It missed us by 9 days

The electric transformers have been predicted to blow up and set fires to neighborhoods in the event this occurs these days.  And yes, it's time, it's where we are in the solar cycle.  Depends on how strong the blast is, but as I heard another scientist explain, it's likely all electric and electronics devices will either fry or short out because effects are complex.  Gas pumps therefore won't work.  Newer cars won't work because they have computers, electronic systems.  Electric pumps powering wells won't work either, so anyone preparing will want to install hydraulic hand pumps instead.  

Being in a cave will protect you and your family most, being underground alternatively. Be sure you have extra meds on hand and bacitracin as part of your emergency kit.  So many things to think about.  Lots of water, lots of food already on hand, obviously.  Seeds, books on growing and seed saving, good soil and easy to access, abundant water.  

Don't get caught in a city.  Out in the country, know your neighbors and have a plan to support one another.  Small tribes growing food together may make the ideal model.  During the event, people may also have nervous system reactions, unstable people will be prone to flipping out, so plan for that.  (Heart palpitations and heart attacks will also increase in such an event, as the heart is regulated by electrical pulsing.)