Helene is on her way. The red glow in the dawning sky warned of stormy times ahead. We are expecting 40-60 mph winds with gusts upwards of 70 mph by midday tomorrow. Six to eight inches of rain area also possible. Today is preparation day to remove potential wind-blown missiles, protect plants and lawn ornaments,Continue reading “Red Morning Warning”
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Tis the Season
Summer is here in Florida, and that means two things, heat and storms. Even though there are no hurricanes nearby, the afternoons always bring threats of thunderstorms with high winds and drenching rains. But that is not all bad; they also cool the air significantly. Yesterday the temperatures went from the low 90’s to theContinue reading “Tis the Season”
Promise or Harbinger?
Rain, winds, thunder, and lightning shook the region in recent days and left this parting sign in the evening sky. Is it an assurance that that the tempest is over, or a warning of turbulent times to come? #sunset #storm #rain #harbinger #thunder #lightning
No Refuge in a Storm
Storms recently fractured the upper portion of the tree on the right and cast its top carelessly aside next to the playground. Woe be to whatever might have been sheltering underneath. #tree #broken #storm
Harm’s Way
It’s coming. Clouds from the leading edge of hurricane Ian advanced overhead as the sun set the sky sparking in wonder as well as concern. How close it will come to us is still not known, but current forecasts predict winds 40-50 mph in our area and 8-12 inches of rain. If it veers toContinue reading “Harm’s Way”
Stormy Sunset
Yesterday storm clouds burst across the sky bring high winds and an inch of rain. Two of the flamingos in the pool area blew over, but at least they didn’t fly away. It appeared dark most of the day, but at sunset, rays of light penetrated the maelstrom with a glorious farewell. Moments later theContinue reading “Stormy Sunset”
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