Quote Originally Posted by irieworld View Post
thanks Rob! NYC is sorta freaking out right now since we usually don't get hit. I kid you not, no D batteries or flashlights left on shelves in the city. I have a flashlight and getting in food and supplies.. Hard to know how it will play out and the media isn't helping with all the worst case scenario reporting. The subways are all shutting down at noon tomorrow which is unprecedented. Since I have no car I just gotta get in supplies tonight and tomorrow morning. Hope North Carolina fares ok.
The worst case scenario is what will get people to do what is needed to stay safe & secure. If the worst case doesn't happen, you'll be grateful. It might be a hassle, but it's best to be prepared. I've been through a few hurricanes and several tropical storms that had been hurricanes before they came over where I live - fortunately w/ no losses or damages. Back to back storms w/ howling 70 mph winds was no picnic. Don't let the quiet times between waves of rain & high winds fool you. Stay inside until Irene is gone.

I wish all of you in Irene's projected path will be safe when Irene moves on.