[annie laurie]

Not stupid at all! This is my understanding, and I’ll let more knowledgeable folks step in to correct me if I misstate anything (I’m on the west coast myself, and don’t claim to be an expert ;-))

When the eyewall opens up, it could mean that the hurricane is becoming more disorganized due to periodic “eyewall replacement cycles” (you can read about those here: http://www.theweatherprediction.com/habyhints2/412/) or due to other reasons.

When the eye closes up again, it’s a sign that the storm is becoming more organized (not a good thing).

The previous few cycles of data that I posted showed the eyewall being open, but the last two indicated it had closed again. Hopefully the storm won’t have enough time left to ramp up before it moves completely over land and begins to weaken.

[DollyCali]

Thanks for the explanation annie.. I didn't know either. Learning a lot during this storm. Prayers continue for Texas as the storm will shortly REALLY hit the area.

BTW ...Nice to know more organized is not good. I am never organized!