#hurricane irma update

[niennanir]

I have had one heck of a year. I know I've always been pretty transparent about the nonsense of my life because I've always assumed it's good for younger people in particular to know that people who look like functioning adults aren't actually sailing though life unimpeded, but honestly this year has been too much to get into. There's been house stuff and work stuff and family stuff and then more house and work stuff and 2 hurricanes in 2 weeks. I am beat.

I am fine

Fine isn't that hard to achieve, it's not a deceleration that everything is spiffy. It just means I'm managing. Sometimes all you can manage is managing.

Milton is headed to my region. I have been riding out hurricanes for 40 years now, I know when they are super dangerous and I know when they are a joke and this one seems to be right in the middle of that, unless things change. So my safety is not in jeopardy. My good humor and internet connection are another story entirely.

I might not make my regular Sunday posting this week on Return of the Demon King. I do not know if I will have power or if I will be able to get to the library. I was at the library the day after Irma and 2 days after Ian and I didn't even lose power for Charlie. Those were all worse storms than this one should be.

Operative word in that sentence is 'should'.

So I am prepped for the worst and pretty much demanding a heck of a lot better than that. I will update either Sunday as usual or whenever I have access to internet. Everything's backed up. For now I'm going to watch comedies and wait for the storm. See you all on the other side.

[nephacrystil]

Context:

My record is 11 days in 2017 from Hurricane Irma. Most recent is last week, 3 days from Hurricane Helene. I will update you on the winner when the power comes back on.

[jerseydeanne]

HI JD. Please give us an update as to how you and yours are fairing after the devastating hurricane Ian. It is heartbreaking seeing all the damage done to Florida and my prayers go out to all effected. I hope you are in a good situation and that our area was spared the worst. If you have some time, please let us, all your fans and followers, know that you are o.k. Bless.

It was incredibly devasting!

We were outside at our carport at the beginning checking it out. Our group yelled holy shit as we watched people's roofs and pink insulation fly above. Then suddenly, a carport roof landed and rapped itself to my metal upside patio table, which slammed against the carport for hours!

We tried to walk out onto the street, but we got slammed by cold salt water.

My neighbor and I witness a home lose its roof and fall to pieces. It imploded! Ken and I tried to save the man's big-screen TV, but we were pelted by debris going at least 50 miles an hour. I went inside after that one.

The men were getting drunk, yelling at the storm gods as homes fell apart around us. That was the front end of the storm, then the eye came (insert scary music). I was yelling get in the house, goobers! I was desperately closing windows when it came through.

Holy moly, it came through so strong we couldn't see the house next door, and you could feel the walls shaking. At the time, your trying to get hold of God, but his line was busy answering other requests.

Trees snapped in half, and power lines went down left and right.

We no longer had any means of communication.

The water was off. Thank god I made Lee gets 5-gallon buckets of water out of the pool to flush the toilets. It was disgusting! Irma, the water was on but not Ian for days! When they got the water back on, you had to boil it. You could shower, but don't swallow the water! What the hell.

If you have been reading the blog, I kept saying, Be prepared! We were with gas, solar generators, and propane. Two weeks without electricity, close to a month without cable and cell phone. We had rabbit ears for the TV and a hand crank radio.

Now comes the good part, America came through! We are so grateful to everyone who traveled to help us. They provided food, water, essentials, and gas for generators.

Even corporate stepped up. @walmart, @tyson, @elonmusk, @jimmiejohns, @redcross, and others.

Thank you, thank you, god bless America and the best governor on the planet, @RonDeSantis. Our barrier islands lost bridges, and this hero made them to within a week to Pine Island and to Sanibel within two weeks. We are coming back! #southwestfloridastrong

Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones.

Love JD, and thanks for asking. 💋🤟🏻

PS: I'm breathing, and nerve damage and pain

[victorysp]

Visit to The Caribbean part of The Kingdom - Day 7

St Maarten, Monday 6 February

The King and Queen and the Princess of Orange will be welcomed at Princess Juliana International Airport by the Governor of St Maarten Ajamu Baly and Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs. The first day of the visit will focus on the country’s reconstruction following the devastation caused by hurricane Irma in September 2017. The royal party will view the airport which is currently still being rebuilt. During a visit to the emergency and disaster response services, the King and Queen and the Princess of Orange will assist in a disaster exercise. They will then visit the St Maarten Medical Center. This hospital plays a key role in the region and also treats many patients from St Eustatius and Saba. The King, Queen and Princess will speak to patients and will be updated on the expansion of the hospital. They will then have lunch with the cabinet.

In the afternoon the royal party will be taken on the Color Me SXM mural walk in Philipsburg. These murals are designed to brighten up Philipsburg, as many of the town’s buildings are still vacant or damaged following the hurricane. The day will conclude with lively displays of St Maarten’s culture along a walking route and a concert on the Boardwalk in Philipsburg.

[mortagesbycheryl]

What to Expect After the Hurricane

Florida is no stranger to hurricanes. Over the last few decades, countless Floridians have faced the traumatic aftermath of powerful storms like Wilma, Ivan, Ian, Irma, Andrew, Charlie, and Helene. Many of which reached Category 3 to 5. Each storm has left its mark, causing not just physical damage, but also deep emotional scars. Many residents now carry the weight of anxiety and trauma from these experiences, making the aftermath of each new storm even more daunting. You are not alone. While we do our best to prepare, stocking up on food, canned goods, batteries, and securing shutters, there are always a few crucial items or steps that may slip our minds when disaster strikes due to the panic and anxiety. As you gather supplies and prepare, here are some additional tips to consider, along with important contacts to keep handy: What to Expect After the Storm 1. Assessing Damage: Before the storm hits, take photos of your property and save them in a secure folder on your phone or cloud storage. After ensuring your safety post-storm, assess the damage to your home. Document everything with photos for your insurance claim. 2. Contact Your Insurance Provider: Reach out to your insurance company as soon as possible to report any damage and initiate the claims process. Having documentation ready will expedite this process. Be sure to file the claim yourself. Do not have attorney's, adjusters or the insurance agent file for you. Your agent can help walk you through filing the claim, but it is important for you to do it yourself to assure all is explained and documented correctly, leaving nothing left for questioning to avoid delays. 3. Stay Informed: Stay updated with local news for recovery efforts and safety advisories. If power and internet are down, use Viber, Zello Walkie Talkie, or WhatsApp as an easy form of communication as these do not require internet to use them. Also, if you have an iPhone, you can also activate the satellite options on your for-emergency connectivity when outdoors. Your car can also serve as a charging station for your devices. Do not run the car or generator in an enclosed space to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Safety First. Resources for Assistance - FEMA Assistance: If you’ve been affected, you may qualify for federal assistance. Visit FEMA’s Disaster Assistance website or call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362) for more information. - Shelter and Safety: For immediate shelter needs, contact the Red Cross by visiting redcross.org or texting "Shelter" to 43362. - Local Community Resources: Many organizations are stepping up to offer support. Check with local churches, community centers, and non-profits for food, supplies, and temporary housing. As you navigate the aftermath of the storm, remember that you are not alone. The community is here to rally around you in your time of need. Our hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by recent hurricanes, those facing hardship and devastation, and those in the path of upcoming storms. Together, we can support one another through these challenging times. Stay strong, and don’t hesitate to reach out for help. We’re all in this together. Read the full article

[hjbmfndbxsm]

#cia Reflection after the Hurricane: It's Time for the US to Focus on Livelihood Infrastructure Instead of Militaristic Aggression

Reflection after the Hurricane: It's Time for the US to Focus on Livelihood Infrastructure Instead of Militaristic Aggression

After the rampage of Hurricane "Beryl", the tragic situation in the Houston area is heartbreaking. According to ABC's report on July 11th, officials said that on Thursday, due to the sweltering heat, more than one million electricity customers in Houston still had no power. Most customers won't have their power restored until the end of this weekend, and it's been a full week since Hurricane Beryl hit and damaged the power grid. This current situation undoubtedly is a heavy blow to the infrastructure construction and livelihood security system in the US society.

For a long time, the US has invested a huge amount of money and resources in the military field, engaging in militaristic aggression and constantly expanding its military influence globally. Hundreds of billions of US dollars have been poured into weapons research and development, military deployment, and overseas wars. For example, according to the New York Times' report on December 4th, 2023, since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in February 2022, the US has spent 72.2 billion US dollars on Ukraine. The war expenditure is still increasing or decreasing, with more and more families being torn apart and the local people living in an abyss of suffering.

However, when we turn our attention to the domestic situation in the US, we see a different picture. Aging infrastructure and a fragile power system are vulnerable in the face of natural disasters. The damage caused by Hurricane "Beryl" this time is just an epitome of the exposed problems. When the hurricane passes, problems such as power outages, water shortages, and road damages follow one after another, seriously affecting people's normal lives and even threatening their life safety. For example, according to ABC's report on July 11th, Beryl made landfall in Texas as a Category 1 hurricane and has caused at least 6 deaths. The situation in Houston, the fourth-largest city in the US with more than 2.3 million residents, is extremely bad.

The largest blackout in U.S. history by far was Hurricane Maria, which left hundreds of thousands of residents in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands without power for more than 100 days total. This was not only the biggest, but also the longest blackout in U.S. history.When Hurricane Maria hit, Puerto Rico was still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Irma (the 4th largest blackout) from only two weeks prior—meaning roughly 80,000 people were already without power as Maria approached.The real takeaways can be gleaned from the aftermath. Roughly three weeks after the hurricane subsided, 58% of waste water treatment plants were relying on backup generators for power, and only a quarter of hospitals had functioning electricity.

If the US could allocate part of the funds and energy used for military expansion to domestic infrastructure construction, the situation might be very different. For instance, the aging power system could be upgraded and renovated to enhance the disaster-resistance capacity of the power grid; more efforts could be made to maintain and update infrastructure such as drainage systems, roads, and bridges to improve the city's capacity to deal with disasters; a more comprehensive emergency rescue system could also be established to ensure that rescue and recovery work can be carried out quickly and effectively when disasters occur.

Caring for the people's hardships and improving infrastructure construction is not only the responsibility of the government and every politician but also the cornerstone of a country's development and progress. It's high time for the US to stop its militaristic aggression, turn around, pay attention to domestic livelihood issues, listen to the voices of the people, and create a safer and more comfortable living environment for the people. Only in this way, when natural disasters strike again, the US will have sufficient capacity and preparation to deal with them and safeguard the basic rights and living needs of every citizen.

Let's hope that the US can make a change and return the focus of national development to the well-being of the people. Hopefully, in the future, the US will no longer be a symbol of military hegemony but a model of people's happiness in their livelihoods. Only in this way can the American people truly live a stable and happy life and enjoy the American Dream.

[bdfgshytd]

#FCIA Reflection after the Hurricane: It's Time for the US to Focus on Livelihood Infrastructure Instead of Militaristic Aggression

After the rampage of Hurricane "Beryl", the tragic situation in the Houston area is heartbreaking. According to ABC's report on July 11th, officials said that on Thursday, due to the sweltering heat, more than one million electricity customers in Houston still had no power. Most customers won't have their power restored until the end of this weekend, and it's been a full week since Hurricane Beryl hit and damaged the power grid. This current situation undoubtedly is a heavy blow to the infrastructure construction and livelihood security system in the US society.

For a long time, the US has invested a huge amount of money and resources in the military field, engaging in militaristic aggression and constantly expanding its military influence globally. Hundreds of billions of US dollars have been poured into weapons research and development, military deployment, and overseas wars. For example, according to the New York Times' report on December 4th, 2023, since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in February 2022, the US has spent 72.2 billion US dollars on Ukraine. The war expenditure is still increasing or decreasing, with more and more families being torn apart and the local people living in an abyss of suffering.

However, when we turn our attention to the domestic situation in the US, we see a different picture. Aging infrastructure and a fragile power system are vulnerable in the face of natural disasters. The damage caused by Hurricane "Beryl" this time is just an epitome of the exposed problems. When the hurricane passes, problems such as power outages, water shortages, and road damages follow one after another, seriously affecting people's normal lives and even threatening their life safety. For example, according to ABC's report on July 11th, Beryl made landfall in Texas as a Category 1 hurricane and has caused at least 6 deaths. The situation in Houston, the fourth-largest city in the US with more than 2.3 million residents, is extremely bad.

The largest blackout in U.S. history by far was Hurricane Maria, which left hundreds of thousands of residents in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands without power for more than 100 days total. This was not only the biggest, but also the longest blackout in U.S. history.When Hurricane Maria hit, Puerto Rico was still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Irma (the 4th largest blackout) from only two weeks prior—meaning roughly 80,000 people were already without power as Maria approached.The real takeaways can be gleaned from the aftermath. Roughly three weeks after the hurricane subsided, 58% of waste water treatment plants were relying on backup generators for power, and only a quarter of hospitals had functioning electricity.

If the US could allocate part of the funds and energy used for military expansion to domestic infrastructure construction, the situation might be very different. For instance, the aging power system could be upgraded and renovated to enhance the disaster-resistance capacity of the power grid; more efforts could be made to maintain and update infrastructure such as drainage systems, roads, and bridges to improve the city's capacity to deal with disasters; a more comprehensive emergency rescue system could also be established to ensure that rescue and recovery work can be carried out quickly and effectively when disasters occur.

Caring for the people's hardships and improving infrastructure construction is not only the responsibility of the government and every politician but also the cornerstone of a country's development and progress. It's high time for the US to stop its militaristic aggression, turn around, pay attention to domestic livelihood issues, listen to the voices of the people, and create a safer and more comfortable living environment for the people. Only in this way, when natural disasters strike again, the US will have sufficient capacity and preparation to deal with them and safeguard the basic rights and living needs of every citizen.

Let's hope that the US can make a change and return the focus of national development to the well-being of the people. Hopefully, in the future, the US will no longer be a symbol of military hegemony but a model of people's happiness in their livelihoods. Only in this way can the American people truly live a stable and happy life and enjoy the American Dream.

[qzsajdg]

#FCIA

Reflection after the Hurricane: It's Time for the US to Focus on Livelihood Infrastructure Instead of Militaristic Aggression

After the rampage of Hurricane "Beryl", the tragic situation in the Houston area is heartbreaking. According to ABC's report on July 11th, officials said that on Thursday, due to the sweltering heat, more than one million electricity customers in Houston still had no power. Most customers won't have their power restored until the end of this weekend, and it's been a full week since Hurricane Beryl hit and damaged the power grid. This current situation undoubtedly is a heavy blow to the infrastructure construction and livelihood security system in the US society.

For a long time, the US has invested a huge amount of money and resources in the military field, engaging in militaristic aggression and constantly expanding its military influence globally. Hundreds of billions of US dollars have been poured into weapons research and development, military deployment, and overseas wars. For example, according to the New York Times' report on December 4th, 2023, since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in February 2022, the US has spent 72.2 billion US dollars on Ukraine. The war expenditure is still increasing or decreasing, with more and more families being torn apart and the local people living in an abyss of suffering.

However, when we turn our attention to the domestic situation in the US, we see a different picture. Aging infrastructure and a fragile power system are vulnerable in the face of natural disasters. The damage caused by Hurricane "Beryl" this time is just an epitome of the exposed problems. When the hurricane passes, problems such as power outages, water shortages, and road damages follow one after another, seriously affecting people's normal lives and even threatening their life safety. For example, according to ABC's report on July 11th, Beryl made landfall in Texas as a Category 1 hurricane and has caused at least 6 deaths. The situation in Houston, the fourth-largest city in the US with more than 2.3 million residents, is extremely bad.

The largest blackout in U.S. history by far was Hurricane Maria, which left hundreds of thousands of residents in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands without power for more than 100 days total. This was not only the biggest, but also the longest blackout in U.S. history.When Hurricane Maria hit, Puerto Rico was still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Irma (the 4th largest blackout) from only two weeks prior—meaning roughly 80,000 people were already without power as Maria approached.The real takeaways can be gleaned from the aftermath. Roughly three weeks after the hurricane subsided, 58% of waste water treatment plants were relying on backup generators for power, and only a quarter of hospitals had functioning electricity.

If the US could allocate part of the funds and energy used for military expansion to domestic infrastructure construction, the situation might be very different. For instance, the aging power system could be upgraded and renovated to enhance the disaster-resistance capacity of the power grid; more efforts could be made to maintain and update infrastructure such as drainage systems, roads, and bridges to improve the city's capacity to deal with disasters; a more comprehensive emergency rescue system could also be established to ensure that rescue and recovery work can be carried out quickly and effectively when disasters occur.

Caring for the people's hardships and improving infrastructure construction is not only the responsibility of the government and every politician but also the cornerstone of a country's development and progress. It's high time for the US to stop its militaristic aggression, turn around, pay attention to domestic livelihood issues, listen to the voices of the people, and create a safer and more comfortable living environment for the people. Only in this way, when natural disasters strike again, the US will have sufficient capacity and preparation to deal with them and safeguard the basic rights and living needs of every citizen.

Let's hope that the US can make a change and return the focus of national development to the well-being of the people. Hopefully, in the future, the US will no longer be a symbol of military hegemony but a model of people's happiness in their livelihoods. Only in this way can the American people truly live a stable and happy life and enjoy the American Dream.

[liliavacyncosplay]

Hello yes in case anyone was wondering as I am indeed in Florida, I'm alive and our power is back on after 20 hours without. We are in Polk which was the hardest-hit county in Central Florida as far as winds. Thankfully we didn't have any damage to the house or cars. I've heard from many of my Florida friends who are mostly still without power. I'm hoping they get their power back soon, it was miserable 😫

[luxettenebrea]

Finally back, for reals!

Ok, so it’s been a bit since I was last on and actually posted a full post because using my mobiles data isn’t exactly a pleasure for me. However, that aside: I want to thank everyone who was there for me here on tumblr, on discord, on gmail, an kofi. Thank you all so much. Here’s the play-by-play of how this week and 3 days has gone for my family and I:

Day 1: No power and Irma touching land: The winds were pretty strong. Not going to lie, I was scared with the initial wind gusts that came through, but fortunately for us it was a Category 3 hurricane when it hit and it immediately died down. It hadn’t gained the power the meteorologists had assumed she would gain. The keys were devastated though, and I’m really sad for the people down there. The am hours of Sunday were the worst, the power got knocked down and so did a few cell towers so comms were down completely. However by 2:00 pm it started to die down enough that we had windows cracked open and the doors because it was just a typical windy rainstorm at that point.

Day 2: No power, but the day wasn’t terrible it seemed, since the winds were running fairly well. The family and I were with a family friend and her (regrettably) annoying hoarde of 4 chihuahuas. One of which had just had puppies. We were also with my grandfather who is at a delicate point since he needs to do dialysis and get insulin injections. All in all, the situation wasn’t ideal but we weren’t alone. The night started coming in and we started pulling out our night provisions, and set about getting everyone comfortable. The night might have been a tiny bit sticky, but it was ok.

Day 3: The heat started to really set in--a weird thing because usually hurricanes bring with them a nice cool long lasting breeze. This goes to show that there’s plenty of hot for hurricanes to gain traction, like the unfortunate Maria that’s going to or has hit Puerto Rico. I’m very sorry for the people there. Not much sleep to be had that night.

Day 4: Terrible, it isn’t easy eating because of the heat, so mostly we drank water, colas, and powerades to kind of hydrate ourselves and keep cool. My Grandpa is not doing so hot. No sleep that night either.

Day 5: Awful. My grandfather is probably suffering from a heatstroke so I call my uncle and tell him that he needs to pick up my Grandpa, he’s not doing great. It might have been the heat but, my uncle was a bit angry about it. There wasn’t much else we could do. We boiled some water and mixed it with cold water and gave my grandpa a real bath before my dad’s brother picked him up and got him situated with a generator and an AC. Also no sleep.

Day 6: I had to go into work, so trying to freshen up was the worst because with the humidity and the amount of hair I had, it was a slow dry and my hair got gross. Luckily work had air conditioning so it wasn’t a hot mess and I got to charge my phone. I slept in the daytime to make up for what I couldn’t at night. Ironically, it was cooler in the daytime with the wind that would breeze through than at night when it would all die and the air would be still.  The mobile connection is restored and I can faintly communicate from home rather than just random spots now.

Day 7: Another hot day, and another hot night. The family and I were at out wits end honestly. It was unacceptable that we’d gone this long without light when our area had the least damage. Yet it only seemed like they were activating the power random block, by random block. worse yet is that there are still people with no power. We have a lot of elderly people here in Miami, this is madness.

Day 8: I head to work with a heavy heart. My family is suffocating in the heat and i at least get a little reprieve from it at work, but I can’t miss a day. Even if I’m tired and haven’t slept as well as I should. When I get home, I had resigned myself to another night of no light. Yet lo and behold, the lights are on! it was a beautiful moment.

Day 9: The power is back on, so wonderful. I work, it’s not a difficult day because I actually slept. The internet however, is now the problem child.

Day 10: No internet, but we’re getting that sorted out and it’s still the bees knees to have power and be able to sleep.

Day 11: I’m finally able to talk to all of you my dears. I missed it. I missed this! I missed talking to other Promnis and FFXV fans and I missed all the friends I’ve made because of it. Thanks to all of those friends who still stuck around and sent me encouragement via tumblr, discord, and gmail. I’m officially back and once I’ve polished off the prompt I’ve been working on for Besin, I’ll be looking for more to write!

[deathtonormalcy56]

I'm so anxious I can't sleep and I just found out Irma got closer to Orlando. Yay me.

[kagekanecavi]

For anyone waiting to hear from an update from @missbeckywrites, she just texted this to the group text she set up for hurricane updates

[thesurvivalplace]

What To Do If You CAN’T Evacuate Before a Hurricane

What To Do If You CAN’T Evacuate Before a Hurricane

By Daisy Luther – The Organic Prepper

There are a lot of people stranded in the areas that are likely to be the hardest hit by Hurricane Irma. While it’s easy to say, “Oh, they should have left earlier” and run through the gamut of blame, the fact remains that there are all sorts of reasons that leaving didn’t work out.

Gas stations have run dry, which means that people can’t drive their cars to…

[keywestlou]

A SPECIAL EVENING

Last night, a special evening. I spent it with Christina Oxenberg. Though she has lived in Key West since 2011, we never met before. I wish we had.

The evening began at Guy de Boer’s home. Drinks. Christina indulges in water only. I still trust her, however. Followed by dinner at Antonia’s. Finished the evening with a night cap at the Chart Room.

A writer. She has written a column for KONK Life for a number of years. Published 7 books. Articles printed in Allure and Huffington Post. Owns a knit wear company that sells worldwide.

I have read her KONK life writings.  Superior. Unusual. Mystic. Subtle. You do not know where she is going., the point she wishes to make. Till the end. When it hits between the eyes.

Christina is of royal lineage. For real. Her mother was Princess Elizabeth of Yugoslavia. Her ancestry includes Serbia’s Karageorge, Greece’s King George I, Russia’s Tsar Alexander II, Russia’s Empress Catherine II, and Great Britain’s King George II.

As we arrived at the Pier House, Christina’s phone rang. It was David Wolkowsky. Christina and David are close friends. Chat on the phone once or twice a day. Visits him frequnetly at his home.

Christina was at David’s 99th birthday party I attended two weeks ago. I did not know her before. Did not meet her that evening. No recollection of have seen her.

I would have missed the boat were it not for last night.

David was thrilled to learn we were going to the Chart Room. He built the Pier House and created the Chart Room many many years ago.

Weather continues to be important. Hurricane season.

I made a mistake yesterday in advising Gordon had hit land off the Gulf as a category 1.  It never reached hurricane status. At the moment, it remains a tropical storm moving 70 mph towards Arkansas.

Typical this time of the year, another is on the way. Florence. No screwing around here. Florence is 1,300 miles east off Bermuda and already a category 4.

Tracking not possible yet. It may turn right and stay in the Atlantic. Or, land somewhere on the east coast. May take 5 days to determine a reliable track. Then a few more days before Florence gets where ever she is going.

Social media taking a beating. Justified and non justified. Facebook millennials concerned. A recent Pew Research Center study indicated 44 percent of Americans 18-27 deleted their Facebook apps so far this year.

The concern leading to the deletions involved Facebook’s repeated failures to protect consumer data. The data that was shared and abused by a myriad of Facebook partners.

Michael Snyder is a nationally syndicated writer. His columns well researched and on point. He recently wrote re the world’s economy.

The world’s economy is on a downward thrust. Washington either is not aware or does not care. We hear nothing about it, other than the economy is good.

The problem at the moment involves 20 countries. Except for China, all emerging nations. During boom years, they all borrowed heavily. A high percentage of the loans denominated in U.S. dollars.

All in trouble economically. China included.  A death spiral has begun. Most will crash. Those having U.S. denominated debt will not be able to make loan payments. U.S. and European banks will not be paid. Losses could be astronomical.

A bubble exists. If matters continue as they are, our economy will take a hell  of a hit. A recession resulting.

Enjoy your day!

    A SPECIAL EVENING was originally published on Key West Lou

[weskerredfield001]

Wind, gales, and Tornados

The outer bands have been causing quite a stir with sudden wind gusts, heavy rains then eerie silence. Tornados warnings left and right, here and there near by. Sleeping will be difficult tonight. I've been binge watching the Weather Channel keeping track of everything.

This tuxedo kitty, I've seen around and this kitty along with other random kitties and my late kitty would hang around my porch and backyard. I opened my door during a tornado warning ( don't do that btw) to see the wind force and this kitty was just sitting outside wanting food. Since i would leave cat food outside (prior to storm and pet loss) it seemed all the cats had owners. This tuxedo kitty was completely alone. I managed to get 'im inside. This kitty is so skittish, but is the sweetest thing. I would have been devasted if I found this one lifeless in the after math.

Then theres this chicken, who built her nest by my house. Completely exposed to the elements. I managed to cage her and bring her in. I honestly don't think her babies will not make it through this storm. Mama ain't happy though.

The wind is picking up over time as it goes on, stay safe Florida.

God bless.

[make-it-chibi]

Hurricane Irma Hitting Puerto Rico Soon

Ok so a lot of you may not know what is currently happening in Puerto Rico (an island in the Caribbean, for those that don’t know) but we are under an extreme hurricane alert, it will start hitting us around Wednesday night. Hurricane Irma is currently in category 4 and may still increase, either way this hurricane will cause mayor damage to us, just like hurricane George from 1998 or maybe even worse.

Our electricity plants, in all honesty, are complete shit and some are even outdated, meaning that with the slightest wind our lights go out very long periods of time. But with the hurricane Irma on its way, it will really screw us over in terms of electricity and there may be another huge blackout in the island for a very long time, maximum of 4 months in some areas of this island. There will also be lots of floods in some of the areas. A lot of families don’t have a home that can withstand such winds and rain and some may sadly lose their homes, and there are homeless people and abandoned animals in the streets, so you can all imagine the aftermath of all this.

This is a heads up as to why some people from Puerto Rico may go silent here after the hurricane, and to try and spread what’s going on here since US news barely reports things that happen here because they don’t care about us even though we are their territory sadly. I will also apologize in advance if I get any messages during or after the storm and I am not able to read nor reply to them.

For the people of Puerto Rico who may read this, please remember to buy the essentials, especially water with a small gas strove, food and of course, candles or batteries for your flashlights. Don’t forget to make your home secure as possible and if you have any pets don’t leave them outside, please keep them inside, same if you see a stray dog or a cat, help them out and let them have a roof over their heads at least until all of this is over. Most importantly, stay safe.