations, as well. Equality Florida, a nonprofit LGBT civil rights organization, has set up a GoFundMe account for the victims and their families. Equality Florida spokesperson Ida Vishkaee Eskamani says all of the money donated will go to the families.

The initial goal was $500,000 which was met in just hours. Now the goal is $5 million.

“We’ve gotten responses from folks all over the world,” says Eskamani.

The global nonprofit organization Planting Peace has set up a site for donations on CrowdRise.

The money donated will help cover the funeral and medical costs of the victims. The goal is $100,000.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said that relatives of victims who need information can call a special hotline at (407) 246-4357.

Impact Your World will continue to look for ways you can help.”

http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/12/us/how-to-help-victims-after-worst-mass-shooting-in-u-s-history/

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