Hey family and friends -
Since I can post to the blog more easily via text than I can to Facebook, I will be keeping updates here on what local news is saying about rainfall, wind and potential storm force in our 'hood specifically. There is a lot of hysterical news out there, but right now, the impact on our specific neck of the woods isn't terror inducing.
As of 9:33, Friday morning, forecasts of the current track mean Casa D'Otto could get anywhere between 1 -6 inches of rain and experience sustained winds of 30-35 with gusts up to 50-60. Basically Tropical Storm forces, but not hurricane strength.
Now this is nothing to sneeze at, but also nothing to lose sleep over either. That said, a very minor jag in the storm track to the West and we could experience significantly more weather. A jag to the East and significantly less. So there you have it. Preparation goes on as if we are going to get hit full force, but expectations of major damage at Casa D'Otto remain low.
Will keep you updated. And if anyone wants to come over and help clean gutters on Sat. morning, we'd be happy to have you!
For anyone outside our area (I'm looking at you Larry) who wants regular feed to DC weather updates, on Facebook - friend Capital Weather Gang as they have timely and frequent updates of local neighborhood activity during storms.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/capital-weather-gang/post/hurricane-irene-frequently-asked-questions/2011/08/26/gIQAsIFsfJ_blog.html
I'm looking forward to the hysteria-induced posts; they should be much more entertaining. ;)
ReplyDeleteAlready have gutter-cleaning plans over here--Monkeyrotica holds ladder, and I will scoop debris.
ReplyDeleteWhen's the hurricane drinking party?
We originally intended to have a party Sat. night, but current storm tracks show the height of the storm will be hitting then, so probably not so smart to invite people out of their homes at that time.
ReplyDeleteSo plans have been nixed. We did stock up on Gin and Rum yesterday, and may pick up some Vodka today, so perhaps we could have a virtual party!
All kidding aside – keep us updated on your power situation. We are on a primary grid (with a hospital, fire and police dept.) so we often get our power back hours, if not days, before others. Perhaps we can have a post hurricane party!
We'll join you for that virtual party...Casa de Kawamoto is also stocked with Gin, Rum & even Tequila.
ReplyDeleteWe had to finally turn off the news last night, as they were inciting hysteria just for hysteria's sake! *sheesh*
We used to be on a primary grid, now we are not, so it will be interesting to see how long we have power. Trevor is concerned because the new season of Dr. Who starts Saturday night...during the height of the storm. SMH