[Aquamarine]

Yes, I think the experience of Isabel for a lot of us is watching and reading a *lot* of weather graphs and news!

They're interesting to watch. I remember staying up late at night watching Hugo come ashore on the Weather Channel some years back. That one didn't weaken, it was relentless....didn't see any weathermen standing outside in that one!

[dixie sass]

I remember Hugo. Our power had already been out for several hours when he came into the harbour. Our phone lines here are buried and my brother the minister chose that time to call me and tell me about the eye.

Civil Defense - This is not a drill, this is not a drill...
Charlie Hall, much beloved weather man for since 1950's being forcefully taken out of the Channel 5 studio downtown.

Hugo was a cat 4 when he came ashore.

If I could tell the people up and down the east coast that have no power anything, it is to have patience. It will take time. Get to know your neighbors. Let your kids play outside in the fresh air. Have fun. Understand that this is the a time to grow and learn.

There are lessons to be learned and we shouldn't forget them. A cat two can do damage also.