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11-03-2007, 07:43 AM
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It's a crazy life!
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Tropical Storm Noel
Okay, everyone ready, hatches battened down, food and water on hand, and flashlights in every room? Here it comes!!! I think this time they may be right, we could be looking at a real storm.
We spent the evening last night getting the rabbit hutches in the barn addition more covered than they currently were, getting the goat's barn entrances better covered so not as much wind and rain comes in, securing the goats on the hill (a grassy knoll in the backyard) so that their shelter is comfy and warm, and picking up the yard. I have more picking up to do, and some wood to possibly drop off at Forest's place to prevent it blowing around here. I need to run to the bank, then run to the grocery store for sour cream. Homemade mac and cheese for tonight, easily heated on the grill if need be. Sure do wish we had that woodstove already! (haven't been without one in 8 years) Oil lamps and flashlights are raring to go, and the heat is on so that when we lose power (notice the when, not if) we'll at least be halfway warm. Going to get a couple magazines as well, so we can curl up in bed with the puppies and read tonight. Yep, it's gonna be a two-dog night. Looking forward to it, bring it on Noel!
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11-03-2007, 09:21 AM
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See ya'll in the Spring
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: WV and Eastport Maine
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I must admit I'm a little nervous about this storm today and tonight. Looks like it's gonna smack right into Eastport. I talked with my neighbor last evening and he'll keep an eye out and check the house after it's over. Last time we had a storm like this one, part of a tree fell on my garage. Not being there in person is what is making me nervous, I think.
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11-03-2007, 09:22 AM
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I haven't kept up with that storm at all, since it's not headed here. When is it supposed to hit?
Everyone be safe!
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11-03-2007, 10:03 AM
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First warning from Weather Bug:
HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 AM EST SUNDAY
UNTIL 6:15PM EDT
Urgent - Weather Message National Weather Service Caribou ME 1015 AM EDT Sat Nov 3 2007
... Very Strong Winds Associated With Intense Low Pressure Will Impact Downeast Maine This Afternoon Through Tonight...
.The Remnants Of Hurricane Noel... In The Form Of An Intense Extra- Tropical Low Pressure System Lifting Along The East Coast... Will Bring Very Strong North To Northeast Winds And Heavy Rainfall To The Region. Widespread Power Outages Will Be The Result Of A High Impact From The Combined Affects Heavy Rainfall And Strong Winds.
Central Penobscot-Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock- Central Washington-Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington- Southern Piscataquis-Northern Washington- Including The Cities Of... Lincoln... Howland... Springfield... Bangor... Brewer... Orono... Old Town... Amherst... Aurora... Dedham... Eastbrook... Great Pond... Orland... Deblois... Grand Lake Stream... Meddybemps... Pembroke... Perry... Princeton... Ellsworth... Bar Harbor... Blue Hill... Eastport... Machias... Cherryfield... Dover-Foxcroft... Milo... Guilford... Danforth... Vanceboro... Topsfield 1015 AM EDT Sat Nov 3 2007
... High Wind Warning Remains In Effect From 2 PM EDT This Afternoon To 5 AM Est Sunday...
A High Wind Warning Remains In Effect From 2 PM EDT This Afternoon To 5 AM Est Sunday.
North To Northeast Winds Will Increase To 30 To 40 Mph With Gusts Up To 70 Mph Later This Afternoon And Tonight. Widespread Power Outages Will Result From The Combined High Impact Of Strong Winds And Heavy Rainfall.
And the second:
FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Event Start: 6:00PM EDT, Saturday Nov 3, 2007
Event End: 2:00PM EST, Sunday Nov 4, 2007
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THE REMNANTS OF HURRICANE NOEL MAY CAUSE FLASH FLOODING OVER DOWNEAST MAINE THIS AFTERNOON
UNTIL 7:00PM EDT
Flood Watch National Weather Service Caribou ME 1006 AM EDT Sat Nov 3 2007
... The Remnants Of Hurricane Noel May Cause Flash Flooding Over Downeast Maine This Afternoon Through Sunday Morning...
.Moderate To Very Heavy Rain Is Expected... Especially Through This Evening. These Heavy Rains May Cause Flash Flooding Through Sunday Morning.
Central Penobscot-Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock- Central Washington-Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington- Southern Piscataquis-Northern Washington- Including The Cities Of... Lincoln... Howland... Springfield... Bangor... Brewer... Orono... Old Town... Amherst... Aurora... Dedham... Eastbrook... Great Pond... Orland... Deblois... Grand Lake Stream... Meddybemps... Pembroke... Perry... Princeton... Ellsworth... Bar Harbor... Blue Hill... Eastport... Machias... Cherryfield... Dover-Foxcroft... Milo... Guilford... Danforth... Vanceboro... Topsfield 1006 AM EDT Sat Nov 3 2007
... Flash Flood Watch Remains In Effect From 6 PM EDT This Evening Through Sunday Afternoon...
The Flash Flood Watch Continues For
* Portions Of East Central Maine... North Central Maine And Southeast Maine... Including The Following Areas... In East Central Maine... Central Penobscot And Southern Penobscot. In North Central Maine... Southern Piscataquis. In Southeast Maine... Central Washington... Coastal Hancock... Coastal Washington... Interior Hancock And Northern Washington.
* From 6 PM EDT This Evening Through Sunday Afternoon
* Remnants Of Hurricane Noel... Approaching The Gulf Of Maine Today Will ... Spread Heavy Rain Over The Region. There Is The Potential For Some Areas Receiving Bursts Of Very Heavy Rain... At Rates Close To One To Two Inches Per Hour... Or Total Precipitation Up To Three Inches In A Very Short Period... During The Evening. The Very Heavy Rain May Cause Flash Flooding Of Small Brooks And Streams... Or Flash Flooding Of Poor Drainage Areas.
A Flash Flood Watch Means That Conditions May Develop That Lead To Flash Flooding. Flash Flooding Is A Very Dangerous Situation.
You Should Monitor Later Forecasts And Be Prepared To Take Action Should Flash Flood Warnings Be Issued.
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11-03-2007, 10:10 AM
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The wind started to pick up about 30 minutes ago. I filled the poultry feeders yesterday, closed up the ends of the hoop house with poly, brought in enough firewood, made suer I have enough candles, etc. This morning I picked Swiss chard and spinach so that I don't have to go out at supper time if we decide we want something other than soup. I'll start bread in a few minutes and make soup later. The last thing to do is fill a couple of pails with water to flush the toilet in case the power goes out, and top off the meat chicken and duck water before the rain starts. I'm going to snuggle in soon with the lap top and write until the power goes out.
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11-03-2007, 11:34 AM
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It's a crazy life!
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Quote:
Originally Posted by corgis
I must admit I'm a little nervous about this storm today and tonight. Looks like it's gonna smack right into Eastport. I talked with my neighbor last evening and he'll keep an eye out and check the house after it's over. Last time we had a storm like this one, part of a tree fell on my garage. Not being there in person is what is making me nervous, I think.
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I can totally understand that, it would certainly scare me to not be home and see what's happening. Then again, I must admit I'm a little nervous about it and I WILL be here for it. Just those high winds are frightening. Trying to make the best of it, and get through it. Just hoping and praying hubby gets home in time. He had to go out and work today, saw him at 10am and they had at least 3 hours more before they could think about calling it a day. Gotta love that last-bit-of-the-season landscaping work. Ugh.
I think I've mostly got everything done. Still need to clean the dishes, and my bedroom. Vaccum and steam the carpet in my bedroom as well. Did get 5 5-gallon buckets filled with water however. Oh yes, and betting bring in some water from the barn for drinking. (we keep bottled water there).
Be safe Corgi, and I'll be praying that all goes well for your home and your neighbors as well. 
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11-03-2007, 11:44 AM
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"status" from Dale Carnegie
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: a step from New Brunswick...
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I thought I had plenty of size D batteries, but I've got to run out and pick up some more....each of the kids like to have their own flashlights....I ran out to get a turnip this morning for beef stew and the grocery store was packed! I think I'll pick up some sour cream and make a coffee cake too, that will be good to have on hand I'm not expecting to have my internet server either, so even with the battery charged on the laptop I won't be able to hop on here
We just had someone run over to the house in Eastport for us--we usually don't worry about the cellar door, but if the wind hits it just right it opens.....hopefully everything will be ok down there!
All of you take care, and be careful! |
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11-03-2007, 12:00 PM
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Yes, PLEASE don't you guys blow away before I get there!!  |
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11-03-2007, 12:02 PM
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And Molly, this is NOT the day to go out geocaching!  |
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11-03-2007, 12:15 PM
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Botda Farm :D
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Maine
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I sure do hope everyone stays safe and warm. I don't know just how bad it's going to get but, we're are in pretty good shape with things I believe. We're right near the center of town so if we do lose power we should get it back fairly soon. Take care, you're in my thoughts, each and everyone of you |
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