[janetjanet998]

also Andrew was not only small but came in from the due east..so the area of the coast that got the eyewall was very small only 15-20 miles I think...the track of Irma coming from the due south means the whole east coast will get it

[LuvFreeRepublic]

Yes and I am on the east coast, about half way up. Scary.

[caww]

The oceans near the Bahamas and South Florida are extremely warm, allowing Irma to possibly strengthen further.

[numberonepal]

Pinellas County Barrier Island Dwellers take note.

Beginning at 1000 tomorrow (9/8) you will need your emergency pass from Sheriffs’ department or a DL with beach address to get on the island. Deputies will be guarding bridges beginning at that time.

For as long as conditions permit Pinellas Sheriff has designated 100 deputies to patrol the barrier islands.