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September 09, 2017, 03:51 PM
MikeGLIFlorida members check in thread
quote:
Originally posted by ChicagoSigMan:
At 1:30 AM last night, we left Naples for Orlando as the forecast for our area got worse. It was an easy drive - not a lot of traffic (but definitely more cars than I expected at that hour and that close to the storm). Gas was easy to find. We made it to Orlando just before 5 AM. We are still expected to get a hurricane up here. Depending on how far west the eye goes, we could still see category two or maybe even three winds, but I'm hoping it won't be that bad. Either way it's better than what is expected in Naples. Now I just have to wonder when I can go back and what I will find.
If you don't mine me asking, what part of Orlando are you in?
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Steak: Rare. Coffee: Black. Bourbon: Neat. September 09, 2017, 04:04 PM
2AdefenderI'm in Sarasota county. The storm shutters are up, and we were prepared to ride out the storm. But yesterday, when the forecast shifted the storm track to the Gulf Coast, the Mrs. and I bugged out. We're staying at a friend's place in the western panhandle. Not too far from you, Sigmonkey.
Traveled all last night. Traffic was heavy in some spots heading north. Every rest area was packed with hundreds of cars and trucks, like refugee camps. It was surreal.
Glad we are out of the bull's eye. Praying for the safety of my neighbors who stayed, and for all of our forum members in the storm's path.
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September 09, 2017, 04:07 PM
ZSMICHAELquote:
He has hurricane insurance, but not flood insurance, like so many people. This will wipe out a substantial part of his savings.
Wind vs Water. Insurance companies are supposed to pay for wind driven water, not flooding. Huge suits here in Mississippi regarding that. Who is gonna pay the bill. Here is some information:
http://info.olympusinsurance.c...ge-isnt-water-damageSeptember 09, 2017, 04:13 PM
cigardadOcala here. Ready as we can be.
September 09, 2017, 04:57 PM
MikeGLIquote:
Originally posted by cigardad:
Ocala here. Ready as we can be.
Stay safe, Don.
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Steak: Rare. Coffee: Black. Bourbon: Neat. September 09, 2017, 05:04 PM
taz95dogI picked a good time to move to st pete. :>}
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September 09, 2017, 05:07 PM
newtoSig765quote:
Originally posted by ZSMICHAEL:
Wind vs Water. Insurance companies are supposed to pay for wind driven water, not flooding.
Thanks. I forwarded the article to my friend.
If the retention pond overflows, it will be as a result of the wind and rain from the hurricane, so there may be an argument he can make. It certainly qualifies under the "Named Storm", doesn't it?
The conclusion, though, says property owners should have flood insurance, so we'll see what happens.
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September 09, 2017, 05:11 PM
nhtagmembermy office in Orlando is closed up, and most have gone north to Atlanta
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September 09, 2017, 05:14 PM
patwAll shuttered up here. Thoughts and prayers for all.
September 09, 2017, 05:43 PM
ontmarkPrayers Sent for All
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September 09, 2017, 05:43 PM
AquabirdOur good friends left Ohio a few days ago for their home in Naples. We texted them and they said they are boarded up and intend to stay thru the storm.
Been thru a couple evacuations myself..not fun.
Going back to the damage...snakes, spider..scorpions not fun either.
Our friends said they will call us after the main part of the storm has moved thru.
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September 09, 2017, 05:50 PM
florida boyGood luck ya'll, you're in our prayers. We did our time in hurricane country.(1978-2015)
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September 09, 2017, 06:03 PM
ChicagoSigManquote:
Originally posted by MikeGLI:
quote:
Originally posted by ChicagoSigMan:
At 1:30 AM last night, we left Naples for Orlando as the forecast for our area got worse. It was an easy drive - not a lot of traffic (but definitely more cars than I expected at that hour and that close to the storm). Gas was easy to find. We made it to Orlando just before 5 AM. We are still expected to get a hurricane up here. Depending on how far west the eye goes, we could still see category two or maybe even three winds, but I'm hoping it won't be that bad. Either way it's better than what is expected in Naples. Now I just have to wonder when I can go back and what I will find.
If you don't mine me asking, what part of Orlando are you in?
We're in a hotel in Lake Buena Vista
September 09, 2017, 07:03 PM
HayesGreenerIf anyone here is traveling I10 near Crestview/Milton/Pensacola we are safe and secure here about 30 miles inland off Hwy 87, we are glad to provide refuge
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September 09, 2017, 07:06 PM
snowdogWe're in Dunnellon hunkered down waiting and watching. We are on a well/septic with the well pump, fridge, freezer, ac, lights and outlets tied to our propane fueled generator. Plenty of food, water, etc. for several weeks. Adult children are in Ocala. Hoping for the best, prepared for worse.
September 09, 2017, 07:14 PM
coloradohunter44quote:
Originally posted by V-Tail:
quote:
Originally posted by jehzsa:
spilling food all over the place
We used to have a parakeet.
We called him "Onan" because he spilled his seed.
Is the Bonanza in the hanger, or did you guys move it north. Hope all goes well for you. Stay safe!
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September 09, 2017, 07:16 PM
ZSMICHAELquote:
Is the Bonanza in the hanger, or did you guys move it north.
Last I heard he and Amy were flying through Irma.
September 09, 2017, 07:24 PM
Timdogg6Hunkered down here in West Boynton Beach. A few tornado warnings a bit north of us but we have power/cable and are good to go so far.
Don't really expect much for a few hours.
Good luck to all
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September 09, 2017, 07:27 PM
Wayniacquote:
Originally posted by snowdog:
We're in Dunnellon hunkered down waiting and watching. We are on a well/septic with the well pump, fridge, freezer, ac, lights and outlets tied to our propane fueled generator. Plenty of food, water, etc. for several weeks. Adult children are in Ocala. Hoping for the best, prepared for worse.
I thought I was the only member in Dunnellon! We are well provisioned, and waiting...
September 09, 2017, 07:30 PM
rushfan65Some wind and rain, several tornado warnings so far. No power loss as of yet, but should be worse overnight and in the morning.