[Paul R.]

Didn't Sandy sort of stay in the Gulf Stream until it made it's turn? I recall NHC saying something about it crossing the "North Wall" of the Gulf Stream, about a day ago, and not expecting much more intensification due to that.

(I could probably overlay some maps, but it's easier to just ask!)

I'm probably wrong, but I don't ever remember one heading this far North, and then abruptly turning and accelerating westward. Watching the GOES satellite loops and seeing Sandy make that turn and "take off" to the West was what really made me start thinking "uh-oh!"

[rainee]

Might be bit off topic but what are the overnight temps out there & what’s the power/heating situation? I’m thinking wind chill could be factor...

[metmom]

I don’t ever recall seeing anything like the westward turn this storm took.