No, it is not Alica.

The power is starting to go out everywhere.
Do not know how long I will be here.

The wind is starting to gust toward 50 mph.

It is suppose to start getting bad toward midnight.

For some interesting information on previous hurricanes click below.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Carla

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_retired_Atlantic_hurricane_names

Now Is The Time

Now is the time to start charging everything- cell phones, laptops, batteries, lamps, etc.

Now is the time to have your water, your food, to protect your family and property.


I am bunkering with my folks.
It is so weird to see our house all boarded up.
I want to write something original on the boards.
Or maybe i will just write "Take a Hike, IKE"

I have started video logging the events going on around me.

It was ominmous for a few minutes but now is so calm, blue sky and beautiful sunset outside right now. It is a bit creepy when you know what is coming your way.

IKE

Well I am here waiting for Ike.
I will be bunkering down and get a chance to use the survival skills and things I have been prepping.

This was a bit hard to find, however I found it.
It is the evacuation zones map for Houston.
I assume this is just for Ike.



I am a bit scared, but I am not panicking.
This is what I want to tell people.
DO NOT Panic. It is bad to. Take a deep breathe and make a decision on what you need to do.

Also, six inches of water can move a person, a foot of water can start moving a car.

I will update more as I do more and as long as the power stays on.

Birthdays and Ike

Some Birthday Trivia for you all:

Yesterday was Michelle Williams', Otis Redding's and Rachel Hunter's birthdays.

Otis Redding died when he was 26 and before he ever knew he was such a bit hit. Some of the songs we know by him are "Under the Broadwalk", and "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay"


This picture speaks for it self.



http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Tropical-Storms-and-Hurricanes-NOAA-Cabo-San-Antonio-Cuba-Gulf-of-Mexico/ss/events/sc/091905hurricanes/s:/ap/20080910/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/tropical_weather#photoViewer=/080908/480/b324148bd962415aa6a39d192cc4aa27

Hello Ike

Well it is that time again.

For all you hurricane trackers out there here are some useful sites.

http://www.wunderground.com/tropical/tracking/at200809_model.html?MR=1

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at4.shtml?5day#contents

http://www.stormpulse.com/

A Little Bit of Everything.

I am so proud of Sarah Palin. Many people make the mistake that feminism is about woman dominate power.but it is not. Woman and men are meant to be complementary. It about good strong women who can kick butt, and actually bring good to this world like I have mentioned before. http://ontologicalthinker.blogspot.com/2008/06/feminism.html

She spoke very well, and really did a good job at yesterday's Republican National Committee. Congratulations, Sarah!

I am pleased to announce that when I walked outside today for work, I was met with a cool breeze. This means Autumn is coming. With cooler weather coming, we will want to stay warm. It is easy to crank up the heater, but that is friendly to your pocketbook. Instead use blankets, sweaters, and insulating your house properly, this way you do not have to turn the heater on so high.

This will be a interesting election, needless to say.

Take care, watch out for Hanna and Ike, and keep an eye on the news.

Gustav

http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Hurricane-Gustav/ss/events/sc/082908hurricangustav/#photoViewer=/080901/photos_ts/2008_09_01t141028_450x300_us_storm_gustav


"A street at a railroad crossing near the Inner Harbor Navigational Canal is flooded as Hurricane Gustav hits New Orleans, September 1, 2008.
(Lee Celano/Reuters) "

Be Aware

Needless to say, it is Hurricane Season. For anyone who doesn't live in Hurricane areas it is just as scary as tornadoes, blizzards, and any other type of disaster.

This post serves two purposes.

First, to emphasize paying attention to the news. May it be weather related (such as hurricanes, tornado, etc.), or just general news. (Such as Indymac, Fannie Mae, and so forth.) By paying attention, you are preparing yourself for the unfortunate. Anyone with the tiniest reasoning skills can foresee trouble. Do not forget the local news. It worth your time and effort. Those are the events that rule your daily life. Such as I would not have known the change in the amount one can sue for in the small claims court.

Second, organize all your important documents into one place, and put in a unlocked tote like container. (It needs to be easy to carry) I was told before that it is okay to have a lock on it, but you don't really want to lock it, because if you are ever robbed, you do not wish for the robbers to take the box. If it is left unlocked, they can open it and see that there is no money or jewels in it. Also, it is wise to have a certain amount of cash stashed away, because in a crisis, it is quite likely plastic (credit/debit cards) can not be used.

Remember, we are a paper (document) dependent world. (Our assets and ownership is tied into who we are, and if you don't have what you need to prove it, then it can be difficult to get what you need and what belongs to you.

The following picture is the current hurricane conditions. It is something I watch very closely. I got it from the National Hurricane Center. (http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/)



Take care, be safe, and stay aware.

Hurricane Tracker

For those who live in hurricane/ typhoon areas, hurricane season is a big deal.
Everyone emphasises on being prepared for hurricane type weather.
It can show up very fast, like Katrina.

One of the best sites to track hurricane weather (both Atlantic and Pacific related) is the National Hurricane Center website.
They have all types of maps and charts that are easy to understand. Also, they have hurricane background information, and the lists of hurricane names used, to be, and retired.

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml

Stay safe and be well.