As the nation braces for another Sharknado onslaught Wednesday (Syfy Network, 9 P.M. Eastern), Consumer Reports would like to remind citizens—particularly those in New York City and environs—to be prepared. Some tips to consider:
• Have personal papers stored where you can find them. Consider scanning and uploading them to a cloud-based storage service where they’ll be protected from thrashing tails and toothy jaws.
• Review your insurance. As we’ve mentioned, your homeowners and auto insurance probably would cover a Sharknado, but not an accompanying flood.
• Charge your cell phone and keep it handy. If not for emergency communication, then at least for a unique selfie.
• Get the right chain saw, weapon of choice. Sam Peckinpaw, eat your heart out.
• Make sure your grill is working. There’s likely to be a lotta good mako lying around. (And if not, there’s always swai.)
—Tobie Stanger
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