Tempers Flare in NJ Town Where Thousands Remain Stranded

From the AP (via Yahoo news):

Officials in the city of Hoboken, N.J., are defending their response to severe flooding from superstorm Sandy.

Public Safety director Jon Tooke says at least 25 percent of the city on the Hudson River across from Manhattan remains under water. He estimates at least 20,000 people are stranded and says most are being encouraged to shelter in place until floodwaters recede.

Tempers flared Wednesday morning outside City Hall as some residents complained the city was slow to get food and other supplies out to the stranded.

If you rely on the mercy of others, you are at the mercy of others. This is a good reminder to pay attention to evacuation warnings and to have food and water stored up for an emergency.