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[Carpe Carnim]

The FloridaGAF baseball game we'll be having once this is all over!

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Probably just the template that was used.

We already agreed to Publix BBQ meetup after we survive all this. Maybe t-shirts too?

 

[Abstrusity]

AS we get closer to the storm, reminder to bring patio furniture and stuff inside, too. Don't leave anything that could be used as a blunt instrument. So toys like baseball bats, or soccer goals, or Publix subs -- all that needs to be stowed away.

 

[RobotHaus]

For the new page: Link is in the email tag. Quote to view

This is access to the FloridaGaf Tracking Sheet.

 

[Lkr]

AS we get closer to the storm, reminder to bring patio furniture and stuff inside, too. Don't leave anything that could be used as a blunt instrument. So toys like baseball bats, or soccer goals, or Publix subs -- all that needs to be stowed away.

Does it have to come in if it's under a screened in porch?

And the second sheet is clearly so we can all be marked for the purge

 

[Epsilon-delta]

AS we get closer to the storm, reminder to bring patio furniture and stuff inside, too. Don't leave anything that could be used as a blunt instrument. So toys like baseball bats, or soccer goals, or Publix subs -- all that needs to be stowed away.

You take that back.

 

[devilhawk]

As of earlier today Euro tracking has been on point

The Euro is looking a bit too far south now. Hope that continues to be the case as it might shift it more east. .

 

[Abstrusity]

Does it have to come in if it's under a screened in porch?

And the second sheet is clearly so we can all be marked for the purge

Yes. Your screened in porch could just be taken out of the ground. If you have a pool, I've HEARD you can toss stuff into the pool and it'll be relatively inert, but I would not count on it. Your carpet can be replaced.

 

[TURBO1112]

I have sliding glass doors that are next to living. I am a bit worried about them Whats the best thing to do with them. Im near Tampa

 

[jf DOOM]

Been in Florida for 8 years but this is my first hurricane. I'm in Lakeland so hopefully we won't be hit super hard. We have plenty of water and food, so we're going to ride it out. Was thinking about heading to my sisters in Nashville but at this point I'd rather be in our apartment then stuck on the expressway somewhere.

 

[RobotHaus]

I have sliding glass doors that are next to living. I am a bit worried about them Whats the best thing to do with them. Im near Tampa

With any glass you can put tape on it to prevent shards from flying. Additionally if you feel as though the door might blow open, you can put a rod (shower rod is most common) inbetween it and the frame to prevent it from opening.

 

[Epsilon-delta]

Been in Florida for 8 years but this is my first hurricane. I'm in Lakeland so hopefully we won't be hit super hard. We have plenty of water and food, so we're going to ride it out. Was thinking about heading to my sisters in Nashville but at this point I'd rather be in our apartment then stuck on the expressway somewhere.

Yea, too many people are getting stuck on the turnpike and I-75.

 

[geomon]

Been in Florida for 8 years but this is my first hurricane. I'm in Lakeland so hopefully we won't be hit super hard. We have plenty of water and food, so we're going to ride it out. Was thinking about heading to my sisters in Nashville but at this point I'd rather be in our apartment then stuck on the expressway somewhere.

Yeah, don't do that.

 

[Wet Bloodfart]

Asking again — should Nashville civilians think about leaving?

 

[GoldenEye 007]

Asking again — should Nashville civilians think about leaving?

Nashville, TN? I'd think you'd mostly be fine. And it's still too early anyway.

 

[seanoff]

Hey Florida peeps.

I've always found the US Navy to have great info for tropical storm tracks. Its not pretty but it I've always found it solid.

https://www.nrlmry.navy.mil/TC.html

 

[Raiku]

Stay safe beautiful people

 

[Aeriscloud]

Asking again — should Nashville civilians think about leaving?

No, you'll be perfectly fine.

 

[J_Viper]

Anyone know what's up with the Greyhounds?

The bus was scheduled to leave at 2:25, but it hasn't even arrived yet. I'm starting to fear for my dad and brother.

 

[AJLma]

Yeah, don't do that.

:-|

Now this is a problem.

 

[demosthenes]

Asking again — should Nashville civilians think about leaving?

Nashville, tn? You'll get rain and wind, you'll be fine.

 

[Lkr]

Anyone know what's up with the Greyhounds?

The bus was scheduled to leave at 2:25, but it hasn't even arrived yet. I'm starting to fear for my dad and brother.

Traffic. Do neither have a number you can text or call them at?

 

[ianpm31]

From Houston to Florida stay safe.

 

[Jaguar Victory]

I have sliding glass doors that are next to living. I am a bit worried about them Whats the best thing to do with them. Im near Tampa

You'll be fine. As long as your neighbors don't leave out BBQs and propane tanks.

 

[maabus1999]

Anyone staying near Miami beach is going to have a serious if not deadly ride...

That is 45 foot wave heights just south of Miami predicted........

 

[Joe]

NHC | Storm Surge Probabilities

Florida Storm Surge Probabilities through Sunday 10pm (as of Thursday 5pm est)

1+ Feet Storm Surge Probability

2+ Feet Storm Surge Probability

3+ Feet Storm Surge Probability

5+ Feet Storm Surge Probability

10+ Feet Storm Surge Probability

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Georgia Storm Surge Probability through Sunday 10pm (as of Thursday 5pm est)

3+ Feet Storm Surge Probability

 

[Jaguar Victory]

So in JAX were getting either a CAT3 offshore or a CAT1 onshore. I'll take neither please.

 

[e_i]

:-|

Now this is a problem.

Holy shit.

 

[J_Viper]

Traffic. Do neither have a number you can text or call them at?

I've spoken to them, but they're unfortunately still waiting at the station, and none of the station attendants know what's going on.

I also tried the customer support number, and they're clueless as well.

EDIT: They finally made it on. Now the trouble is traffic.

 

[cj_iwakura]

If you aren't on the highways NOW, you aren't getting out. Hunker down. Its red from SoFla to Jacksonville.

 

[Jaguar Victory]

Asking again — should Nashville civilians think about leaving?

No man, you guys are fine. Just a rainstorm by then.

 

[joshcryer]

I found this a little sad: http://stormcarib.com/reports/current/tci.shtml

Guy updating before the storm hit the Turks and Caicos islands. No updates since. Keep refreshing hoping he gives an update.

 

[Aeriscloud]

Those storm surge pictures make it look extremely bad for the Saint Augustine/Flagler County/Daytona Beach areas. Or am I reading these wrong?

 

[Captainbojanglesiii]

If you aren't on the highways NOW, you aren't getting out. Hunker down. Its red from SoFla to Jacksonville.

My family's in a forced evac, but can't leave for a few more hours (To get to Central FL). Not encouraging

 

[maquiladora]

I found this a little sad: http://stormcarib.com/reports/current/tci.shtml

Guy updating before the storm hit the Turks and Caicos islands. No updates since. Keep refreshing hoping he gives an update.

We have a gaffer there.

 

[kinggroin]

That projection makes me want to fucking throw up



Fuck my hard headed family for staying. Ugh.


This thing needs to go east. Now.

 

[joshcryer]

We have a gaffer there.

I just realized that the storm is still over the Turks so obviously he wouldn't be able to update anyway, but I found the site awhile back.

But wow, GAF has people everywhere. Hope he's well. They mention their "bunker" so I'm hoping for the best.

 

[Lkr]

My family's in a forced evac, but can't leave for a few more hours (To get to Central FL). Not encouraging

TBH you have time, you'll just be sitting in traffic for a while

 

[kinggroin]

Asking again — should Nashville civilians think about leaving?

You're good buddy, unless in a mobile home.


Stay put.

 

[maquiladora]

I just realized that the storm is still over the Turks so obviously he wouldn't be able to update anyway, but I found the site awhile back.

But wow, GAF has people everywhere. Hope he's well. They mention their "bunker" so I'm hoping for the best.

He just posted in the other thread. Getting Cat 2 like conditions at the moment.

 

[Aikidoka]

My friend from Hollywood is calling in sick for tomorrow and is on the road to Nashville, TN. They're taking I-95 to Jacksonville and it's pretty clear traffic wise they say. Hopefully they don't get stuck trying to go past Jacksonville.....

 

[J_Viper]

If you aren't on the highways NOW, you aren't getting out. Hunker down. Its red from SoFla to Jacksonville.

The storm isn't hitting til Saturday, right?

Surely there won't be locked traffic for an entire 24 hour period?

At least I hope not

 

[iShouldGoPro]

I just want to tell everyone good luck. I hope the best for everyone in the path of Irma. Please stay safe. I'm getting on a plane out of here right now, but I'll be checking this thread constantly when I land.
Love to everyone

 

[GoldenEye 007]

The storm isn't hitting til Saturday, right?

Surely there won't be locked traffic for an entire 24 hour period?

At least I hope not

It's possible. Just have to look at the attempted Rita evacuation in Houston a number of years ago.

 

[out0v0rder]

Lol at that crusty ass stop obama 2012 sign off hwy 75N

 

[Zombegoast]

Like yesterday Universal was dead but more people showed up during lunch hour. Their closing during the weekend and canceling Rock the Universe except for tomorrow Friday.

After living in Central Florida for 21 years I don't know what to expect. I started High School when Charley, Frances and Jeanne hit and lived in Apopka with the only noticeable damage was the roof of a gas station coming off and a tree toppling over in the neighborhood I lived with no flooding.

Now I live in South Kirkman and I seriously don't know.

 

[Dubbedinenglish]

The storm isn't hitting til Saturday, right?

Surely there won't be locked traffic for an entire 24 hour period?

At least I hope not

I'm in Georgia, northbound traffic here is a shitshow, it's probably close to zero hour. Best bet would be heading west.

 

[superdeluxe]

Off That NHC latest track puts Miami in the dreaded 'Dirty' side of IRMA.

This professional Met not doing the public any David's with the hyperbole:

@RyanMaue
Based on size of Hurricane #Irma + Category 4/5 landfall winds/surge & track up I-75 to Atlanta, are we contemplating a Trillion $ disaster?

 

[SchrodingerC]

AS we get closer to the storm, reminder to bring patio furniture and stuff inside, too. Don't leave anything that could be used as a blunt instrument. So toys like baseball bats, or soccer goals, or Publix subs -- all that needs to be stowed away.

Publix subs are only lethal when people pack the sub with nearly every available option, or if it's a chicken tender sub.

 

[Tyrant Rave]

He just posted in the other thread. Getting Cat 2 like conditions at the moment.

Yeah Griss said they missed the worst of it thankfully

 

[Abstrusity]

Publix subs are only lethal when people pack the sub with nearly every available option, or if it's a chicken tender sub.

You cannot carry a publix sub in the open because the bread loaf counts as a blunt instrument