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Update: Hurricane Earl a Cat 2 Storm, Fiona Far Out at Sea

Posted: September 3, 2010

As of 8 a.m., Earl was about 85 miles east-southeast of Cape Hatteras, N.C., moving north-northeast at 18 mph. The storm appears to have mostly spared coastal North Carolina, although its outer bands did lash the coast as it passed. Earl was expected to approach southeastern New England tonight. Top sustained winds were down to 105 mph, making Earl a Category 2 storm on the Saffir-Simpson scale.

Fiona was about 360 miles south-southwest of Bermuda and was expected to pass by tonight or Saturday. >Read more

Managers, please be sure to review and update your business continuity plans. As a reminder a COOP resource page is available on this site. Also, if you haven’t already done so, sign up for Send Word Now, our mass communications tool.

Learn more about getting prepared by reviewing the hurricane information on this website. Ensure that employees know management’s expectation to dial the toll free phone number 1-877-COX-IMOK (1-877-269-4665) for crisis assistance / support and to check-in during an emergency.

Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Salmonella from Eggs

Eggs are one of nature's most nutritious and economical foods. A bacterium, Salmonella Enteritidis, can be on both the outside and inside of eggs that appear to be normal, and if the eggs are eaten raw or undercooked, the bacterium can cause illness. Learn what you can to reduce your risk of getting Salmonella Enteritidis from eggs. >Click here

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September 2010 is National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month (NPM) is sponsored by the Ready Campaign in partnership with Citizen Corps and the Advertising Council. For the third consecutive year, Cox joins the NPM 2010 Coalition Members to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses, and communities.

Take steps this month to prepare your family, neighborhood and community for emergencies and disasters:

· Put together an emergency supply kit

· Make a family emergency plan

· Be prepared to help your neighbor

· Work as a team to keep everyone safe

Read more to help in your resolve to be Ready this year!

Dengue Fever Risk in Key West, Florida

Medical resources have noted a limited outbreak of dengue fever in Florida, with most cases occurring in Key West, a popular tourist destination. Since March 2010, 24 people have been infected locally. A U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report from 2009 indicates that at least five percent of all Key West residents' blood test results showed they had been infected with dengue, indicating that the virus is circulating in the area. Health authorities are working to control mosquito populations and urging everyone to avoid mosquito bites. There is no vaccine against dengue fever. All travelers are advised to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites. This is the only way to prevent the disease. Seek medical attention if you develop a high fever, especially if you suffer "rigors" (shaking) or a rash.

For more information visit these CDC resources: