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Although it's just a depression (#6) at the moment, you guys batten down the hatches here in Fla. for some heavy rains.
Hopefully it won't form any further and breeze on through quickly.

https://weather.com/storms/hurricane/news/tropical-depression-six-florida-heavy-rain-forecast (https://weather.com/storms/hurricane/news/tropical-depression-six-florida-heavy-rain-forecast)

I'm not trying to court disaster but I love a good storm!
Rock on!

No hurricanes here yet this year  but have had the two wettest months in history June and July  thanks to tropical storm Cindy
Tim

Irma gonna blow in on Florida by the weekend or next week.  Whos gonna evac Whos gonna stay??
I have 2 days to get paid and stock up at the liquor store...oh and water and food...
Take yer gettars fellas. She's a 5. In the words of REO---riding the storm out> !@013 gimme a drink!
                                                                                                     
                                                    Stome me Irma I have percocets

Wow, you guys take care down there. Be safe (and dry, if possible).

Take care Guys, Hope all is well...

Alex

Stay safe, guys. I'll be thinking of you when I read the reports

stay safe guys.

Button down brother been working Hurricane Harvey recovery OPS the last two weeks looks like I will be working your area next
Stay Safe Tim

To all my musical friends in Florida, hold on to your hats and stay on high ground. I hope the best for you all and that you weather this monster storm without any harm coming to you and yours.

Farrell

There was no water on the shelves so I went next door and bought rum. My biggest concern right now is whether the Gibson will be delivered on time. Having said that, I can be a real idiot at times.

Be safe.

Blooby

We're staying put and riding her out. Hopefully it will be a gentle giant.  They were rationing water at our groceries, with a little driving I managed 8 gallons...I need rum too!
Rock on!

We started drinking each other's urine last week in preparation.

All the best to you...be in safe.

Quote from: Blooby on September 06, 2017, 10:03:43 AMWe started each other's urine last week in preparation.

Ha! Like Kevin Costner filtered it in Waterworld?

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Quote from: Blooby on September 06, 2017, 10:03:43 AMWe started each other's urine last week in preparation.

Ha! Like Kevin Costner filtered it in Waterworld?

Filter?

Stay safe my brothers - hope it misses land all together - it looks like a beast!
B

Hope you guys are all ok. Hope you got the rum in! I am gonna have a drink and thinking of you in eternally wet Ireland!!

Mike

Batten down the hatches guys, looks like a bad one.  Stay safe.    Willie

Quote from: Blooby on September 06, 2017, 10:03:43 AMWe started drinking each other's urine last week in preparation.

According yo bear grills  it's perfectly ok uo drink your own but no one else's. .....perhaps dilute it with s little rum😎   on a more serious note....stay safe dudes.

Destruction is massive in the Caribbean islands below the U.S.
Florida looks like it will be hit hard all the way up the middle of the state.
The Euro and GFS forecast models predict a westward shift
after the northern turn that will hit Miami head on.

All you guys here in Florida that are riding it out...Keep safe.
There are mandatory evacs being issued above and below us in Jax/St. Aug
for certain flood zones. I live in a flood zone in Clay Co...nothing issued yet.

Once again, stay safe
Mach

Quote from: Mach on September 07, 2017, 05:07:51 PMI live in a flood zone in Clay Co.

How close are you to Green Cove Springs?

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Quote from: Blooby on September 06, 2017, 10:03:43 AMWe started drinking each other's urine last week in preparation.

Ha! Like Kevin Costner filtered it in Waterworld?

Filter?

Well played, Hook... Well played indeed.

Blooby

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Quote from: Blooby on September 06, 2017, 10:03:43 AMWe started drinking each other's urine last week in preparation.

Ha! Like Kevin Costner filtered it in Waterworld?

Filter?

I've been drinking my urine with gin since the last storm.  You guys seem to be suggesting that it's unusual.

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Quote from: Blooby on September 06, 2017, 10:03:43 AMWe started drinking each other's urine last week in preparation.

Ha! Like Kevin Costner filtered it in Waterworld?

Filter?

I've been drinking my urine with gin since the last storm.  You guys seem to be suggesting that it's unusual.

I guess filtering only dilutes it anyway. I have mine "shaken" not stirred.

Bruce my primary residence is in Green Cove, but in the boonies
between Fleming and Middleburg - the dangerous part of town.

Thinking of you guys, Stay safe.


Alex

Went out around 4:45 to score some gas. All the local pumps are dry, and the ones by the Interstate a couple miles away have a couple hours wait. Police are at most of the operating gas pumps to deal with the folks waiting in line. It's not that things are getting out of hand, but the people trying to evacuate from farther south are doing so at a snail's pace. The gas shortages aren't helping. I guess some tempers have flared here and there. My local gas station/convenience store (unbelievably) had fresh donuts. The guy behind me got one, held it up in front of him (with proper reverence), and said, "We may be screwed up, but this is still a great country." I love that store.

School was canceled for Monday, and the governor made a decision for our county last night regarding today's closing. We rescheduled an open house that was to occur last night, and when the county got wind of it, they said we couldn't. Can't understand the thinking, but such is life. My school is a special-needs shelter so the administration must take shifts there. I must head over in an hour or so, but I thought I'd first dine on this delectable looking donut.

Blooby

I didn't venture to far out in search of gas, but of the 10 local places only one had 93 octane and diesel left.
We have 4 five gallon cans for the generator when the power goes out. I filled my gas guzzling truck so I will
be heading out for some other supplies. Donuts are not on my list. Batteries, forget it. I was told at a couple
of stores they expect shipments tomorrow.

I have all the guitars in cases on the beds. No where to sleep, but hey they won't get wet if we get flooded.
Hopefully, the storm surge won't be too bad since the eye will be over land. Surge warnings for SE Georgia.
Winds are going to be a big problem here. Well at least I can turn off the A/C for a while.  ;D

Mach

Jose is hot on the heels of Irma, now a Cat 4...crazy s*it.

Not a day goes by without seeing reports on the news about the devastation these storms are bringing. My thoughts are with you chaps who are caught up in it. Stay safe!

Quote from: Mach on September 08, 2017, 08:07:54 AMI have all the guitars in cases on the beds. No where to sleep, but hey they won't get wet if we get flooded.

Legend - stay safe guys!

Spent the day preparing the house, mowing lawn, putting all my lawn furniture into the garage, etc. Not sure why I'm not worried but I'm just not. Went to the store for batteries...no luck. We've got food, water, candy, wine and rum...think we are set. My wife and my 14 year old are freaking out a bit, not sure what that means for me come Sunday. Stay safe my friends!

Hang on, guys - hoping everything turns out okay.

Finally found gas today. Didn't have to wait too long either. Some woman literally tried to nose her car in to edge me out. I got out of the car to politely ask her to do the right thing and she complied. People suck sometimes.

They don't have the correct generator for our school (it was sent to Texas for Harvey). I was given no contact numbers so it took me about an hour to get through to the correct person. Because of the number of shelters now open in the area, folks are spread thin, and it's starting to be a bit of a cluster. Not horrible yet, but I'm concerned to say the least when the power goes as my school is designated a special needs shelter. I will say there seems to be less panic in the air than yesterday, though. I think a lot of folks got their water and food so it seems to be many evacuees just trying to head north.

Hook, not sure how much better it will be up here, but the door is open if you and your family wish to bug out.

Rum and Coke tonight, boys.

Blooby

Stay safe my friends!!!!

If you've survived hurricane D so far I guess hurricane I won't be to bad  ::)

Quote from: Blooby on September 08, 2017, 06:15:20 PMThey don't have the correct generator for our school (it was sent to Texas for Harvey).

Is the replacement generator you on a treadmill?

My liquor cabinet has some bottles that need to be emptied so I can refill them with water.  I'm on it.  Fortunately, I have reinforcements coming in from the coast tomorrow in the form of evacuees.  We should be able to refill a whole bunch of bottles before the storm hits.  This is the can-do spirit that will see us through.

Firstly my brothers, you and yours - stay safe. We are rooting for you, Florida is my most favourite place in the world and I love the people. I'm not much one for the higher powers, but am hoping that you all dodge this bullet!

Us Brits have no comprehension of this type of weather. This is why you will see Brits mesmorized by a bog standard Florida storm. We had a 'hurricane' once the UK, 1987 - and there were wind gusts of 80 mph overnight. It was quite messy next day, but that is about it! We are still talking about it - but this was really a nothing burger as compared IRMA.

I was facinated by the concept of storm snacks - I've never heard that before, and you guys hunkering down with Rum! Still guys - please let us know that you are all safe once it passes.

Hopes, prayers and everything crossed - hunker down, protect yourselves, ride this one out and stay safe.
We will be watching and hoping and thinking of you all.  

B

i echo bruno's request, that you all let us know you are safe and well, when irma passes.

also as bruno says we have no comprehension of such storms, the worst storm i remember in Scotland was at hogmanay 1967 the night before new years day 1968. we got winds at about 100mph and our bedroom window got blown in, my dad was really upset that two paintbrushes he had left to dry outside on the living room window sill, got blown away. and yes we are still talking about it today.

at least weather forecasting is a bit more helpful nowadays and there is plenty of warning to prepare for the worst.

am glad to see you are all looking out for each other, am thinking of you all now and am concerned for your safety, so stay safe.

Yes guys stay safe,  have been watching the news and it looks really frightening, stay safe and we'll hear from you on the other side.

My brother stayed behind in the Miami area with his in-laws. Winds have picked up to 35-40 mph (gusts) down there. I'm scooting through all the classrooms and unplugging computers, got 50 decks of cards from the dollar store for folks in the shelter, and we just fed a neighboring shelter. Roads seem calmer today. Things couldn't be quieter here weather-wise for now.

Sustained winds for the storm now about 125. Hoping like hell the land starts weakening the storm rapidly.

The rum didn't do it for me last night so tonight it's scotch. Must find batteries and break out the Micro BR this eve. Tomorrow afternoon to Monday afternoon is the sketchy period for Hook, Lurker, Mach, and myself. FYI, BrettBob is also a Floridian. I believe he is on the east coast about 2/3 down so I'm hoping he will be spared the brunt.

Peace.

Blooby

I feel for you guys in Florida. been watchin' it all unfold on the Weather Channel.
Not sure where each of you are in Florida, but as off now, it looks like the extreme SE (Miami area) will been missing the absolute worst of it. Still gonna be a mean and nasty storm. The west coast is gonna really take a beating. So many elderly, retired folks in that area. Gonna be a nightmare, like Harvey was for the folks in Houston and Beaumont. 4 FEET of rain!!??!! OMG...can't even fathom that. I'll take our blizzards anyday compared to floods and hurricanes. Hope the forecast is all overblown and you guys all get thru it safe and without any devastation. Gonna be a bumpy 48 hours.....and one hell of a massive cleanup. Good luck...

Quote from: Pine on September 09, 2017, 11:25:10 AMNot sure where each of you are in Florida

Lurker and Blooby - Gainesville/Alachua area (North central)
Hook - Tampa (West)
Mach - Jacksonville (Northeast)
BrettBob - Escapes me at the moment, but I want to say 2/3 down on the east coast.

EWC lives just down the road from Blooby, but he don't like to say.

We're about as ready as we will be.  I'm a little nervous but it doesn't make any difference.  We'll just take what comes.  No choice, really.  We're having family over for tacos tonight.  My wife's aunt and uncle are up from an area of Fort Myers that can expect a storm surge over nine feet.  Two of the venues that Blooby and I play in Cedar Key may not be there after Irma passes. 

My (almost) 85 year old mother insists that she's prepared to stay alone in her house.  Our nonagenarian neighbor lives alone and is all set.  Both of these tough ladies are hearing and visually impaired, yet they may be better suited to handle the situation than most in our community.

We'll keep you posted.

watching a live news feed from tampa by abc action news now http://www.abcactionnews.com/video/abc-action-news-now

scary stuff, stay safe guys.

Man this is starting to get tense. Hook, Blooby, Lurker and Brett Bob...I'm wishing you guys the best.

Look after yourself guys.

I'm fortifying myself with Guinness from my Captain Kirk Koozie.

Blooby

Quote from: Blooby on September 09, 2017, 04:07:47 PMI'm fortifying myself with Guinness from my Captain Kirk Koozie.

Blooby

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Drink long and prosper.

Really thinking of you all. Wishing you well till it's over.

On my app it looks like the path runs straight over Tampa with sustained winds of 125-135 mph. 

As George Harrison said,  All Things Must Pass.

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Quote from: Blooby on September 09, 2017, 04:07:47 PMI'm fortifying myself with Guinness from my Captain Kirk Koozie.

Blooby

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Drink long and prosper.

Beer me up Scotty.

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Quote from: Blooby on September 09, 2017, 04:07:47 PMI'm fortifying myself with Guinness from my Captain Kirk Koozie.

Blooby

Drink long and prosper.

Beer me up Scotty.

I switched to Irish Whiskey. I'm expecting some more puns.

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Quote from: Blooby on September 09, 2017, 04:07:47 PMI'm fortifying myself with Guinness from my Captain Kirk Koozie.

Blooby

Drink long and prosper.

Beer me up Scotty.

I switched to Irish Whiskey. I'm expecting some more puns.

Dammit Jim! I'm a Doctor, not a blood alcohol content specialist!

I really hope you guys are ok,the way you have joked through this discussion just shows us how brave you dudes are.
I have just been watching some footage and I really can't imagine being in that position.
Shit really is getting real now ,hope you guys get through this ok with minimal property damage etc.
You are all on my mind,stay safe.

Who said male canines were the only species that lift their legs to go to the bathroom.  ;D

http://www.npr.org/2017/09/07/548981618/flamingos-in-the-men-s-room-how-zoos-and-aquariums-handle-hurricanes (http://www.npr.org/2017/09/07/548981618/flamingos-in-the-men-s-room-how-zoos-and-aquariums-handle-hurricanes)

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Quote from: Blooby on September 09, 2017, 04:07:47 PMI'm fortifying myself with Guinness from my Captain Kirk Koozie.

Blooby

Drink long and prosper.

Beer me up Scotty.

I switched to Irish Whiskey. I'm expecting some more puns.

Dammit Jim! I'm a Doctor, not a blood alcohol content specialist!

Green blooded bastard...no pun just fun to say.

Quote from: kenny mac on September 09, 2017, 06:22:51 PMI really hope you guys are ok,the way you have joked through this discussion just shows us how brave you dudes are.

Brave ... or drunk and stupid?

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Blooby

Drink long and prosper.

Beer me up Scotty.

I switched to Irish Whiskey. I'm expecting some more puns.

Dammit Jim! I'm a Doctor, not a blood alcohol content specialist!

Green blooded bastard...no pun just fun to say.

Have no fear, Riley is here.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PToL4mNwS84

guys stay safe,  have been watching the news
I also monitor the situation in Haiti where I have many friends

I hope you all are well. Stay safe.

Good luck and stay safe

Good luck you all.

As they say here here in Naples:

"Adda passà 'a nuttata", that means: "The night will pass"

Alfredo

Everything except my children are calm here this morning. Looks like things should pick up around Noon. This shits about to get real, hunker down my brothers and stay safe.
Rock on!

Say safe brothers - thinking of you guys.
B

all the guys that are on the spot, give news please...

A few nasty bands have come through. Rain was sideways as I drove back from the school/special needs shelter. They lost power an hour ago although I couldn't explain how. Super calm right now. I'm having a Guinness while I work in my garage with the door open for now.

Good luck, Hook. Sorry it's coming so close.

Blooby

We had several of the outer bands come through.
The rain & wind woke me up at 3:00 am.
I have a small river running down the street already.
Our area is not expecting as much as the West Coast of the State.
Hook batten down in Tampa Bro.

Quote from: my idol is Jahia on September 10, 2017, 08:49:40 AMall the guys that are on the spot, give news please...

Here are NOAA views of how large Irma is compared to Jose.

http://google.org/crisismap/2017-irma?hl=en&llbox=42.11%2C8.33%2C-39.55%2C-110.08&t=HYBRID&layers=3%3A100%2C1%2C31%2C32%2C5%2C49%2C15%2C11%2C12%2Clayer9%2Clayer8%2C2 (http://google.org/crisismap/2017-irma?hl=en&llbox=42.11%2C8.33%2C-39.55%2C-110.08&t=HYBRID&layers=3%3A100%2C1%2C31%2C32%2C5%2C49%2C15%2C11%2C12%2Clayer9%2Clayer8%2C2)

http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/east/tatl/h5-loop-rb.html (http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/east/tatl/h5-loop-rb.html)

We're getting rain and some gusty winds, but the real deal hasn't started yet.  The predicted path has jumped to the east, so Hook is closer to the business.

I have two sisters-in-law in Key West.  Both reported in just after 8:00 AM EDT.  They say that they are okay.  No details.

I did I as much as I prepare so the next logical thing was to scrub my tacky mushroom lawn ornament (and no, that's not a euphemism). I'm sure my neighbors were hoping it would blow away. I think I'm going to paint it once it dries to bide my time (amanita muscaria colors somehow seems appropriate on this surreal day). It's got to be better that perseverating on the newscasts.

John, any more details from your in-laws? I didn't know they were staying.

Blooby

Winds and rain picking up. Looks like my in-laws are joining our little crew here...

Worst of it is still quite a few hours away. Right now I'm watching Disneys Hercules with my littles trying to keep their minds off what's to come. Filling the tubs and pitchers full of water and we turned my oldest daughters room, Much to her excitement, into our safe room. We'll spend the night there together. Right now still waiting.
Rock on!l

Rock on brother - sending all our best. Thinking of you all.
Claire is doing okay in Fort L. Around another 24hrs for her on this one!
B

Just seen the news, looks bad guys, stay safe.  Willie

Some wind and rain bands have come through but nothing scary yet. I just heard it made landfall on Marco Island hopefully it will begin to weaken as it rides up the peninsula. So basically just waiting now.

We've had a weather warning issued here for strong winds and related disruption overnight. They're warning of sustained winds of 20-25mph gusting to 40mph in exposed areas. Your situation kind of puts that into perspective. I'll be thinking of you all over the next 24 hours.

Winds have picked up quite a bit and power has flickered off a lot but on right now. Drank some rum, watched another movie with the kids and settling down for the night. So far we are A OK.
Rock on!

We just woke up (again), and everything appears to be here.  We have power and water.  Still raining and windy, but radar shows that rain may stop soon.  What remains of the eye appears to be very close.  My mother has reported in as okay.  Friends nearby have lost power, so may be coming for breakfast.  Friends in Jacksonville have retreated to an upstairs apartment.  The river has risen nearly to their doorstep.  I would send a text to check on Blooby, but he may be dreaming about having a romp with his guitars and pedals.  It would be a sin to interrupt that.  I'll wait a while.

Now that was a fitful night. Still having some tropical storm gusts through early to mid afternoon. 50-60 foot limb missed my covered deck by a few feet and a 70-80 foot pine tree snapped in two. The center (no longer an eye really) just passed us. My pedals are safe. The Tube Screamer bunker was worth the $20,000 investment. Was watching Sharknado V at 3:00 last night. It seemed appropriate.

The stray cat I took in is not happy. I don't know how to feed him or get him out without getting my throat ripped out.

Boss tried to get over to school/shelter, but down power lines and trees thwarted him. I'm not going anywhere for a while.

I can still hear by rook get buffeted by small limbs. My neighbor (weird Ed) was just outside with a rake.

I love this neighborhood.

Peace.

Blooby

Glad you are safe, Blooby.

Alex

Found one gas station/convenience store open (although they were out of gas). I then spied the open liquor store. Got scotch, Guinness, and four pack of Sex on the Beach and Moscow Mules for some variety. Again, I love this neighborhood.

Lots of large oaks down closer to Lurker. Some closed roads and flooding.

Blooby

Great to hear you are OK John and Bruce.

Hook? Mach?    .......

Hook texted me: "Made it through fine. Can't log into Songcrafters...bad internet and no power, but we are good."

Jacksonville got slammed with historic flooding. I hope Mach can check in soon. Haven't heard from BrettBob either.

Blooby

I hope you all are in safe.

Quote from: Redler on September 11, 2017, 09:40:40 PMI hope you all are in safe.

+1

Alex

I texted with BrettBob. Power is out, but he's okay.

Blooby

Great to hear from everyone that is safe.
B

Glad to hear you are all safe.   Willie

Glad you're all OK!

Stay safe!

Keep your gear safe too.

Glad to hear everyone is ok. I'll try not to moan about our weather in future.

Still have not heard from Mach.  Anybody have a phone number on him to text?

Blooby

I'm here. We are flooded and stranded on black creek. The bridge is closed because the water is over it and the road to get out is about 4 feet underwater. Been running  2 wet vacs for about 36 hours off one generator non stop. Creek is suppose to crest about 28 feet today. No electricity,I finally got cell service. Gotta go for now I  will have more details later. I'm glad you're  all ok after this storm.

Mach

Things are tense here. We had to get the rescue team to get my Son by boat and take him to the hospital. He has a very high fever and is really sick. The creek is flowing at around 6 knots (about 40 mph) with all kind of things floating by. Will be out of electricity for about a week  or longer.  Can't go anywhere because the water is rising on road and over the bridge. The water seaping into the house is ground water from the rain. Looks like a long haul here. I just hope my Son is alright.

Mach

Mach, I'm so sorry to hear about your son, my thoughts and prayers go out to him. It sounds like you got the worst of it and I'm sorry for that also. I hope things get better quickly!

Hang in there, Mach.  All I can send is our good faith that you guys will get through this in a good way.  My family will be thinking and praying for you.  I'm sure that your son is in good hands.

Mach, check your PM when you get a chance. Thinking of you guys.

Blooby

Mach,I Really hope everything works out ok,it sounds like you have been to hell and back mate with this storm.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.

I'm sending out as many good vibes as I can muster up Mach. I hope your son is alright. I can't imagine the hardships you're enduring. Hang tuff!

Farrell

Thanks everyone, right now I'm just wishing for sleep. I've had about 3 hours in the past 96. I just got word that my Son is OK and going to stay with his Uncle tonight because the rescue team wasn't coming back down the river this late. Thanks for your concerns fellow songcrafters.

Mach

I am so glad your son is ok Mach,
You have certainly been through the mill, my prayers are with you all.
Take care, my friend.


Alex

That's great news that your son is okay, Mach. 

Stay safe and try to stay strong. We're all thinking of you all.

Nick

Does sound like you got the the worst part of this storm Mach, but thankfully you are ok, and hope your son gets fully better soon too. What a nightmare. Thoughts with u and family.

Mike

glad to see your son is ok. hang on in there Mach my thoughts are with you and yours.

Don't worry Mach, I'm sure the worst has gone.

Alfredo

Glad you are ok Brother Having gone through Katrina I can feel your pain. Need anything let me know
Tim

Man that was quite a blow. Glad you guys are all ok.
Mach they say that your town has the worst flooding in 100 years. Dozens of boat rescues. Awful stuff. What a mess. Naples isn't much better... and the Keys are annihilated. One in four homes completely destroyed. 65% seriously damaged.
Still millions in Florida with no power.... may take a couple weeks to get it all back on line.
Glad to hear your son is ok. That must have been quite a scare. Hope you can finally get some rest.

Mach, what is the latest with Black Creek?

Well this has been a journey I never want to take again. I'm so exhausted from vacuuming water to keep it from flooding the whole bottom level. Generator has had it. Been running it constantly for more than 96 hours just for vacuums. I haven't had time to take pictures because we have been hard at work with vacuums...vacuuming water sucks! (no pun intended). I tried to get pictures of some of the crazy things floating down the creek, but they would go by so fast I couldn't get to it in time.

I will tell some stories later, but now I need sleep.

Quote from: Blooby on September 13, 2017, 08:17:11 AMMach, what is the latest with Black Creek?

It has gone down quite a bit and the flow is back to almost normal. Part of the bridge on one side has caved in, but the traffic trying to get through on the good side is a nightmare from what I've heard. Helicopters and rescue boats are still around. I think they finally made it down to the North and South prongs of the creek to rescue all the properties that were completely underwater, they were inaccessible for a while because the the debris and so many trees for choppers to get in.

Like I said, no time to take photos because I been working my ass off to keep the house dry as possible...I have a few...no electricity for about a week or more, so maybe we can hook up the generator (if it still wants to work) and see some of the damage on TV. Cell service is terrible. Anyway, gonna go drink something intoxicating and sleep for a while.

Mach in Mayhem

Glad to hear your son is doing okay, Mach.

I hear you about vacuuming up water - I used to have trouble with my basement flooding (never more than about 6-8 inches of water, at its worst - probably pretty light compared to what you've been up against), and I learned to respect the power of water. It's incredibly frustrating, and even with the right tools, we're barely a match for that kind of power. Not sure if you already have one, but a submersible pump and garden hose can save quite a bit of the work of vacuuming and emptying, but again, when the water is unstoppable, you've just got to play by its rules.

Rest up as best you can - that will help as you finish up.

I'm so relieved that the water has begun to subside.  We've been pretty worried here.  Our trials are like nothing compared to yours.  I hope you get that rest before you start to clean up. 

Take care, John.

Here are a few photos of the road. It's about 4 1/2 feet at the mailbox
and up to almost 6 feet across the the road. I haven't been able get pics
of the creek when it crested to 28.5 feet (record height) because I have
been so busy with the water in the house, my special-needs Son, and all
the other mayhem.

I just now got online to see the wide-spread floodingin our surrounding
areas...devastating compared to our situation...there are so many YouTube
vids and pictures if you Google Black Creek, Green Cove Springs, Middleburg,
Jacksonville, Irma, etc...so many I've seen in the last hour of surfing.

You'll have to tilt your head to see a couple of the bad pics my phone takes.

   

Just looked at the photos and googled the video stuff
My goodness that area got it bad,so scarey to look at never mind actually living it.
You are all so lucky to have came through this devastating event.
I hope things go smoothly in the recovery

Damn brother - that looks terrible. Glad your son was sorted, everything else can wait. Hope you get the help that you need to get back on track. When one of our little online family gets hurt, we all feel it. Be well, the best you can, Mach.
B

Quote from: bruno on September 14, 2017, 11:33:39 AMDamn brother - that looks terrible. Glad your son was sorted, everything else can wait. Hope you get the help that you need to get back on track. When one of our little online family gets hurt, we all feel it. Be well, the best you can, Mach.
B

Ditto.

Wow Mach, devastating stuff. We still have no power and the wife and kids couldn't take it so we were in a hotel the last 2 nights and a different hotel tonight. Finding rooms big enough for us was a challenge in itself and expensive to say the least. Not complaining at all, just take it as it comes. Hope your drying out Mach!
Rock on!

Quote from: Hook on September 15, 2017, 10:10:21 AMWow Mach, devastating stuff. We still have no power and the wife and kids couldn't take it so we were in a hotel the last 2 nights and a different hotel tonight. Finding rooms big enough for us was a challenge in itself and expensive to say the least. Not complaining at all, just take it as it comes. Hope your drying out Mach!
Rock on!

I have an air bed and a queen futon if you want to get out.

Blooby

Thanks Blooby, luckily I've had work the last few days. I'm in a parking lot in Riverview/Lithia, waiting for a gig right now recording an under2fester, couldn't believe the store had AA batteries. We're staying close for when power does come on and we have a cat eating dog also. I'm hoping in a few weeks for things to settle down and maybe I can get away for a weekend...Kids &   Wife's birthdays coming up though...
Rock on!

Thanks for sorting the pics 64G.

Well clean up begins. I finally made it to my Mom's place (in probate) where I stay sometimes. Irma took down some of the old decrepit fence that needed to be replaced anyway. The house seems fine except for a little water damage from shingles blowing up to let rain and go down in the walls. I will have to get in there and see if the insulation is wet.

Blooby, Hook, Lurker did you guys sustain in damage over in Gainesville and Tampa? Hope everything is good.

When the creek was moving with a very swift current we saw some crazy s*it:

Un-Manned Ski Boats, Fishing Boats, Sea-Doos, Docks, Docks with boats attached (one took out the Black Creek Bridge on Clay County Road 218), huge oak trees, Large propane tanks (I thought would have sunk), there's no telling what is at the bottom of the creek. The most amusing thing I saw was a family of ducks on a railroad tie catching a free ride. Wish I could of gotten some photos, but my Son came first and then the house.

I hope you guys didn't get much over and down there where she came ashore.

Mach

Power came back on last night so where finally getting back to normal. Lots of normal cleaning to do but nothing too serious, cleaning carpets today thanks to my dog.
Mach, no major damage. I also have a property in probate and I'll need to have the roof looked at but that was coming anyhow. Seems like you got the worst of it and for that I'm so sorry.
Rock on!

Glad you guys came through it and life is returning (albeit slowly) to normal.
B

I was very fortunate. Some clean-up is all. Still a couple teachers at the school without power.

Blooby

Glad everybody is good albeit a little property clean up
Tim