Hurricane Isaac

[Lake View Too]

"We're giving her all she's got, Captain!"

 

[photocat2012]

That's news to me. If that's how they view it, it would be really nice if they would stick with the phrase voluntary evacuation, or recommended evacuation, or even strongly recommended. Mandatory takes away options.

Mandatory evacuations generally mean, don't expect help if you need it from emergency services (fire, police, rescue). I think this is reasonable as first responders already risk their lives in many circumstances under normal weather conditions for most of us. It is unfair for them to put their lives in further jeopardy under such circumstances. Unless you are arrested, I don't think there is any law on the book that can force you from your home.


sue

i.e. I think it is basically is a fancy way of saying "you are on your own!"

 

[30A Skunkape]

The lower portion of that ramp is covered in sand. Was it like that before, or did Isaac haul in a bunch of sand?

The majority of that sand was washed in this morning.

 

[Teresa]

Mandatory evacuations generally mean, don't expect help if you need it from emergency services (fire, police, rescue). I think this is reasonable as first responders already risk their lives in many circumstances under normal weather conditions for most of us. It is unfair for them to put their lives in further jeopardy under such circumstances. Unless you are arrested, I don't think there is any law on the book that can force you from your home.


sue

i.e. I think it is basically is a fancy way of saying "you are on your own!"

thanks! totally agree.

 

[Bob]

what does this mean?

seawall debris,geotubes,dark sand et al

 

[Bob]

Exactly! (although my sneakers did get a little damp this afternoon)

i believe you have a claim

 

[Teresa]

I love this photo taken today of Navarre Pier by Richard S., on NWF Daily News fb.

 

[Miss Kitty]

I am finding each and every place I can to send a prayer out to the good people of Louisiana. Never, ever underestimate the power of any storm.

 

[Teresa]

Al and Jim in Nola now just hanging out in the elements. I think they need a nap.

 

[Alicia Leonard]

Al and Jim in Nola now just hanging out in the elements. I think they need a nap.

Best pic of the storm yet.