Ladic Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 We already got the Evacuation order where I Live (Pompano Beach, right on top of Ft Lauderdale), and I live right on the beach, but we are still debating wether to stay or go to my uncles. For some reason, I feel less safe at my uncles cause most houses here are build out of freaking cardboards and the Hurricane is supposed to hit all over, and at least my building is made out of concrete and steel. We are still debeating the issue, but we won't have any electricity or water tomorrow and Saturday when the Hurricane arrives, maybe even longer. Anyone else in the same spot having to evacuate? This is were I live: Quote
Hikuro Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 OMG you are so screwed living near the beach man! Guys never seem to get a break huh? Hasn't even been a month since the last hurricane and than big bussniesses tryin to rape every penny from everyone. Quote
bsu legato Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 I expect that Lightning06 is on his way to higher ground. That's the impression I got when I talked to him this morning. Quote
The_Major Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 well having some experiance with hurricanes, anyone remember andrew >_>. and with you on the water the way you are, i say break out the plywood board up the windows pack up the valks (If any are owned) throw the comp in the trunk and, RUN! its better safe than sorry. Quote
EXO Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Man... I'd be on my way out before I could finish typing on this thread. That's a killer location though, guess I'll hit you up when Florida doesn't suck so much... I mean blows... Quote
Roy's Blues Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Well the over-reaction here on the (Tampa)west coast was reached new levels. They have closed the schools tommorrow, even though Frances will not be here until Saturday. I guess they are playing it safe..... I will not be evacuating, but a sincere "good luck and be safe" to anyone who is. Quote
Jemstone Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 I expect that Lightning06 is on his way to higher ground. That's the impression I got when I talked to him this morning. Hey, how is he? I couldn't get in contact with him but I'm guessing he's been evacuated. Quote
Ladic Posted September 2, 2004 Author Posted September 2, 2004 Well we still not quite sure what we will do, but it looks like tomorrow morning we will be heading over to my uncles. Quote
Angel's Fury Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 I expect that Lightning06 is on his way to higher ground. That's the impression I got when I talked to him this morning. Hey, how is he? I couldn't get in contact with him but I'm guessing he's been evacuated. I think he already left for a safe area. Quote
bsu legato Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Yeah, Lightning had to bail, sometime before noon my time. He didn't say where he was going, but since he hasn't been back I'm guessing he had to bolt. Quote
Angel's Fury Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Yeah, Lightning had to bail, sometime before noon my time. He didn't say where he was going, but since he hasn't been back I'm guessing he had to bolt. Who wouldn't? She's (Frances) pretty much pissed right about now! As long as they're alive and safe, they can rebuild. Quote
Kanedas Bike Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 I'm packing, and trying to get the apartment ready for the storm (as ready as it can get anyway). I'm in North Lauderdale, no word to evacuate, but I'll be heading a little further west to Coral Springs. And yeah S.E. Florida is not the best place to be right now. -b. Quote
Agent ONE Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 I'd probably stay... Actually if it were me I would go the roof right before the huricane got to me and I'd hit a double bicep pose... The huricane would be so scared it would go to Cuba. That building will be cool. Its made of cement. Just board up the place and prepare for one kickass ride. Quote
Noriko Takaya Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 As someone who has lived 20 of his 39 years in Florida, all I can say is good luck to you. I've been through my fair share of hurricanes, and I do not envy any of you who have to go through this. My poor mother, on the other hand, lives in Lake Worth in a retirement community. She was told to evacuated yesterday. She is going to stay with an aunt of mine in Boynton Beach who has a house made out of concrete that was built to stand up in hurricanes. I guess it also helps that it was built during the 50's. Her's was one of only a few houses standing on her street when Andrew came ripping through. Quote
JValk Posted September 2, 2004 Posted September 2, 2004 Honestly, better safe than sorry. If the TV said to evacuate, it's time to visit the relatives up north imho. Quote
Wes Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Us in NC remember making plains for Floyd. Something about those F-storms - they should just be honest and call them all Hurricane F&*6ed. Quote
Angel's Fury Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 (edited) Last time it was reported, Frances was suppose to hit landfall by Friday afternoon. Around the Vero Beach to Miami Beach area. This is getting worrysome, especially for those residing there. Edited September 3, 2004 by Angel's Fury Quote
Dangaioh Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I am in Orange County Florida... aka... central Orlando FL. No word on evacuation yet other than those living in low lying areas, mobile and manufactured homes. Quote
GreenGuy42 Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I am in Orange County Florida... aka... central Orlando FL.No word on evacuation yet other than those living in low lying areas, mobile and manufactured homes. I hear you guys are going to get another pounding in Orlando.. good luck man.. Gainesville's in this monster's way. We've taped windows and are ready. I'm stayin' put. Quote
macplus Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 (edited) Around here in Daytona Beach the schools have been closed since yesterday, the beaches will be closed tomorrow and everybody has been warned that an evacuation order might come anytime, I still think it's not gonna be that bad, Charlie wasn't much but this one is just huge however If I were you I would pack everything necesary and be ready to leave at any moment in the case that you decide to stay, it's true that a concrete building will stand quite well but better put plywood on your windows, also plan an escape route very well in case of a real emergency. Good luck to 'ya! I'll need it too! My flight academy evacuated all the airplanes yesterday to tallahasee and it looks like they're gonna have to move them from there too... with a little luck everything will pass without much problems, we'll se.. by the way, sunny Florida my a.s!!! Later and happy hurricane! Edited September 3, 2004 by macplus Quote
VF-19 pilot!!! Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 well the order came a few hours ago that residents of miami beach are to evacuate as well. good luck to those of you in the northeren part of south FLA Quote
Limbo Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I live in Delray Beach just where they eye of the hurricane is supposed to hit. You are in front of the ocean, so I don't suppose you have to worry that much about debris... but with 150mph winds you really shoud take some kind of precaution. Most of those buildings should have hurricane shutters, if you don't maybe you could seal the windows from the inside with plywood. Tape windows is a waste of time and tape, since it can't really offer any extra strenght to the window. Not trying to freak you out, but, you are in the front line man... Your building will be taking all the heat before anything else and if you look at Homestead as a model, your building could not be there after the storm... Where does your uncle lives anyway? Is it an wood structure house? Quote
Ghadrack Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Good luck down there, my brothers from Daytona Beach are up here in Chattanooga, TN staying with me since last night. My uncle in Melbourne is home bound and was not willing to let anyone carry him out of his house to escape the storm, he has people checking on him, but if this storm stays as strong as it is now, it is going to do sopme real damage down there. You have about 12 hours to get out of dodge by the most recent estimates I have seen, I think you would be better safe than sorry. Good luck man.. Quote
Dangaioh Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 thanks gg42.... good luck to you as well. it was a category 5, now it is downgraded to category 3 with 80 mph... so it will be a wet and windy weekend, and I do hope that the power doesn't get cut off this time. weather info: Central Florida Info hurricane slide info according to counties: county info. Quote
Blaine23 Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Yep, my grandma, uncles, aunts, and cousins all live in and around Sanford, FL ( and no, they do not know Alex Medina! ) which is basically right outside Orlando. They are prepping for the worst, but hopefully this one won't level anything. Quote
Ladic Posted September 3, 2004 Author Posted September 3, 2004 Some pics I took today: This 2 pics are the view from my apartment, right now it looks like a Romero Zombie movie, the city this side of the channel is empty and very very quiet. This next 2 pics are the view from my parents apartment, they got ocean view. Quote
Angel's Fury Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Wow Ladic! It has that eerie calmness to it. Quote
GreenGuy42 Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Oh... and check weather.com... Tropical Storm Ivan's sittin' about where Frances started... ....joy... Quote
Angel's Fury Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Oh... and check weather.com... Tropical Storm Ivan's sittin' about where Frances started.......joy... Another one! This sure is one hell of a hurricane season. Quote
fulcy Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I was told to evacuate... Which is weird considering I live in Pittsburgh, Pa... Quote
Angel's Fury Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Pennsylvania?? Isn't that a little long ways from Florida? Quote
fulcy Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Pennsylvania?? Isn't that a little long ways from Florida? Yes, it's called a joke - funny haha. Quote
Ladic Posted September 3, 2004 Author Posted September 3, 2004 Last pictures I took a few minutes ago before I had to close the Hurricane Shutters: Quote
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