It looks like there will be some big traffic jams and perhaps gasoline shortages for a few days in the solar eclipse path of totality‚ particularly in areas like Burlington Vermont‚ where they are expecting clear skies. The recent destruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge inspired the selection of todays Quote of the Day. Sadly‚ the last two verses of our national anthem are only rarely quoted or publicly sung. April 8th is the birthday of the late Ian Smith‚ Prime Minister of Rhodesia. (Born‚ 1919‚ died November 20‚ 2007.) April 8th is also the anniversary of The post Preparedness Notes for Monday April 8‚ 2024 appeared first on SurvivalBlog.com.