Christie on Hurricane Sandy: 'I Feel Like the Disaster Governor'
Gov. declares state of emergency, orders evacuations as storm approaches.
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Gov. Chris Christie has a message for New Jersey residents doubting the severity of the Hurricane Sandy forecast: prepare for the worst. The governor declared a weather-related state of emergency before holding a press conference in front of the East Keansburg Fire Co. in North Middletown on Saturday morning.
“We should not assume the predictions should be wrong,” Christie said. “When the storm comes, if it’s as bad as they're predicting it will be, you’re going to wish you weren’t as cynical as you might have otherwise been. I’m not trying to be an alarmist here. I want everybody to be ready. I want your families to be safe and I want us to be able to do our jobs the right way.”
Christie ordered the mandatory evacuation of Barrier Island residents from Ocean County through Cape May County by 4 p.m. on Sunday. Eastbound roadways leading to Barrier Islands will be closed at that time. Atlantic City casinos must also be evacuated by Sunday afternoon.
Other shoreline residents may want to consider leaving voluntarily if it makes sense for them to do so, according to Christie.
“Certainly, I think folks along the shoreline who are not on the Barrier Islands should consider voluntary evacuation. That’s going to be based on do they have friends or relatives to evacuate to,” he said. I don’t think at this point these are people who are going to need to evacuate to shelters.”
Christie noted that Hurricane Sandy was expected to stay in the area for a longer period of time than Irene, leading to the possibility of a more severe impact on the state than the August 2011 hurricane.
“Irene came in and left pretty quickly. This is not scheduled to come in and leave quickly. If we really have sustained hurricane-force winds along the shoreline for 48 hours or 60 hours, we’re going to be looking at some pretty severe damage to the shore,” Christie said.
In preparation for the storm, the governor ordered four reservoir systems in northern New Jersey to be drawn down Friday evening and for releases to be made from Pompton Lake and Lake Hopatcong. Shelters will be established in 18 of the state’s 21 counties with the capacity for 12,000 residents, and if required, five state locations can be opened as shelters with the capacity for an additional 5,000 residents, according to Christie. New Jersey residents who evacuate their homes should seek shelter with family and friends and only use the county- and state-run shelters as a last resort, the governor said.
After leading the state through a severe December 2010 snowstorm, Hurricane Irene, and a sudden snowstorm last October, Christie said he and state emergency response leaders believe they are ready to issue swift response to Hurricane Sandy.
“I feel like the disaster governor,” Christie joked. “For better or worse, we can speak about this in shorthand now. We’ve gone through this stuff before. It doesn’t mean we’re going to get everything right, but what it means is we think we’re anticipating all the right things.”
NJD
1:58 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
You are a disaster, Governor.
Nikki Santora
7:01 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
I see, you rather the CROOK CORZINE. Dems, the party of theft and deception.
Jay Bell
4:23 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
No doubt. www.firebrandcentral.com
Nate
2:00 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
He is a disaster governor...
Nikki Santora
7:02 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Nate you are still wet behind the ears. Grow up.
Dan Grant
2:16 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
i am amazed he is even back in the State. I think he knows there will be lots of cameras around.
Nikki Santora
7:02 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Gee Grant, you surprise me. Shame on you.
shovelitin
7:58 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
You are correct. he is the disaster governer! He spends more time on out of state/country issues then doing the job he was paid to do.
Patrick Franklin
8:19 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Nikki, quit your crying. The Governor and Lt Governor were both out of state during a disaster.
Thomas Lotito
11:21 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Gov. Christie speaks; local regressives can't hold their water.
Nose Wayne
7:07 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Let's see how good the state does when their put to the test ?
Joe McGovern
7:36 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Just DO NOT END UP IN A FEMA CAMP!!!!!! ESPECIALLY ALONE,NOONE WILL EVER SEE YOU AGAIN!! AS FAR AS THE GOV GOES HE IS THE BEST WE HAVE HAD IN A LOOOONNNNGG WHILE
shovelitin
8:02 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
What do you mean he is the best in a long time? He is never in state taking care of state business!
Quantanya Richardson
8:41 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
That's just sad....
Jersey
7:45 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
I'm a pretty hard-core Democrat. That said, this is not a time to be partisian. I think Christie did a good job at his press conference today and I think he's perfectly competent to handle storms like this one.
shovelitin
8:00 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
The only storm he is good at is emptying his plate and filling the bowl.
Cynthia
12:50 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Great post, Jersey. Enough with the name calling and blame everywhere. It's time for people to take responsibility for themselves and for all of us to work together. Republican, Democrat, who cares? Focus on what is right and compromise.
I have confidence in this guy to handle this storm, too. He did a nice job with Irene.
Average Joe
3:10 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Shovelitin, that comment didn't even make sense. That was a nice attempt at humor, but I think you should just stick to seriousness.
sally S talk
4:58 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Agreed!
susan doerner
8:21 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
i am truly frightened
Tired of the name calling
9:22 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Enough with the comments about weight! We are trying to teach our children to not be rude but the examples the adults set is disturbing
Ridgewood Mom
8:47 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Is the governor a good example of someone who teaches children not to be rude?!
shovelitin
9:26 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Thank god for people like you!
Tired of the name calling
9:28 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
.???
Rob Burke
9:35 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Politically, the storm will give Christie a boost. And he could use one. Fiscal conservatives are rightly disgusted that he would push tax cuts while our revenues already fall well short of his budget. Fiscal conservatives demand that we balance budgets for real, not just on paper. And that we don't cut revenue without corresponding cuts in spending. Politically motivated tax cuts are a disaster if they break the budget. It's simple math.
emiliac
9:36 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
The gov. left himself wide open.
Regardless of your political affiliation some comments just beg for an answer!
Nose Wayne
9:52 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Let's not worry about the Governor. Let's worry about taking care of OURSELVES during this storm. Neighbor helping neighbor. Sad is when a disaster strikes, it brings out the best in people. We should be like that all the time. Stay safe out there people, this is going to be a bad storm
B@B
10:10 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
Yes, we will see in this storm if we still are willing to help each other out or if the "I got mine and the heck with you" doctrine has taken full hold in our society.
Ridgewood Mom
9:10 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Yes. Let's avoid Christie style "personal responsibility." Let's remember, we are in this together.
Nose Wayne
11:36 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
We shall see B ? Stay safe !!!
Jay Bell
4:24 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Chris Christie will float his way to safety during any flooding. Maybe his body should be on Emergency Management. www.firebrandcentral.com
Bee
6:54 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
@JAY BELL-WE WON'T WORRY ABOUT YOU -BECAUSE YOU ARE TRIM AND FIT AND YOUR SKULL IS FILLED WITH AIR -YOU WILL FLOAT TO SAFETY AND MAYBE NEVER COME DOWN TO YOUR INSECURE WITH YOURSELF LIFE !
Peg Houle
8:54 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
You people disgust me with your childish comments. Grow up.
Andie
10:33 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
At this difficult time, we have to support our Governor and each other God bless him and all of us.
Ridgewood Mom
11:23 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
At this difficult time, our Governor has to support us as a fulfillment of his obligations as governor to the state. Heaven help us.
GW
2:49 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
We don't actually "have to" support him at any time.
6776mt
10:45 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Do really think wheather or not Christie is in the State or not...he is always working...Its called cell phones...iPads...laptops...
For those of you that commented on him staying in NJ...look at Obama..he has been on the road campaigning for the last two years... Does that mean he's not working!
Listen.. Be prepared for this storm..check on neighbors..the elderly and people living alone...
Ridgewood Mom
10:56 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
No Christie isn't always working for the state of New Jersey. If Christie were campaigning for his own reelection it would be a different story, but campaigning for other politicians in other states is not working as governor for the state of New Jersey, and it a conflict with the interests of his responsibilities. This demonstrates particularly poor character and a lack of professionalism during a time of preparation for a crisis in his own state.
6776mt
1:01 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Ridgewood mom...
I used to see your posts and wonder why people comment against you all the time..I used to feel bad... You know what you deserve it! For you to assume that he doesn't prepare us for storms, or that he is not always working for the State is absurd... Also to think that it would be ok for him to take the last half of his term and campaign for himself would be ok ..is simply asinine....
Ridgewood Mom
2:32 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Thanks 6776mt. I'm glad to know you care about me.
beckyrunninghorse
11:25 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
at least he's not on vacation or on the golf course while 4 service people are being raped and mauled and slaughtered by a mob of idiots.
Bee
12:10 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
HELPFUL HINT- TURN YOUR FRIDGE AND FREEZER TO COLDER TEMP SO FOOD WILL LAST LONGER !
Freedomlovin' Merican
3:39 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Here's another helpful hint Lorri, click on the key on your keyboard called "caps lock", and turn it off! Kthnx.
Bee
4:09 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
@FREEDOM - SORRY CAP POLICE ! DONT CRY TO ME WHEN YOU ARE EATING ICE CREAM SOUP!
GW
4:19 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Oh, Lorri, Lorri, you're getting yourself overexcited; there'll be tears before nap time.
Freedomlovin' Merican
5:51 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Lorri - I don't have any ice cream, I've made lots of ice, turned the fridge up, have enough batteries, flashlights, and candles, said prayers for those most vulnerable, and managed it all without the CAPS LOCK.
GNOBIE01
4:43 pm on Sunday, November 4, 2012
HEY LORRI...YOU DON'T LIKE MY POST ABOUT GOV FATHEAD???.....TOO BAD JERKOFF
carol simon
12:12 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Let's just pray that Obama has more compassion for those who may be hit by Hurricane Sandy than he did for those that were killed in Lybia, including our American Ambassador, whom he allegedly, let die knowingly, misleading the American people with false rhetoric.
Johnetta Benton
12:16 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Obama???? Really??? I guess your HATE is really showing. Lol PRESIDENT Obama has nothing to do with this storm. Wow, talk about stretching!
Ridgewood Mom
1:03 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Yeah, New Jersey Governor Obama needs to do that. ROFL!!!
Hilarious.
Freedomlovin' Merican
3:41 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
And thank you Carol for the recap of the latest Faux news report. Can you give us the latest on Acorn? Solyndra? Saul Alinsky?
Monk
6:16 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Carol, you speak the truth. Obama is as dishonest as any president, and he is derilect in addressing real issues.
Steve
1:43 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Disaster Governor - we can understand that with his judicial nominations or appointments out of Passaic county alone.
M@M
4:15 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Ridgewood Mom - Can we send you back?
sally S talk
4:58 pm on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Be safe.
Be prepared.
Watch out for the elderly and lend a hand when you can.
Carrie Anne
7:40 pm on Thursday, November 1, 2012
I always was in your corner but after your support of Obozo you have lost a NJ supporter Its so true that actions speak louder than words...Your actions...praising the messiah Obozo for doing what he is paid to do yet excusing his leadership the four years prior and ignoring the blood on his hands..... just show me that you and Bloomberg are just like him.!..Liars and potlicians first !! You are not for the people of NJ......You are for yourself and I am sure you will find a way to fly off to the fundraiser for "Obama Springsteeen" and shout the praises of your new BFF! While all of us sit without power or electirc and gas another week! Good riddance next election!
Ridgewood Mom
7:49 pm on Thursday, November 1, 2012
Since the hurricane has hit, I have been impressed with the way in which Christie has been working together with Obama for the best interests of the people of New Jersey. Even I can give them credit for that. Such a judgement really shouldn't be about whether you agree with other aspects of either of their politics. Priority number one should be helping the people of our state, and region, to get through this together.
william Smith
8:09 am on Monday, November 5, 2012
The governor has shown that he is very adept at managing fiscal issues. When it comes to disasters, however, he is a total disaster. Why are there lines at Gas stations in northern NJ. Absolutely self induced by having only 30% of the stations up and running. Why are people in Northern NJ still without power?? Going into a cold spell, not having heat is just a disaster. He talks a tough game, but I drove yesterday in the towns of Montville and Booton, there was not one crew working anywhere in the town. Are you kidding me, they are working around the clock. Crews from the south with supplies and people are being turned away by our Unions --- and Christie the big fat tough guy does nothing but accept it. Go have another donut you fat pig.
alyce
2:12 pm on Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Gas lines are long if you find gas at all.
Lorraine E. Bender
5:07 pm on Saturday, November 17, 2012
OMY OMY, I hear that really bad 4 letter word ( HATE ) so much wow, maybe we can remove it from our vocabulary and teach the innocent children in our world and around us a better 4 letter word (LOVE). Lets stop disaster, only violence comes from hate and that is a complete disaster! Lets help others try to have Thanksgivig even if it is not a happy one.Remember there are families without anything!! Christmas is coming also, how can we help put MERRY back into Christmas for them? ANY IDEAS?
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