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[IXI FalcoN]

My parents live in Jacksonville. I keep telling them to come stay at my apartment in Atlanta before Saturday. You guys think it's gonna be bad by the time it reaches North Florida?

Based on current models and my 20+ years of living in FL, I think Jacksonville is going to be spared the brunt of it. It's south FL and potentially the west coast and panhandle that need to worry the most. It depends on what the storm does after ravaging the Carribean. If it goes right through Cuba that's good news for mainland US as it will soften it up.

With that said, don't fall asleep at the switch. Keep an eye on the NHC models and have some basic supplies in case of power outages or flooding.

 

[fluffydelusions]

 

[I H8 Memes]

So far...

6 of the top 17 hurricanes came in the last 12 years. Theyve been tracking this stuff since the mid 1800's

 

[____]

Right? If she wants to leave, she needs to start now, not later. The roads will not be friendly closer to the time of impact.

Yeah. Been trying to reach out to her this morning but haven't gotten through. She's watching the news much more than I am since she's retired, so she's probably making preparations already.

 

[Line_HTX]

Are there any models projecting this going into the Gulf towards Texas or is it too early to forecast that? I only know that Texas has a cold front that was blocking some development in the southwestern Gulf.

 

[LiK]

I'm wondering why the tourist evacuation from the Keys has not yet been ordered?

Too early to tell.

 

[TheGreatDirector]

Goddamn, stay safe everyone.

Not much I can say that everyone else has but I'd suggest making sure you have some spare flashlights and a battery powered radio at the very least.

 

[witness]

I don't like that they are playing that song "No where to run, no where to hide" right now in WalMart while people are panicking buying stuff.

 

[Razgriz-Specter]

Also, hurricanes can spawn tornadoes.

A storm within a storm.

Yup, Harvey was slinging a few up through Alabama.

 

[LiK]

I don't like that they are playing that song "No where to run, no where to hide" right now in WalMart while people are panicking buying stuff.

LOL, someone working there is a troll.

 

[geomon]

Models have shifted again

 

[888]

We will be preparing emergency teams for the hospital given a direct hit. This could get real nasty.

 

[mordecaii83]

Models have shifted again

nonononono go east! East damnit!

 

[sflufan]

Models have shifted again

Those are outdated by 6 hours (06Z). We're expecting models for 12Z now.

 

[Line_HTX]

I don't like that they are playing that song "No where to run, no where to hide" right now in WalMart while people are panicking buying stuff.

Wow, what a scumbag manager whoever that is, hahaha

 

[Noshino]

I don't think this is true. Building codes got beefed up considerably after Andrew in 1992.

After Andrew lot of building codes were changed, almost all new homes and buildings are concrete, roofing standards also were strengthened. Many of the light poles and utilities were improved, lot more cables are put underground nowadays too.

While they were indeed change, there are still many problems with it. Not only that, but under Scott the codes have been getting weaker and weaker.

Rain is usually not an issue here in SoFla. This looks like a fast moving wind event. Just make sure your shit is secure and be prepared to be out of power for 1 to 2 weeks. The aftermath is usually worse than the storm itself.

Tested my generator this weekend and gas is pouring out of a line and I can't figure out what's wrong. That was supposed to power my spare fridge.

What?

Flooding has been, and continues to be, Florida biggest problem. People need to stop claiming otherwise.

 

[louiedog]

I don't like that they are playing that song "No where to run, no where to hide" right now in WalMart while people are panicking buying stuff.

I still remember the time school let out early as a massive storm approached. The radio was on in the bus and the DJ gave up a weather update, then casually put on Phil Collins' In The Air Tonight.

 

[JHoNNy1OoO]

Models have shifted again

Those had it west coast. 12z now has it East Coast. Basically if you live in South Florida put up shutters tomorrow or get drenched doing it in a couple of days from now. Just get it done ASAP.

 

[Kusagari]

What?

Flooding has been, and continues to be, Florida biggest problem. People need to stop claiming otherwise.

It makes me wonder what alternate version of Florida they live in. Did they miss Sawgrass having to literally shut down because the flooding was so bad 2 months ago?

 

[boredofcanada]

Rain is usually not an issue here in SoFla. This looks like a fast moving wind event. Just make sure your shit is secure and be prepared to be out of power for 1 to 2 weeks. The aftermath is usually worse than the storm itself.

Tested my generator this weekend and gas is pouring out of a line and I can't figure out what's wrong. That was supposed to power my spare fridge.

Rain is a major problem here in South Florida.

 

[Renegade Frost]

Oh man we live in the same area. *high five* ever been to the gamestop right off us1 and 184th? I work there.

Lmao were you the dude in the store sitting by when I walked in?

 

[Dicktatorship]

Models have shifted again

They're shifting this shit right towards MS/LA by the end of the week i fucking swear

 

[shira]

Oshit cat 5.

 

[kingofthedead45]

Lmao were you the dude in the store sitting by when I walked in?

You were there today? I'm off right now, the store manager has a brother who looks a lot like me but, that's the store I work at. I'm the assistant manager, I'll be there tonight for Destiny lol.

 

[Sabercrusader]

Shit, I don't live in Florida but a decent bit of my family does live north of Tampa. This is starting to scare me. Seriously stay safe, everyone.

 

[Renegade Frost]

You were there today? I'm off right now, the store manager has a brother who looks a lot like me but, that's the store I work at. I'm the assistant manager, I'll be there tonight for Destiny lol.

Lol ok

 

[Pics_nao]

I was supposed to take a trip to Miami this Thursday after working for the past 2 weeks straight...

 

[gdt]

How much damaged can this do to the coast and shore hotel businesses?

I'm just hoping there are still some standing, and certainly the one I just made a reservation at in 3 weeks.

Please veer off. For everyone's sake.

 

[Chmpocalypse]

My mom lives in Pensacola. How bad are things looking for that area?

 

[Orin GA]

If you need water might want to check some CVS stores. The one on NE 167th St had a good amount *when I was there*

 

[TheCochese]

Everyone worrying about vacation plans when people live there full time.

 

[BlackGoku03]

So... chances of hitting midland, SC? I have a business trip to Boston next week (flying out on 9/11, yay!).

But I'm not keen on leaving my family in a hurricane.

 

[rhino4evr]

Checking in from south Florida here. Panic button has been pushed. Most stores out of water, batteries, plywood, you name it. Gas stations have long lines. Likely most places will be out of gas before the weekend. I looked at a flight out or Fort Lauderdale this morning, and tickets were still available. I searched again a few minutes ago and ALL flights out were booked.

 

[BattleMonkey]

It makes me wonder what alternate version of Florida they live in. Did they miss Sawgrass having to literally shut down because the flooding was so bad 2 months ago?

Problem there was almost 2 weeks straight of storm weather. The amount of waterfall was not normal, the canals and drainage couldn't keep up at Sawgrass, while surrounding areas did just fine. The Sawgrass situation was a bit of a unique situation and not common problem for the mall.

 

[gwarm01]

I don't like that they are playing that song "No where to run, no where to hide" right now in WalMart while people are panicking buying stuff.

Reminds me of the time I boarded a cruise ship and the speakers were playing "I will go down with this ship."

 

[geomon]

Everyone worrying about vacation plans when people live there full time.

But muh vacation!

 

[cj_iwakura]

Wow, what a scumbag manager whoever that is, hahaha

Walmarts probably use satellite radio if it's anything like Kmart.

Also, I found some bread at a Speedway this morning, but I'm sure they're out by now.

 

[Alligatorjandro]

My mom lives in Pensacola. How bad are things looking for that area?

It's too early to say

 

[Mr Fahrenheit]

Didn't have much luck as far as gas goes in Plantation. Only went to two, but with the way they were both jam packed with people despite not having any gas doesn't give me much hope.

I only got a quarter tank so I might use it to run over to Miami to take my dad's car while he's away and just hope he left it filled up.

 

[BahamutX83]

This is driving me bonkers. I live in the Florida panhandle and half of the paths in that posted image go right over my area.

I'm definitely gonna get some supplies tonight. I've seen these storms curve into Panama City or the Big Bend too many times to not be prepared.

 

[maniac-kun]

When is Irma going to hit land?

 

[Gordon Shumway]

When is Irma going to hit land?

Should be this weekend..

 

[Dark_3nergy]

Models have shifted again

How does one go about reading these charts? I understand they are forecasts, but outside of that I'm drawing a blank.

 

[Gordon Shumway]

Not digging that red line..fuck..

 

[TheCochese]

How does one go about reading these charts? I understand they are forecasts, but outside of that I'm drawing a blank.

The closer together the tracks are, the more likely it will follow that. When they diverge is when the guessing starts.

 

[Slayven]

Not digging that red line..fuck..

One of those lines endds right on top of me, but by that time it should be little more then a bad storm. But flooding been bad this year in some spots

 

[Cptkrush]

If it follows that red line, pinellas is done. Just got my shit in order, we are planning to evac to some friends in Oklahoma if it continues its path. Completely expecting my apartment to be destroyed, so I guess I'll live in OK after the weekend :/

 

[sflufan]

How does one go about reading these charts? I understand they are forecasts, but outside of that I'm drawing a blank.

The "+" numbers indicate the number of hours since the initialization of the projection. For example "+120" means 120 hours (5 days) since the initial reading of the storm's location.

 

[KeyBladerXIII]

Make sure you know your evacuation zone just in case they issue one for your area. There are a lot of flood prone areas, especially in South Tampa, and that's not factoring in storm surge.

http://www.baynews9.com/content/news/baynews9/weather/hurricane-center/evacuations.html

Thanks, I'm actually on site at a big cat animal sanctuary in Hillsborough County, so that raises other concerns for safety and needing preparations.

 

[TheCochese]

One of those lines endds right on top of me, but by that time it should be little more then a bad storm. But flooding been bad this year in some spots

At least it won't be 110° with 300% humidity.

I hated living there.