This storm called Ian

Phantasmal said:
That was so hilarious, just like the awesome power of “thinking”
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ThatOwlWoman said:
:laugh: :rofl2: :laugh:

I wonder if Pat Robertson is going to blame this on LGBTQ ppl, CRT, or teachers who are "grooming" little Florida kids for gawdonlyknowswhat?
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It would be unsurprising if he did....although I think his mind has deteriorated enough he might not realize what is happening.
 
ThatOwlWoman said:
I hope it is zero, even if that means we still have to read the rantings and screeches of Minty. Hopefully most ppl have either evacuated or are not in its path.
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Hope is nice, especially as the waters are rising around one's home and family, but realists look at the facts.

It's not rocket science to understand that if someone builds a home on a former swamp in prime hurricane country, that they will face a hurricane at some point.

https://www.reuters.com/business/en...es-floridas-history-ian-takes-aim-2022-09-28/

Hurricane Charley, 2004
Charley was an unexpectedly powerful hurricane, rapidly developing into a Category 4 storm just before making landfall at Cayo Costa, an island of Florida's Gulf Coast. Nine people were directly killed by the storm and an estimated $6.8 billion was lost, according to the NHC.


Hurricane Wilma, 2005
The death toll of Wilma was thankfully low — five people directly — for a Category 4 storm. Even so, the bill for the hurricane’s property damage was particularly high at an estimated $20.6 billion in the U.S. Wilma ravaged the southern part of the state, generating wind gusts of more than 100 mph (161 kph).

Hurricane Irma, 2017
Irma was unique for its extensive size and slow movement, which exacerbated the storm’s damaging winds and heavy rainfall. It left 6.5 million customers without power in the state and caused an estimated $50 billion in property damage, making it one of the costliest hurricanes in U.S. history. Seven people died from the storm and 80 indirectly, according to an NHC tally.

Hurricane Michael, 2018
Michael was the strongest hurricane on record to make landfall in the Florida Panhandle, according to the National Weather Service. Wind and storm surge caused catastrophic damage, particularly in the Panama City Beach and Mexico Beach areas. Eight direct fatalities were reported: seven in Florida and one in Georgia. In addition, 43 indirect deaths were attributed to the storm.
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Dutch Uncle said:
LOL Excellent observation and comparison.

Notice that it's the COVID deniers who are mainly poo-poohing the dangers of Ian.
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Odd behavior for someone who lives on the "dirty" side of the storm track. But then what is said publicly has zero to do with what is going on privately. You can bet it's 100% different.
 
Dutch Uncle said:
Hope is nice, especially as the waters are rising around one's home and family, but realists look at the facts.

It's not rocket science to understand that if someone builds a home on a former swamp in prime hurricane country, that they will face a hurricane at some point.

https://www.reuters.com/business/en...es-floridas-history-ian-takes-aim-2022-09-28/
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Express made some good points about hurricane-resistant building codes in FL. But -- a great number of FL citizens live in older homes, mobiles, and other substandard (not storm-resistant) housing, particularly outside of cities. I hope they had the sense to get the f out of Dodge.
 
ThatOwlWoman said:
Odd behavior for someone who lives on the "dirty" side of the storm track. But then what is said publicly has zero to do with what is going on privately. You can bet it's 100% different.
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If she loses her home, will she expect sympathy?
 
ThatOwlWoman said:
Express made some good points about hurricane-resistant building codes in FL. But -- a great number of FL citizens live in older homes, mobiles, and other substandard (not storm-resistant) housing, particularly outside of cities. I hope they had the sense to get the f out of Dodge.
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Agreed, it's the older homes/trailer homes at most risk. Not just flooding, but high winds and tornadoes.

Most poor people have no place to go. They, like the homeless (Bullet Bob) will shelter in place and hope for the best.
 
Dutch Uncle said:
Agreed, it's the older homes/trailer homes at most risk. Not just flooding, but high winds and tornadoes.

Most poor people have no place to go. They, like the homeless (Bullet Bob) will shelter in place and hope for the best.
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I hope Concart and family will be okay.
 
Dutch Uncle said:
If she loses her home, will she expect sympathy?
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Not only that, but a pay-out from the government to get a different one. Reichwingers will be queuing up with their hands out, cursing Biden for sending aid too slowly, and blaming everyone but themselves. Wait for it. lol
 
ThatOwlWoman said:
Not only that, but a pay-out from the government to get a different one. Reichwingers will be queuing up with their hands out, cursing Biden for sending aid too slowly, and blaming everyone but themselves. Wait for it. lol
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Sounds about right; those who bitch the most about government handouts are often the first in line for their piece of the pie.
 
ThatOwlWoman said:
I notice that he isn't here pretending it's a nothingburger like the soon-to-be-late Minty. :laugh:
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He realizes the dangers. Lig appears to be in deep denial.

I have to go help my neighbor for a bit. Watching Fort Myers flood on CNN at the moment.
 
Life is Golden said:
Harboring such anger and behaving that way is a choice. Trolling 24/7.
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There are lots of these loons who have no life but trolling on an obscure political forum, day and night.

It’s been observed before that these slugs have a lonely life and live in obscurity, but it’s a fact of life.

It’s 70 degrees with low humidity and blue skies in the ATL area. We are forecast for a few showers on Friday. We dodged a bullet.
 
Earl said:
There are lots of these loons who have no life but trolling on an obscure political forum, day and night.

It’s been observed before that these slugs have a lonely life and live in obscurity, but it’s a fact of life.

It’s 70 degrees with low humidity and blue skies in the ATL area. We are forecast for a few showers on Friday. We dodged a bullet.
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That is evidenced by the post counts. There is more to it than leading reclusive lives. There is some anger and serious psychopathy involved.

It's 74 here now. We will get rain tomorrow in NE Florida. Friday, Sat and Sun are forecast to be sunny and around 80ish. Perfect weather.
 
Life is Golden said:
That is evidenced by the post counts. There is more to it than leading reclusive lives. There is some anger and serious psychopathy involved.

It's 74 here now. We will get rain tomorrow in NE Florida. Friday, Sat and Sun are forecast to be sunny and around 80ish. Perfect weather.
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Extreme isolation and exclusivity can lead to some nasty psychological problems.

My brother is a psychologist (anecdotal, I know, but true) and he has patients who are reclusive and some who are actually afraid to leave their homes. One has not left her home in years.

You long time Floridians are pioneer stock. I don’t know about the snowbirds. They are probably fleeing to high ground.

Stay safe and of course, this will pass in a few days.
 
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