Yet another hurricane to deal with

[Crabman]

Hurricane Sandy bears down on the East coast. Usually when we get through September we are pretty much in the clear here but some models have the storm hitting very close to the DelMarVa peninsula, some suggest New Jersey/New York area. Either way its going to be a rough few days for those of us in the Mid Atlantic, North East and even possibly the Canadian Maritimes. Time to batten down the hatches, good luck to all in the path of the storm.

[norty1]

Take care. We have been fortunate here again this year. I sure hope this is the last one of the season.

[SecretCoveDave]

Hey Crabby, good luck, double up the lines!
Dave.

[Boss Wagon]

Hang in there Crabman.

[ridge19h]

Yup. Heard that lower Manhattan/NYC may be evacuated this time! Might be a rough few days!! Fingers crossed up here!

[krattie]

We had a beach trip planned but will end up cancelling. Beach is good sideways rain not so much. Hope those up north stay safe.

[Crabman]

Originally Posted by SecretCoveDave

Hey Crabby, good luck, double up the lines!
Dave.

All boats now up and out of the water. I`m crossing my fingers there will be no damage to the Crabhouse, got hit by Irene last year.(sigh)

[RoyBraddy]

We was all clear here in the northern neck of Virginia but now they are showing us touching the wind forecast part of the storm chart. Waiting to see the next forecast path to see if it moves more over us... I think tomorrow i will repark my POPUP trailer so it will will head into the wind better... Hopefully it wont be much more then 50MPH wind here. I got real tall trees around my back yard. Got 5-gallons of gasoline for the 2KW generator and three deep cycle batteries I can use on the popup so after the storm goes thru can survive at least a week again running extension cords to the house off the POPUP inverter/batteries and recharging every morning with the 2KW generator. Won't miss a beat with HDTV and lights and fridge will also stay cold running a couple of hours aday.


Roy Ken

[Crabman]

Roy, I also have two genny`s and having well water I can run my waterpump off the genny if necessary. Between the boats and trailer I`ve got several batteries as well I could use in the trailer. I also have large mature trees to be concerned about. Several years ago a neighbors gum tree fell over into a tree in my yard bringing it down as well during a tropical storm. What a mess that was. Hopefully things will not be too bad.

[owenssailor]

I hope everyone makes it through the forecast storm with no problems. We were planning on going South from Ont. to the Carolinas next week. It looks like we'll stay put for a bit to avoid the high winds heavy rain and chances of heavy snow in the mountains. Does not sound like good towing weather.

Be safe

Peter

[DieselX]

We are headed to Fayetteville this morning for 13 weeks in the camper, looks like will will be playing lots of uno the first few days anyway.

[Leigh and Barb]

We are sitting in the middle of NY state hoping for the best but are very prepared for the worst. We were flooded the last 2 storms of Irene and Lee and without power for 6 days. We now have the TT which will be used for heat, fridge and cooking if needed. Filled 5 propane tanks, extra water and food, batteries and books from the library to pass the time. As a volunteer firefighter I know the importance of being self sufficiant during a crises. We had way too many calls during the last storm for people without water and no way to cook. We like to be able to take care of real emergencys during that time instead of trying to find you water and ways for you to cook. Go buy water now, not next week and get your flashlights out, buy extra food, fill your car with gas and do this now, not tuesday when the storm hits. If we end up not getting much..good, at least you were smart and prepared!

[Crabman]

We appear to be close to the center of the bullseye here in Eastern Va. Just canceled a Halloween camping trip this weekend, the CG was good enough to apply any deposits to a future event because they had to cancel all events for Saturday. This storm looks to be a serious situation for tens of millions of folks. I`m getting more depressed by the minute from this whole thing..........

[paflyfisher]

Heading up to the RV on Friday / Saturday to batten things down then back home to Central PA. Will fill the port-a-potty, check batteries, candles, propane and hope for the best Monday / Tuesday. Everyone, please stay safe.

[CruizinKim]

I will be thinking of you, Crabman, and all the other East Coasters. I hope Sandy gives up quickly!

[Jayco 228]

Stay safe to all that are in the path of this storm.

[micron]

This will be my first serious storm with my TT. I will be moving it into the street in front of my home because there are some big dead/dying trees on my neighbor's property that I am sure will drop limbs or come down completely right where I normally store it. My property is surrounded by woods so there aren't many places I can move it to escape the danger. A few years ago we had a tree take out my wife's brand new Jeep. So, I will fill the water tank, chock the wheels, keep the insurance policy handy and pray for the best. If anyone has more suggestions I'd appreciate it. I am a bit worried because it is a light TT and they're predicting winds of 60-90mph. Taking it on a trip is not an option as I will be required to work through the storm.

[edatlanta]

I ran inland for two storms on the gulf coast this past summer. Good luck and be safe.

[krackeer]

Well mine is stored within probably 600 yards of the beach. Well actually mine and thousands more in the general area. I can only hope all goes well. Good luck to all that lie in its path!

[Crabman]

Not raining yet but wind is picking up. Could get 10" of rain and lotsa wind before this deal is over..........