Tens of millions of people have braced themselves for a hurricane that can cause devastation unlike anything they’ve seen. Hurricane Sandy could affect as many as 50 to 60 million people. Unfortunately homes, business’ and lives are going to be direct victims of Sandy if she stays true to the reports. Click below to find out more.
“This is the most catastrophic event that we have faced and been able to plan for in any of our lifetimes,” Connecticut Gov. Dan Malloy said.
An expected storm surge at midnight could raise water levels to 11 feet above normal high tide, bringing “the potential to cause unprecedented damage.”
As of Monday afternoon, 116,000 customers were without power in seven states.
Officials across the Eastern Seaboard had implored residents over the weekend to evacuate, emphasizing that authorities could be endangered if they tried to save them. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie put it bluntly: “Don’t be stupid. Get out!”
Mass transit grinds to a halt
