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Post by KarlatheLHFan on Aug 28, 2008 18:32:15 GMT -5
So, this guy is expected to make landfall somewhere along the gulf coast as early as Tuesday! To be honest, the models are all over the place, stretching from Texas, to Louisiana (of course, we stick out like a sore thumb), and to the panhandle of Florida. So, even though we're quite uncertain about the direction of the storm at this point, PLEASE do me a favor, and keep the Gulf Coast States in your prayers!!!!! Thanks, guys; it means a bunch! ;D
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Post by katelyn on Aug 28, 2008 21:44:06 GMT -5
i'm praying for you guys and hoping for the best
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Post by KarlatheLHFan on Aug 28, 2008 22:35:06 GMT -5
Thank you, Katelyn!! So far, according to forecasts, it does not look good for Baton Rouge, but this is still 4 to 5 days out....
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Post by gurlnlifemagazine on Aug 28, 2008 23:28:09 GMT -5
Aw, man. I think I just heard Anderson Cooper say he was headed down there. I seriously hope that it is not going to be a big storm  |
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Post by kmom on Aug 28, 2008 23:55:38 GMT -5
"You and Me" both ;D
Seriously, my hubby and I will be in Galveston this weekend for a planned long weekend trip. My guess is that we will have the TV on more than usual (which is none) to see where this storm is heading. My thought is that no matter what, we'll have the boats out of the water before we leave on Monday....and possibly bring them to Houston. We've had a house in Galveston for a couple of years and have been really lucky so far -- I'm going to hope and pray for continued success for us, not to mention for all those on the gulf coast who are at risk if Gustav turns ugly(ier).
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Post by KarlatheLHFan on Aug 29, 2008 6:50:41 GMT -5
Now, as of 6 am, they have it going on a more westerly track, which is towards Lake Charles area.. still not sure what to think.. and Stay Safe, Karen!!!! We're just continuing to monitor this thing....
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Post by KarlatheLHFan on Aug 29, 2008 7:02:31 GMT -5
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Post by kmom on Aug 29, 2008 7:53:36 GMT -5
Thanks Karla...it ought to be an interesting weekend.  All th best to you guys in the Baton Rouge/N.O. area too. Edit: Here is a tracking site that has some really comprehensive maps. It REALLY does not look good for Louisiana as you look at all of the projection models......ughhhhh web.tampabay.rr.com/wolfy/ |
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Post by KarlatheLHFan on Aug 29, 2008 15:29:35 GMT -5
Thanks, Karen! And no, it doesn't look good, but it's still of to the side some. We're just going to keep faith, and at this point, if it comes, I just want it come, and get it over with!!
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Post by FadedJade on Aug 30, 2008 18:01:27 GMT -5
Ugh, I was just in Louisiana a few weeks ago and they just really can't take another big hit now. Things are really just starting to look normal again....God I can't imagine the new bridge being screwed up before it's even finished.
We're almost done with the repairs on Ryan's mother's house; it's looking so good....
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Post by Yuliya on Aug 30, 2008 18:53:54 GMT -5
I just heard there's a mandatory evactuation happening in the New Orleans area. Hope everyone nearby will be okay!!!
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Post by FadedJade on Aug 30, 2008 20:20:01 GMT -5
Is there? Last I was hearing is that if Gustav continued as is, they'd start mandatory evacuation at 8am. For now, they ARE evacuating, but it's voluntary, and precautionary for elderly in facilities and such and those who have no other way out.
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Post by Yuliya on Aug 30, 2008 20:26:36 GMT -5
Oh, I was listening to the new during dinner, and I thought I heard them say that it was issued, but I may have heard inccorectly.
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Post by FadedJade on Aug 30, 2008 21:35:58 GMT -5
We're both half right. Apparently he's announced a mandatory evacuation to begin at 8am. It becomes mandatory at 8am on the west side, and mandatory on the east side at 12 noon.
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Post by KarlatheLHFan on Aug 30, 2008 22:24:22 GMT -5
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All th best to you guys in the Baton Rouge/N.O. area too.
