Fleeing Florida to escape Irma's wrath (photos taken on our way out today)
Sep 9, 2017 19:26:13 #
Hurricanes do not play nice James. I have been thru to many of them. Already 29,000 people without power and hurricane force winds are not there yet. We have friends in Bradenton, about 70 miles south of Tampa, they were going to stay, we could not talk them out of it. My wife received a text from them this morning, that had a change of heart and was 100 miles from Macon, Ga. heading north to Kentucky. Latest hurricane track I saw had Irma heading toward Tampa area.
Don
Don
Sep 9, 2017 19:37:28 #
I'm glad you and your wife are safe, James. My heart goes out to our brothers and sisters in Houston, Florida and every other area impacted by recent catastrophic weather.
Sep 9, 2017 19:51:38 #
I found your photos sad, though well taken. I am happy you and your wife are safe, but my heart goes out to those who were not able to leave.
Sep 9, 2017 20:02:29 #
Glad to hear you and your wife made it home OK.
In every news report where they showed traffic jambs I was surprised they hadn't reversed some of the oncoming traffic lanes.
I hope the folks who stayed behind don't regret it.
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In every news report where they showed traffic jambs I was surprised they hadn't reversed some of the oncoming traffic lanes.
I hope the folks who stayed behind don't regret it.
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Sep 9, 2017 20:20:53 #
Sep 9, 2017 21:23:27 #
Glad you made it out okay, and hope the storm isn't as bad as forecast. Still going to make a mess and seriously inconvenience a lot of people. Stay safe!
Sep 10, 2017 00:30:35 #
James56 wrote:
Hi Folks, well leave it to a Hurricane to cut shor... (show quote)
So glad You and your Wife are Home and Safe, sorry you had to cut your adventure short, My Prayers are lifted along with yours for the safety of Travelers to Saftey and Those who are unable to leave and are sticking it out where they are.
Nice documentation of the Situation Thanks for posting.
Sep 10, 2017 06:16:37 #
James56 wrote:
Hi Folks, well leave it to a Hurricane to cut shor... (show quote)
Glad you're out safe James. Prayers to all involved in this great time of need.
Sep 10, 2017 13:40:51 #
PAR4DCR wrote:
Hurricanes do not play nice James. I have been thru to many of them. Already 29,000 people without power and hurricane force winds are not there yet. We have friends in Bradenton, about 70 miles south of Tampa, they were going to stay, we could not talk them out of it. My wife received a text from them this morning, that had a change of heart and was 100 miles from Macon, Ga. heading north to Kentucky. Latest hurricane track I saw had Irma heading toward Tampa area.
Don
Don
So sorry about your vacation James, but very glad that you guys made it back home safe, and like you am very concerned for all the people still in danger, and sorry for all the damage that's sure to occur. We should all be thankful for those that are still there helping and hope that many will join them in the many ways needed for a successful recovery!
Sep 10, 2017 17:23:55 #
So pleased you got back safely home James, lots of thoughts and prayers for people caught up these last few days.
Sep 10, 2017 20:18:53 #
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Loc: North East Tennessee
Glad you folks made it out safely, doesn't look pretty down there! Prayers for all who are affected.
Sep 11, 2017 12:50:35 #
James56 wrote:
It wasn't a total loss Bob. At least we got to spend some time at the Treasure Island/Tampa Bay area. I have tons of memories and the same number of photos. Spent some time at John's Pass and got some good Pelican shots. We ate at Spinner's (a roof top restaurant) where I got to spend a ton of money. They served the best steak I've had in 10 years.
So glad you got to have some fun and get some shots...we love it there!!
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