This week our screens and newspapers have been full of pictures of the devastation caused as Hurricane Sandy ravaged its way up the East Coast of America and caused serious damage in New York.

 

Article written by The Overseas Guides Company

Who would have thought that the Big Apple was susceptible to hurricanes? Most of the time weather like this is associated with the Caribbean and the southern states of the USA. This got the OverseasGuidesCompany.com thinking about just how important it is to investigate the weather before you emigrate. Here are a few things to look at before you make any decisions…

What to take?

Although it might be tempting to rid your wardrobe of all your winter clothes before you move, don’t do anything too hasty. Chances are, no matter where you move to there will be days where you will need that woolly jumper. Investigate what you need so that you can make sensible and informed choices when you are doing all of your packing.

Is the area susceptible to natural disasters?

You wouldn’t plan a move without doing some investigation into the new country. Obvious things that you might look at are education, employment opportunities and healthcare but how about doing some research on whether your new home is susceptible to natural disasters. This could change your mind completely so make sure you are fully informed.

Minimum and maximum temperatures

Although whilst you are freezing back in the UK the idea of 40 degree heat sounds like bliss, imagine if you had to put up with it day in day out. For a lot of people, this could be completely unbearable so make sure that you investigate the minimum and maximum temperatures that you are likely to have to live with. Bear in mind too that even destinations that are warm for much of the year can be cold in the winter, such as parts of Spain. Air conditioning is often a blessing in summer but don’t think you’ll never need central heating during the winter again…

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