Tim Mazetti Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) I am in Sarasota, 45 miles south of Tampa. I will ride it out and expect to be without electricity for a week or more in this inhospitable summer climate. Though October through May is grand. Have containers of DW stored, will fill two bath tubs and have buckets to collect rainwater. Gotta flush, even though it will prolly be running down the street because the lift stations won't be working. Freeze dried foods and canned. Dog food, meds and medical supplies. Can grill, but only during the first thirty six hours. After thirty six hours the unprepared will be smelling food, maybe wanting mine instead of going to a FEMA Camp to get their MREs. Can cook when the sun reappears with my SunOven...takes a while. Don't like a generator, as it attracts attention I will never go to a FEMA Camp. I will miss the season opener.....and possibly more. Edited September 9, 2017 by Tim Mazetti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ovie_Lover Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Good luck bromigo. Everyone from Florida post when y'all can and let us know you're safe!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwifalcon Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 All you poor soles in the path of that beast baton down the hatches and be safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mazetti Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 7 minutes ago, kiwifalcon said: All you poor soles in the path of that beast baton down the hatches and be safe. Thanks Kiwi. Will do. Not a hill for a stepper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenk Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Good luck and be safe. I am not in Florida but I know what kind of stress you going through. I live on Hilton head Island. It looks like the people in Atlanta area may look out for possible heavy rains and winds coming.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mazetti Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 7 minutes ago, kenk said: Good luck and be safe. I am not in Florida but I know what kind of stress you going through. I live on Hilton head Island. It looks like the people in Atlanta area may look out for possible heavy rains and winds coming.. Thanks. Hilton Head has had their share of this misery.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenk Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 8 minutes ago, Tim Mazetti said: Thanks. Hilton Head has had their share of this misery.. We just got our ars kicked by Hurricane Matthew last year. It took FEMA a half a year to remove all the down trees. We use to have a marina called Palmetto Bay Marina. All the boats and the Marina was damaged. I don't think you can call it a marina anymore.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mazetti Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 7 minutes ago, kenk said: We just got our ars kicked by Hurricane Matthew last year. It took FEMA a half a year to remove all the down trees. We use to have a marina called Palmetto Bay Marina. All the boats and the Marina was damaged. I don't think you can call it a marina anymore.. I that the tourist attraction with the walk up the stairs to the top of the lighthouse?......Not that I did it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconMama Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 You could've came to my house in Atlanta. Good luck man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenk Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 6 minutes ago, Tim Mazetti said: I that the tourist attraction with the walk up the stairs to the top of the lighthouse?......Not that I did it. No that is called Harbour Town Marina. Palmetto bay Marina below https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=palmetto+bay+marina+hurricane+damage&qpvt=palmetto+bay+marina+hurricane+damage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mazetti Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 3 minutes ago, FalconMama said: You could've came to my house. Never got the invite, Mama. Is it too late? Can I bring my Yorkie? I have dog food. Wait....Where IS your house? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mazetti Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 1 minute ago, kenk said: No that is called Harbour Town Marina. Palmetto bay Marina below https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=palmetto+bay+marina+hurricane+damage&qpvt=palmetto+bay+marina+hurricane+damage WOW!!! Amazing, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Smiler11 Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Stay safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedBlack&Red Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 In Ocala, will ride it out. No worries to be honest. Whatever His will is shall be done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiler11 Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 5 minutes ago, BleedBlack&Red said: In Ocala, will ride it out. No worries to be honest. Whatever His will is shall be done. I'm not sure he has anything to do with it, and if he does then he's a heartless SOB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xfactor Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Sounds like you're prepared Tim hang in there be smart and be safe Brotherhood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etherdome Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 I have never run from a hurricane in my life. This one is different. I was supposed to work Saturday, but a friend took my shift. He lives in a flimsy apartment in a flood zone, so he wanted to spend the storm in a hospital. My house is in an evacuation zone. My son and I got the place as ready as we could (no sandbags), but all sensitive possessions off the floor. We left and headed north. We spent last night in Snellville (with my mom). The advisory this am shows the storm moving West. It makes me feel foolish for leaving but here we are. After the noon advisory, we will decide whether to head East and work our way back home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbigdog35 Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 8 hours ago, Tim Mazetti said: I am in Sarasota, 45 miles south of Tampa. I will ride it out and expect to be without electricity for a week or more in this inhospitable summer climate. Though October through May is grand. Have containers of DW stored, will fill two bath tubs and have buckets to collect rainwater. Gotta flush, even though it will prolly be running down the street because the lift stations won't be working. Freeze dried foods and canned. Dog food, meds and medical supplies. Can grill, but only during the first thirty six hours. After thirty six hours the unprepared will be smelling food, maybe wanting mine instead of going to a FEMA Camp to get their MREs. Can cook when the sun reappears with my SunOven...takes a while. Don't like a generator, as it attracts attention I will never go to a FEMA Camp. I will miss the season opener.....and possibly more. Brother sounds like you are ready and my prayers are with you. Being in the field has definitely provided us with this kind of resourcefulness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedBlack&Red Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 26 minutes ago, Smiler11 said: I'm not sure he has anything to do with it, and if he does then he's a heartless SOB Different views. I do however wish you wouldn't insult my belief like that. What gain do you get from it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappywhite Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Sounds like you have a plan and have some good ideas, be safe brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart2Ryan+beyond Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Tim and everyone else in the path of Irma - I truly wish all of you make it through this storm in the best way possible!!! My thoughts are with you in the next few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel_Bird Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Y'all be safe over there on the gulf. I'm in saint Augustine and it doesn't look like we will get that much damage any more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tandy Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 12 hours ago, Tim Mazetti said: I am in Sarasota, 45 miles south of Tampa. I will ride it out and expect to be without electricity for a week or more in this inhospitable summer climate. Though October through May is grand. Have containers of DW stored, will fill two bath tubs and have buckets to collect rainwater. Gotta flush, even though it will prolly be running down the street because the lift stations won't be working. Freeze dried foods and canned. Dog food, meds and medical supplies. Can grill, but only during the first thirty six hours. After thirty six hours the unprepared will be smelling food, maybe wanting mine instead of going to a FEMA Camp to get their MREs. Can cook when the sun reappears with my SunOven...takes a while. Don't like a generator, as it attracts attention I will never go to a FEMA Camp. I will miss the season opener.....and possibly more. Take a cup and fill it with water - put it in the freezer and freeze it. Put a quarter on top of the ice - and put it back in the freezer. When the quarter makes it to the bottom of the cup - don't eat the food anymore from the fridge/freezer. We have decided to head up to Tennessee for a couple of days - leaving tomorrow night - coming back Tuesday afternoon. We are locking the house down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
putnam6 Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 4 hours ago, BleedBlack&Red said: In Ocala, will ride it out. No worries to be honest. Whatever His will is shall be done. Yea but what if when the SHTF and he just isn't paying attention cause he is watching Notre Dame/Georgia game. Seriously though got a lot of friends and people I work with in Florida, Hope it fizzles or just slides west and fizzles out, thats doubtful so watch your butts, especially the storm surge if you are in those areas, like Tampa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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