Hurricane Irene May Cut Electricity for Days, U.S. Says
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Hurricane Irene may cause power outages that last for “days or longer” on the U.S. East Coast and inland, along with flooding, high winds and downed trees, said Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Craig Fugate.
“It’s so important for people to prepare,” Fugate said at a news conference with emergency officials in Washington today. “People need to leave early" if local officials advise them to evacuate, he said. "Travel a safe distance. Get somewhere safe.”