It's not like Joplin -- at least not so far and I hope it stays that way. But we have had some nasty weather in Indiana and there's a a big line of storms that has just crossed the border with Illinois, very angry-red.
The Weather Channel shows a triple threat for my zip code right now: Tornado Watch, Flash Flood Watch and -- OMG! -- Very High Pollen Level. Hmmm. At least they list it last.
The last batch of storms just missed Roseholme Cottage. Radar shows another line of storms from Joliet, Ill. to about the middle of Louisiana, with the fattest, meanest-looking part running from Joliet to Evansville. We're not gonna dodge this one unless it gives up and lies down to sleep and that seems unlikely.
So I guess I better put my preparedness luggage where my big, advice-givin' mouth has been and stand ready to bravely flee to the basement if circumstances warrant.
Update: Broad Ripple didn't get the worst of it yet again, just a nice, strong, loud storm, heavy rain and a rattle of hail, after which it hammered and slammed away to the next crossroads. Other parts of the state, not so lucky; there are (as a single example from likely many) videos and stills of a genuine tornado out of Bedford, if the damage it left behind wasn't signature enough.
I wish the best for you.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck!
ReplyDeleteStay safe!
ReplyDeleteKeep your powder dry and check your six!
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I just looked at your local radar. Wow!
ReplyDeleteYou should be in the clear now. Hope you and Tam come through ok without any damage.
Looks as if we did -- and they are promising a bit of a respite from the storms, if not the rain.
ReplyDeleteAnd in addition to the bug out/bug in bag, you also prepared by trimming back excess tree in your vicinity.
ReplyDeleteThat was good preparation too.
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