Hurricane Season Has Arrived (Arlene Info)

[Joe]

Well it appears we have our first Tropical Depression which is forecast to become a tropical storm by tomorrow...

http://maps.wunderground.com/data/images/at200501.gif

[kurt]

http://image.weather.com/images/maps/tropical/trop_june_dot_720x486.jpg

[kurt]

http://image.weather.com/images/maps/tropical/atl_storm_names_720x486.jpg

[kurt]

http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2005/s2447.htm

As the 2005 Atlantic hurricane season gets underway, NOAA today introduced a new way to follow specific tropical storms or hurricanes. NOAA Storm Tracker (http://www.stormtracker.noaa.gov/) will contain live links to advisories, tracking maps and satellite images of a particular storm that is projected to strike the United States or other nations in a storm’s path.

[seagrovelover]

that Image of the day is pretty cool :biggrin:

[Landlocked]

Is this depression expected to grow before it comes our way? (Haven't had much time for the weather channel recently)

[Smiling JOe]

Is this depression expected to grow before it comes our way? (Haven't had much time for the weather channel recently)
At 8:00am this morning it grew into Tropical Storm Arlene, and is expected to hit land as a tropical storm with windspeeds around 30-40 mph.

[Landlocked]

That's not too bad. Maybe it will give things a nice washdown.

[Smiling JOe]

That's not too bad. Maybe it will give things a nice washdown.
I am sure the surfers will be happy to see it coming.

[beachmouse]

Forecast models tracks seem to be saying MS coast.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v327/donsutherland1/hmodels060920050z.gif

Right now, it looks more like a rainmaker than anything else. Just as long as it doesn't pull a Allison or Danny style stall out in a bad place.

[Landlocked]

That's good. Maybe I won't be swimming in seaweed soup next weekend

[sunshine79]

let's hope it doesn't do too much damage before we've even normalized everything from the last hurricane season

[Smiling JOe]

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/storm_graphics/AT01/refresh/AL0105W%2Bgif/115452W_sm.gif
This is NOAA's most recent map. It will automatically update as time passes.
We should not have much to worry about if Arlene contiunues as forcasted. Remember, the main line is not necessarily the path of the storm. Rather, you should look at the cone.

[seagrovelover]

does something like this get rid of the seaweed or pull more in?? :idontno:

[kurt]

It depends on the prevailing winds, but in general a good storm will bring all kinds of fun stuff onshore, sometimes including debris from Caribbean and Mexican coasts.

[Seasider]

Would a smaller storm, as this one appears to be, have a positive effect of pushing sand back up on the beaches?

Also, any chance of getting the webcam back up this year?

[Paula]

This morning's Wall Street Journal had an article about hurricane forcasting. It said, "Its [NOAA] forecast, issued this week, says there is an 86% chance that landfalling hurricanes will put 2005 in the top one-third historicallyl, with two to five intense hurricanes. The Colorado team agreed, upping an earlier forecast to eight hurricnes, half of which would be whoppers with sustained winds above 110 m.p.h." The article also said, "Get used to it. Surface temperatures in the Atlantic have been elevated since 1995, relative to an historical average that goes back 150 years, notes NOAA's Stanley Goldenberg. From 1995 to 2000, the number of hurricanes almost doubled from the historical norm." Sounds like another interesting year...

[Smiling JOe]

Would a smaller storm, as this one appears to be, have a positive effect of pushing sand back up on the beaches?

Also, any chance of getting the webcam back up this year?
Yes, smaller storms should put more sand on the beach.

We are waiting on RiverOtter, the person with the most posts other than Kurt, to purchase a place on the Beach to house the web cam, but he tells us that we may be waiting a while.

[JB]

The NHC is now saying Arlene could be a minimal hurricane when it makes landfall Saturday night. Looks like it could come ashore anywhere from PCB to Gulfport. Y'all batten down the hatches!

[Smiling JOe]

If you look at the NOAA map which I posted above, you will notice that as of 4pm today (Fri), the maximum sustained winds are 65 mph, only 9 mph less than a hurricane. At the moment in SoWal, winds have kicked up a notch and I can definitely sense a storm on the horizon.

(Waterman, I may have to take a "raincheck" for lunch.)

[kurt]

DeFuniak Springs, FL – Today, officials from the Walton County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) gathered to coordinate efforts and discuss issues pertaining to Tropical Storm Arlene.



*A tropical storm warning and hurricane watch is in effect along the Gulf Coast. Arlene is moving toward the north-northwest near 15 mph. A flood watch is also in effect because of the potential for heavy rainfall.



Forecasters anticipate wind gusts in our area to reach 40 mph, or higher once the storm approaches and rainfall will be in the 3 to 5 inch range, with heavier amounts possible. This could cause flooding of low lying areas. If the storm follows the project path the storm surge will be about 1 to 2 feet. If Arlene makes landfall further east the storm surge could reach 4 feet, which could cause beach erosion and some coastal flooding.



The Emergency Operation Center is expected to go into partial activation tonight at 8 pm and will remain in activation until the storm has cleared the area. At that time, a citizen’s information line will be set-up at the EOC to assist concerned citizens. The emergency citizen’s information can be reached at 892-8392 or 892-8394 after 8pm. The Emergency Operations Center number is 892-8065.



As a precaution, Walton County is declaring a Local State of Emergency and issuing a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds are required to close at 3 pm this afternoon. Walton County’s beaches will be closed at 6 pm tonight.



A shelter will be manned by the American Red Cross and available at Freeport High School for both the general population and those with special needs at 3 pm today. Animals are not accepted at the shelter.



It is important to remember the following:

· Follow guidelines set forth by the Walton County Emergency Management officials;

· Have a disaster kit ready with at least a 2 to 3 day supply of food and water, flashlights, batteries;

· Fill your car with gas and have extra cash.

· Monitor local media for weather and updates from the EOC;

· Individuals living in low-lying areas that are prone to flooding should review their evacuation plan.

· Residents living in mobile homes should plan to take shelter.





The EOC is working with state and local agencies to ensure the safety of Walton County Citizens.

[kurt]

http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/PS/TROP/DATA/RT/FLOAT/VIS/20.jpg

[Just_In_Thyme]

Have they ordered a mandatory evacution of Walton County?

[kurt]

As a precaution, Walton County is declaring a Local State of Emergency and issuing a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds are required to close at 3 pm this afternoon. Walton County’s beaches will be closed at 6 pm tonight.

[Smiling JOe]

http://sowal.com/bb/gallery/files/2/1/6/P6100019.JPG

Seaside 6:00pm Fri - Beaches Closed

(you will find a few more photos from today in my photo album)

[kurt]

Thanks - I was just wishing I was down there.

[seagrovelover]

I hope this one passes you by.......

[Smiling JOe]

I hope this one passes you by.......
I hope so too. I have very little gas in my cars, no extra dog food, no bottled water, no batteries (but nothing for them to go into anyway), no food stored, etc. About the only thing I do have is a couple of life jackets which I may use if the water rises high enough that I can paddle my canoe down the street to the Gulf. I am really not expecting much from this storm -- Maybe a bit of rain and lightning, which is always exciting.

[Smiling JOe]

The latest from the National Hurricane Center:

BULLETIN
TROPICAL STORM ARLENE INTERMEDIATE ADVISORY NUMBER 10A
NWS TPC/NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER MIAMI FL
8 PM EDT FRI JUN 10 2005

...RECENT DATA FROM A NOAA HURRICANE HUNTER AIRCRAFT INDICATE THAT
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS HAVE NOW INCREASED TO NEAR 70 MPH...WITH
HIGHER GUSTS...AND THESE WINDS ARE OCCURRING MAINLY TO THE NORTH
AND EAST OF THE CENTER. SOME STRENGTHENING IS FORECAST DURING THE
NEXT 24 HOURS...AND ARLENE COULD BECOME A HURRICANE LATER TONIGHT
OR ON SATURDAY.

TROPICAL STORM FORCE WINDS EXTEND OUTWARD UP TO 150 MILES... MAINLY
TO THE NORTH AND EAST OF THE CENTER....

[kurt]

If it stays on track, I pity those poor folk in P-cola. They've had enough already.

[Beachfamily]

I am just checking to see how things are from Destin to Rosemary Beach
I am sure nobody has power
Be safe

[Kokomo Joe]

Power is not out, it's barely raining. Surf's up though, and looks like we'll lose more sand.

[kurt]

Hi guys - breezy and rainy is all for now.

[JustBeachy]

Good to hear, Kurt..we are headed down, supposedly, tomorrow. Watching the Weather Channel and beyond thrilled to not see Stephanie Abrams, bless her heart.

Nan,formerly known as BlueMountainBeacher

[kurt]

Good to hear, Kurt..we are headed down, supposedly, tomorrow. Watching the Weather Channel and beyond thrilled to not see Stephanie Abrams, bless her heart.

Nan,formerly known as BlueMountainBeacher

"watch out, watch out, WATCH OUT!" :lol:

[JustBeachy]

:rofl:

Found a few hurricane haiku's (http://www.rickharrison.com/texts/verse/hhaiku.html). I especially liked the last one!

[lenzoe]

Looks like surf's up from the beach cams. Anybody been to the beach this morning? Wondering if the surf's making it up to those un-vegetated piles of sand yet.

[kurt]

DeFuniak Springs, FL –Tropical Storm Arlene continues toward the Gulf Coast. This storm is expected to make landfall later this afternoon. Sustained winds are presently at 70 mph.



A tropical storm warning and tornado watch are currently in effect along the Gulf Coast. A flood watch is also in effect. Rain will continue throughout the day and rainfall will be in the 5 to 8 inch range, with heavier amounts possible. This could cause flooding of low lying areas.



Residents should remain home, if possible, and stay off the roads. It is unsafe to travel due to the heavy rainfall and high wind conditions.



The Emergency Operation Center was activated Friday evening and will remain in activation until the storm has cleared the area. Citizen’s information lines have been set-up at the EOC to assist concerned citizens. The emergency information lines, 892-8392 or 892-8394, are currently operating. The Emergency Operations Center number is 892-8065.



Walton County has declared a Local State of Emergency and has issued a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds should be closed at this time.



Walton County’s beaches are closed until further notice. Storm surge will be about 3 to 5 feet above normal, causing beach erosion and some coastal flooding.



It is important to remember rip currents often occur before, during and after a hurricane. Do not attempt to go to the beach and swim or surf. Heavy surf conditions combined with rip currently produce dangerous and often fatal conditions.



At the present time tropical storm force winds on the Clyde B. Wells over the Choctawhatchee Bay are approximately 30 mph. There are no plans to close the bridge at this time but residents are reminded the bridge is closed when winds reach 40 mph and local radio and TV stations should be monitored for updates from the EOC.



A shelter is manned by the American Red Cross and available at Freeport High School for both the general population and those with special needs. Animals are not accepted at the shelter.

[beachmouse]

Somewhat windy but otherwise quiet in Bluewater Bay. No utility problems, but then we never lost power or cable from Ivan either. Rain's pretty much an occasional drizzle. We're planning on heading down towards Destin for lunch later. (and bonus! no tolls on the Mid-Bay Bridge until 5:00pm tonight)

The non-tropical storms we got in early April were actually a lot worse.

[Seasider]

9am Report from Seaside:

The storm center is supposed to move over the coast near Pensacola about 2 pm. We have had very little wind, about 2 inches of rain, even some breaks and sun,but the surf is pounding. High tide isn't expected until noon. The currents are ripping the beach from east to west. Our first level of defense ( the hurricane fences) that are nearest the water have been ripped out. Water is under the walkover at Tupelo and lapping the stairs all the way down the beach but so far they look ok.I just wish this thing would hurry up and go....I am sure TJ is already back here checking on things. He was working battening down the hatches himself all over town until late yesterday. One good thing is our seaoats have had so much water this spring they appear to have caught , are green and growing.. I just wish they had had a little more time before storm season got underway.

[southof30A]

Greetings from Seacrest Beach. Overall wind and rain has not been too bad yet. Beach has eroded about 5' deep. Most sand fence is history. Starting to see more lumber floating by in the last 1/2 hour.

[Landlocked]

Are the dune lakes likely to wash out during this thing?

[Cavallino]

Here are some Pics

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/share/welcome?i=EeAMWbRi1bNWj4w&notag=1&x=1&sm=1&sl=1

[landlord]

Cavallino, Excellent photos, thanks. When and where were they taken? We have a house on 30-A at Seaside. My friend's family is going to stay at our house for the week. they will arrive there tomorrow.

[lenzoe]

Thanks for the pics. Where are these shots from?

For live streaming video from Gulf Shores, check out:

http://www.hurricanetrack.com

[Seasider]

The new Natchez stairs at Seaside appear to be suffering heavy damage.

[kurt]

Here are some Pics

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/share/welcome?i=EeAMWbRi1bNWj4w&notag=1&x=1&sm=1&sl=1

Thanks!

Looks like the water has receded some since you were out.

[kurt]

Are the dune lakes likely to wash out during this thing?

Oh yeah they're all open.

[Just_In_Thyme]

How have the beachwalkovers fared? They can't have sustained the damage they did from Ivan.

[Cavallino]

I was out there around 11:30-12:15

The shots are taken at WaterColor Beach Club walkover and then at Seaside.

The few from WaterSound were taken around 10am this morning.

Doug

[southof30A]

Walkovers are in better shape than after Ivan. A few have sustained damage but not very many here in Seacrest Beach. Saw a lot of green painted wood from Rosemary Beach floating by. We have sustained about 7-8' of beach erosion. All sand fence and a large part of the pushed up sand is gone.

[Smiling JOe]

I just posted photos in my album taken between 10:00-11:00am this morning, before high tide, from Grayton, west, thru Dune Allen.

[kurt]

I just posted photos in my album taken between 10:00-11:00am this morning, before high tide, from Grayton, west, thru Dune Allen.

Great shots Joe! :clap_1:

[seagrover]

More pics - some taken at 10:30 this morning at Seaside and Seagrove at the Andalusia walkover - and others taken at 12:30 - beaches are pretty bad.

http://community.webshots.com/user/seagrover

[Smiling JOe]

More pics - some taken at 10:30 this morning at Seaside and Seagrove at the Andalusia walkover - and others taken at 12:30 - beaches are pretty bad.

http://community.webshots.com/user/seagrover
That second photo with the Rentals sign is not a good one for tourism, eh? The photo itself is a great shot.

Kurt, while the subject in your latest post of photos is hard on the eyes, your photography remains some of the best I've seen.

[kurt]

More pics - some taken at 10:30 this morning at Seaside and Seagrove at the Andalusia walkover - and others taken at 12:30 - beaches are pretty bad.

http://community.webshots.com/user/seagrover

Thanks! - it looks like the water was higher this morning than when I went out around noon.

[kurt]

That second photo with the Rentals sign is not a good one for tourism, eh? The photo itself is a great shot.

Kurt, while the subject in your latest post of photos is hard on the eyes, your photography remains some of the best I've seen.

:oops: Right!

Here's the link to the pics SJ is talking about:
http://www.sowal.com/photos-061105.html

[seagrover]

Should have mentioned that was Cabana Man's former house for beach rentals. I personally have not been in that direction - my daughter took that one this morning. It sure looks like rocks also on the beach in that pic.

I know that so much of the sand that had been brought in to our Seagrove area is now back in the gulf.

[kurt]

Should have mentioned that was Cabana Man's former house for beach rentals. I personally have not been in that direction - my daughter took that one this morning. It sure looks like rocks also on the beach in that pic.

I know that so much of the sand that had been brought in to our Seagrove area is now back in the gulf.

That's sad to hear. Hopefully it won't be a total loss.

[seagrover]

More pics - it is hard to see Cabana Man in the 3rd pic - covered with suds.
http://community.webshots.com/user/seagrover

[lenzoe]

:oops: Right!

Here's the link to the pics SJ is talking about:
http://www.sowal.com/photos-061105.html
Hi Kurt,

Nice pics, as always.

At the Eastern Lake outflow shot, did you notice how the houses on the Western side of the outflow were faring? Last few times I've been down the outflow has been getting closer and closer to them. Especially the one right next to that public access. They didn't seem to have have much left before the outlet would be under their deck.

Just curious.

[kurt]

Hi Kurt,

Nice pics, as always.

At the Eastern Lake outflow shot, did you notice how the houses on the Western side of the outflow were faring? Last few times I've been down the outflow has been getting closer and closer to them. Especially the one right next to that public access. They didn't seem to have have much left before the outlet would be under their deck.

Just curious.

The water was under the deck on the easternmost house. That's what Larry was looking at when he waded out into the water. This pic is right on the corner.

[JustBeachy]

I hope the damage is minimal..I hate seeing all the sand wash back out again!

Sooo, I'm just lurking here, trying to decide if we should head out tomorrow a.m. or wait until later tomorrow afternoon. All depends on 331 bridge, naturally. :blink:

I suppose we'll spend a lot of time at the pottery place in Seaside, if the weather doesn't clear..of course the boys will want to surf. :bang:

[kurt]

I think it will be nice tomorrow. Might get some showers, and it will be breezy. It will take awhile for the water to recede, but the beach will be interesting.

[lenzoe]

Thanks Kurt,

As you're out and about in the next day or so, if you could let me know if the dune walkovers at Ramsgate survived (both the public one and the private one from the Ramsgate deck), I'd appreciate it.

-- Len

[Smiling JOe]

Thanks Kurt,

As you're out and about in the next day or so, if you could let me know if the dune walkovers at Ramsgate survived (both the public one and the private one from the Ramsgate deck), I'd appreciate it.

-- Len
Where is Ramsgate?

[kurt]

Where is Ramsgate?

It's on the beach behind Summer's Edge in Seagrove.

The water was probably under it, hope the pilings were set deep. Angie at Beach Seekers probably knows. I left her a voice mail.

[FoX]

:rofl:

Found a few hurricane haiku's (http://www.rickharrison.com/texts/verse/hhaiku.html). I especially liked the last one!

rain rain go away
come again some other day
dreary walls ugh bleah

Thanks for all the info and photos!

[JustBeachy]

:floor:

[Smiling JOe]

We have had less rain last night and today than we received the last time it rained.

[lenzoe]

The water was probably under it, hope the pilings were set deep. Angie at Beach Seekers probably knows. I left her a voice mail.

Could be, but the water didn't get past the dunes and under the deck during Ivan and I was expecting Ivan's effect to be a lot worse than Arlene's.

Course the dunes were in better shape pre-Ivan. Even so, I'm surprised by the damage shots we're seeing with Arlene.

[Rich]

I'm so glad to see that most of the heavier affects of this one were to the west of beloved Seagrove...does that seem to be the case for those of you who are on the scene?

I just returned from a week at Coach Bobby Bowden's home (Coach's Lair - Deer Lake Dunes) and while the red flag flew the majority of the week and kept the kids out of the water, we had a wonderful time (Angelina's twice in one week, Old Bay Steamers in Destin, a round at Camp Creek...and took the kids to the dreaded Big Kahuna and Track in Destin).

Stay safe...praying this year is a bit more kind to all you special folk.

Rich
(Baltimore, MD)

[FoX]

I'm so glad to see that most of the heavier affects of this one were to the west of beloved Seagrove...does that seem to be the case for those of you who are on the scene?

I just returned from a week at Coach Bobby Bowden's home (Coach's Lair - Deer Lake Dunes) and while the red flag flew the majority of the week and kept the kids out of the water, we had a wonderful time (Angelina's twice in one week, Old Bay Steamers in Destin, a round at Camp Creek...and took the kids to the dreaded Big Kahuna and Track in Destin).

Stay safe...praying this year is a bit more kind to all you special folk.

Rich
(Baltimore, MD)

I didn't know he had a place here. Good news!!! :clap_1:


















If I ever commit a felony he'll be able to help me reduce it to a misdemeanor. :roll:

[JustBeachy]

Yeah his family does. So does Tuberville. We always get tons of those kinds of 'celebrity' sitings in the summer, since they are so busy in the Fall and Winter.

[FoX]

I did see one of them Baby Bowdens here a couple of years ago, i think he's been on TV a lot.

http://telemaniac.free.fr/elmer3.jpg

[JustBeachy]

http://www.lifeinlegacy.com/2003/1227/RossRobertPoppinFresh.jpg

This one??

[beachmouse]

Bowden has family in the area. His daughter lives and works in Shalimar. Sadly, one of his grandsons (who played football for Choctaw HS) was killed in a traffic accident on I-10 last fall, along with his daughter's ex-husband.

[JustBeachy]

I remember that..wasn't it around Thanksgiving? Very sad... :cry:

[phdphay]

Goodness! I had no idea that things were so bad on 30-A. The Weather Channel certainly hasn't indicated such erosion, etc., in our area. I wish I were there to see the damage for myself. :( Thanx to everyone for the photos, that is, from all of you except the one whose website prevents one from using the back button to get back to the SoWal message board - GRRRR!

[Rich]

I'm guessing the posted "likenesses" are a reference to the coach's shape. The funny thing is that the lower/entry level of the home has an eliptical trainer and a universal gym (both very nice, athletic-center-quality units). The lower level also has a sauna and a steam shower. This fitness area is adorned with tons of the coach's accolades and celeb photos.

The rest of the home is "vacation rental" style with only a few copies of the coach's recent book on nightstands and coffee tables throughout.

The walkover from the front door to the beach looked to be recently rebuilt from last season, as were many along the beach. It is very low to the sand; hope it held up. Great place! :cool:

[lenzoe]

Back on the topic of Arlene ....

Please post more beach pics and reports when you all can. Still trying to get a feel here for what the damage is.

[kurt]

Pics coming - all that beach scraping turned out to be a terrible idea as I suspected. There is no sand on the beach. Ivan started it, the scraping lowered the level a couple of feet and Arlene took the rest.

If the scraping had not been done, Arlene would have been just what the Dr. ordered. Arlene and all the weather in between would have repaired the beaches. Although the dunes would have taken a couple of years of natural forces to repair themselves, they would be stronger over time.

Don't be in such a rush, don't interfere with nature.

[Wildernester]

The sheriff's patrol would not let anybody on Grayton Beach this morning. Apparently, this is due to the debris on the beach. Please let us know if there is there is going to be a clean up patrol organized in which we can participate.

[lenzoe]

Pics coming - all that beach scraping turned out to be a terrible idea as I suspected. There is no sand on the beach. Ivan started it, the scraping lowered the level a couple of feet and Arlene took the rest.

If the scraping had not been done, Arlene would have been just what the Dr. ordered. Arlene and all the weather in between would have repaired the beaches. Although the dunes would have taken a couple of years of natural forces to repair themselves, they would be stronger over time.

Don't be in such a rush, don't interfere with nature.

You may be right. The scraping shortened the beach on each pass, but I think it was a roll of the dice to see if they could get through the next season without a hit, with kick-started dunes, and let the beachfront build itself back.

[kurt]

Rolling the dice is bad business.

I'm afraid now we'll hear cries of "do something, do something" - louder than last fall. Talk of renourishment, etc.

Pretty soon the impatience will mean gritty brown sand dumped on the beach, and shorter beaches in the long term.

[Smiling JOe]

Maybe we should let the Gulf front homes wash out to see. Our views would be greatly improved, and the dunes would come back naturally. Any thoughts?

[phdphay]

The beach scraping was a bad idea IMHO. That ugly black stuff is awful. And there were no plantings established to hold the sand in place, especially since people trampled down the dunes, not allowing any vegetation to take hold. I'm with you, Kurt - we should have let nature take care of it. And I'm sure the scraping cost all of us taxpayers a boatload of $.

[Magic Hour]

Is the Andalusia walkover damaged?

[southof30A]

Don't know the walkover to Adalusia but the road is fine...

[phdphay]

My sister was at Seagrove during the storm, and she said she couldn't believe how high the water level was relative to the top of the dunes. Someone said that's because it was high tide. The top of the bluff where we are is 35 feet. Actually some of our neighbors say that it could never get that high. Now I'm not so sure after what my sister saw on Saturday. And Arlene wasn't even a hurricane!

[kurt]

Worst case scenario might be 10 foot surge and 30 foot waves.

[phdphay]

Say it ain't so.

[RiverOtter]

Yes, smaller storms should put more sand on the beach.

We are waiting on RiverOtter, the person with the most posts other than Kurt, to purchase a place on the Beach to house the web cam, but he tells us that we may be waiting a while.

:idontno: What's a post?

Even funnier is the part about me buying a gulf front house.... I'd need about 20 partners :biggrin:

[Smiling JOe]

:idontno:

Even funnier is the part about me buying a gulf front house.... I'd need about 20 partners :biggrin:
Any takers to help RiverOtter get us a webcam?

[Landlocked]

Count me in

[phdphay]

:idontno: What's a post?

Even funnier is the part about me buying a gulf front house.... I'd need about 20 partners :biggrin:
Exactly - I wouldn't have a gulf-front no matter how much $ I have. It was incredible after Ivan how hard the "first rows" were hit. The second and third rows (and back) had minimal damage.

I'd set up a webcam, but some stupid renter would probably mess it up.

[Smiling JOe]

I still think that we could have a greased pole contest on 'ole # 13, the flagpole on Grayton Beach, and have the winner install the battery powered remote webcam while he or she is up there. Maybe we could sell Cabo Ritas at the base of the pole to draw potential candidates.

[RiverOtter]

Any takers to help RiverOtter get us a webcam?

So far we've only got one :idontno: