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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:22:13 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Glasspack you say? I need to look into that. My generator is crazy loud, 22 HP twin cylinder gas engine on a 10K Generac unit. It does everything I need but damn it's loud. I used the muffler off a stock Harley that I got for free (the muffler not a Harley). I had a bung welded on the exhaust outlet of the generator add a little flex-pipe and it worked great. I would say it reduced the noise by half. With an air cooled engine there is still a ton of mechanical noise that is impossible to muffle without an enclosure. Stop by a motorcycle shop and they most likely have a bunch of stock mufflers they'd give or sell to you for nothing(bring a couple 6 packs of cold beer on a friday afternoon  ).
Mine went from really loud to not terrible which is a major improvement. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:26:16 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Interesting, thanks. 
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:29:06 PM EST
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The Greenville Harbor Freight Generator aisle.
ETA they had 2 900/750 Tailgators left. (They wouldn't sell the display 2000 to a customer)  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:32:57 PM EST
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Well, the center of the cone is now scheduled to pass just to the south of Tryon, North Carolina where they are having the World Equestrian Games this week and next. They were expecting 500,000 visitors. Parking in fields, etc. Facilities largely incomplete with grooms from around the world staying in tents. I expect it will look like Woodstock by Monday. https://tryon2018.com/ https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/weg-2018-tryon-grooms-tents-664162 |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:54:08 PM EST
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I salute your determinism, and wish you the best of luck! Report as conditions permit. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Thank you for the kind offer. We haven't chosen to stay because we have no options. I'm a firm believer in personal responsibility. After reviewing the information we have available, my wife and I have chosen to stay. We're pretty well prepared, and this isn't my first rodeo. I've looked at the maps regarding storm surge, and don't think I'll get any "surge" where we are. If it floods, it floods, but I'll be here to mitigate any further damage. I'll also be here to look after my neighbors place, and assist neighbors with the clean up effort. If I leave, we may not be able to return for a while. Kinston is between here and where we'd evacuate to. Kinston floods if it rains anywhere in NC. I'm not going to evacuate because the government says I should. They also said I should eat a lot of pasta and grains. Fuck them, I know what's best for me and mine. We'll be fine. Or not. But either way, it will have been our decision and we will deal with the consequences. I'll be watching this thread, and update with what's going on in New Bern. Right now, it's typical hot and humid day. Of course, that's subject to change..... |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:56:27 PM EST
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The Greenville Harbor Freight Generator aisle. ETA they had 2 900/750 Tailgators left. (They wouldn't sell the display 2000 to a customer) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/38726/20180912_121250-669259.JPG |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:57:40 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 20 years in florida, so yea ive got a lil experience four, one after another. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 12:59:56 PM EST
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Wife was at the Woodruff Rd HD today and they sold over 70 generators. We bought a squeegee to handle any water in the garage. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:10:23 PM EST
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Good luck and be safe to those in the storm's path
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:10:31 PM EST
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Just curious...how long have you lived there in New Bern and how many Cat 4 hurricanes have you experienced there? Have you looked at the storm surge forecast for New Bern? Bear in mind that since last year storm surge is forecast 'above ground level' and no longer 'above high tide'. Appears you'll be dealing with a 15' surge above ground level, and before the wave action on top of the surge. Good luck to you, Sir, I hope nobody dies trying to save you...and may God have mercy on your soul. https://slosh.nws.noaa.gov/psurge2.0/data/2018091212/mapsAGL/2018091212_e10_y27_c17.png I don't know how many Cat 4's I've been through, probably none. But I went through Bertha and Fran in 1996, which were pretty much direct hits to Jacksonville, NC. I've seen what they can do. I considered evacuating, but I made the decision to stick around. I've encouraged many others to leave, but I'm staying. This isn't a dick-measuring contest, I'm no badass, and I'm not trying to make like one. I'm comfortable with my decision to stay. As far as someone dying to save me - not happening. I won't call if it's that dangerous. I wouldn't put someone else at risk. 28 years active duty leaves me with a real sense of concern for first responders, like we're on the same team. Again, I'm not in an area where storm surge will be that much of a concern. Flooding- maybe, but it will be a slow rise. I'll wait it out. I'm a little NW of "River Bend" on the below map. 
I don't expect to come out unscathed, and I'll deal with whatever comes up. But, at this point in time, we're staying. Thanks to everyone for their concern. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:10:54 PM EST
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After this is over you could probably pick up generators cheap from Lowes after
they get turned back in. The Honda MC shop in Greenville, NC sells them too. A guy in the store said he was asked what the return policy is. He told them there wasn't any. You buy it its your's. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:12:38 PM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:15:09 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have about 10 more generators in Raleigh. Making deals for them ARFCOMers to get you what you need if so. 4500 watt units. ***not trying to make anything, just trying to get supplies to those who need them*** |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:15:58 PM EST
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2pm guidance is out. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433230/HURRICANE_FLORENCE__5_-669311.JPG This is just another theory, you still need to evacuate and stay with friends inland. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:17:00 PM EST
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2pm guidance is out. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433230/HURRICANE_FLORENCE__5_-669311.JPG Like a homeless drunk in high heels....wandering around. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:20:36 PM EST
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Hurricanz Flo be like Sike!
lol good luck fellas |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:20:46 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Glasspack you say? I need to look into that. My generator is crazy loud, 22 HP twin cylinder gas engine on a 10K Generac unit. It does everything I need but damn it's loud. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:21:15 PM EST
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Latest Euro model....
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:21:15 PM EST
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Edit - double post
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:26:59 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've lived here in New Bern since 2005, when I moved here from Jacksonville, NC. Off and on, I've been in Eastern NC off and on since 1991, and been through pretty much all the storms except anything 1998-2001 when I was on recruiting duty. I don't know how many Cat 4's I've been through, probably none. But I went through Bertha and Fran in 1996, which were pretty much direct hits to Jacksonville, NC. I've seen what they can do. I considered evacuating, but I made the decision to stick around. I've encouraged many others to leave, but I'm staying. This isn't a dick-measuring contest, I'm no badass, and I'm not trying to make like one. I'm comfortable with my decision to stay. As far as someone dying to save me - not happening. I won't call if it's that dangerous. I wouldn't put someone else at risk. 28 years active duty leaves me with a real sense of concern for first responders, like we're on the same team. Again, I'm not in an area where storm surge will be that much of a concern. Flooding- maybe, but it will be a slow rise. I'll wait it out. I'm a little NW of "River Bend" on the below map. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/148519/Screen_Shot_2018-09-12_at_1_57_37_PM-669288.png I don't expect to come out unscathed, and I'll deal with whatever comes up. But, at this point in time, we're staying. Thanks to everyone for their concern. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:28:47 PM EST
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As a guy who used to work on small engines in a mower shop I can guarantee that most of the noise from a generator isn't from the exhaust. Its from the engine itself and the alternator. Just get the best muffler you can and lean some plywood on the sides of the generator. Looks redneck but it works. Leave some room for air circulation. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Glasspack you say? I need to look into that. My generator is crazy loud, 22 HP twin cylinder gas engine on a 10K Generac unit. It does everything I need but damn it's loud. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:31:53 PM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:33:25 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOne of my issues is where I park the generator when it is in use. I have transfer switches on the panels and a hard wired outlet outside my basement door. The cable isn't very long so the unit sits just outside the walk out basement door. There is an "L" shaped brick retaining wall and the wall of the house surrounding it so the sound reverberates off all that brick. It happens to be below my bedroom too so the generator doesn't run at night usually. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:34:05 PM EST
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New Bern waterfront and Rodanthe pier on OBX.
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:34:22 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
As a guy who used to work on small engines in a mower shop I can guarantee that most of the noise from a generator isn't from the exhaust. Its from the engine itself and the alternator. Just get the best muffler you can and lean some plywood on the sides of the generator. Looks redneck but it works. Leave some room for air circulation. https://youtu.be/X7yJaKabShI  2008 CompCams Tour Dyno Valvetrain Only Run 500 to 6500 rpm |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:35:44 PM EST
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I've lived here in New Bern since 2005, when I moved here from Jacksonville, NC. Off and on, I've been in Eastern NC off and on since 1991, and been through pretty much all the storms except anything 1998-2001 when I was on recruiting duty. I don't know how many Cat 4's I've been through, probably none. But I went through Bertha and Fran in 1996, which were pretty much direct hits to Jacksonville, NC. I've seen what they can do. I considered evacuating, but I made the decision to stick around. I've encouraged many others to leave, but I'm staying. This isn't a dick-measuring contest, I'm no badass, and I'm not trying to make like one. I'm comfortable with my decision to stay. As far as someone dying to save me - not happening. I won't call if it's that dangerous. I wouldn't put someone else at risk. 28 years active duty leaves me with a real sense of concern for first responders, like we're on the same team. Again, I'm not in an area where storm surge will be that much of a concern. Flooding- maybe, but it will be a slow rise. I'll wait it out. I'm a little NW of "River Bend" on the below map. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/148519/Screen_Shot_2018-09-12_at_1_57_37_PM-669288.png I don't expect to come out unscathed, and I'll deal with whatever comes up. But, at this point in time, we're staying. Thanks to everyone for their concern. I really hate for people to hazzard themselves and their families trying to be a 'billy badass' in trying to ride out a killer storm without realizing the danger. It appears you are outside of New Bern and on higher ground. It also appears you realize what you're getting into, so I'll offer you my apology for the snippy post and wish you the best of luck. Stay safe, brother. If you need anything, we're here. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:38:21 PM EST
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Looks like it has downgraded to CAT3. Betting CAT2 at Landfall.
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:39:08 PM EST
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New Bern waterfront and Rodanthe pier on OBX. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dm6Q5RpXoAENzzb.jpg https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dm6Q5WsXgAA88np.jpg
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:40:13 PM EST
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Just got an update from the hospital in Savannah per cema. We are at low risk for surge and flooding as of now.
The state of emergency was declared as a procedural move to make sure areas get resources they need. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:40:49 PM EST
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Here is a list of cameras that I started compiling. Some of the links have dozens of cameras from various places along the coast. https://www.earthcam.com/usa/southcarolina/myrtlebeach/?cam=myrtlebeach_hd https://www.myrtlebeach.com/webcams/ https://www.seacrestmyrtlebeachresort.com/webcam/ https://www.visitmyrtlebeach.com/web-cam/ https://www.socoastal.com/best-live-myrtle-beach-webcams/ http://www.bar-harbor.com/web-cam.html https://www.beachcamsusa.com/cities/myrtle-beach http://www.webcamsinmyrtlebeach.com/ |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:41:21 PM EST
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Looks like it has downgraded to CAT3. Betting CAT2 at Landfall. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:42:47 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That orange house will be a pile of driftwood about 4 hours in |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:44:40 PM EST
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Honestly I dont think the wind will be the story here. That surge,waves, and rainfall is going to be epic |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:44:54 PM EST
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I guess so. You were there for the "Season of Rage" when there were four, one after another. and never got a direct hit. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:45:57 PM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:46:07 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Honestly I dont think the wind will be the story here. That surge,waves, and rainfall is going to be epic The wind is not the biggest concern, actually the least concern of most people. It's the 3+ FEET of rainfall over two or three days, 80ft waves that have been reported, and a greater than 1ft storm surge that is of most concern to the coast. The wind was my primary concern with so many trees around my house, so I'm resting a little easier with the downgraded speed and modified course. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:49:50 PM EST
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I hope you understood the impetus behind my post. It was aimed at a person with no hurricane experience and who actually lives in bustling downtown New Bern...which is gonna get fucked up. I really hate for people to hazzard themselves and their families trying to be a 'billy badass' in trying to ride out a killer storm without realizing the danger. It appears you are outside of New Bern and on higher ground. It also appears you realize what you're getting into, so I'll offer you my apology for the snippy post and wish you the best of luck. Stay safe, brother. If you need anything, we're here. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've lived here in New Bern since 2005, when I moved here from Jacksonville, NC. Off and on, I've been in Eastern NC off and on since 1991, and been through pretty much all the storms except anything 1998-2001 when I was on recruiting duty. I don't know how many Cat 4's I've been through, probably none. But I went through Bertha and Fran in 1996, which were pretty much direct hits to Jacksonville, NC. I've seen what they can do. I considered evacuating, but I made the decision to stick around. I've encouraged many others to leave, but I'm staying. This isn't a dick-measuring contest, I'm no badass, and I'm not trying to make like one. I'm comfortable with my decision to stay. As far as someone dying to save me - not happening. I won't call if it's that dangerous. I wouldn't put someone else at risk. 28 years active duty leaves me with a real sense of concern for first responders, like we're on the same team. Again, I'm not in an area where storm surge will be that much of a concern. Flooding- maybe, but it will be a slow rise. I'll wait it out. I'm a little NW of "River Bend" on the below map. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/148519/Screen_Shot_2018-09-12_at_1_57_37_PM-669288.png I don't expect to come out unscathed, and I'll deal with whatever comes up. But, at this point in time, we're staying. Thanks to everyone for their concern. I really hate for people to hazzard themselves and their families trying to be a 'billy badass' in trying to ride out a killer storm without realizing the danger. It appears you are outside of New Bern and on higher ground. It also appears you realize what you're getting into, so I'll offer you my apology for the snippy post and wish you the best of luck. Stay safe, brother. If you need anything, we're here. If I lived in Downtown New Bern, I'd not hesitate to bounce out of here, but my neighborhood "should" be okay.I've ran some errands around town, and to be honest, there are a lot more folks out and about than I expected. Several of my immediate neighbors are staying. Hell one family evacuated to Winston-Salem last night only to return today about 1p.m.  They were concerned they would be able to get back for a week or ten days, which is entirely possible.You're right in that there are many people that are unprepared and will rely on someone to save them, whether actually being rescued or needing provided drinking water and food. I'm not one of those people. Again, I'm not thumping my chest or anything, I just think (not feel, but actually think), we'll be okay here. If not, I picked up a few pool noodles for emergency flotation:  If I lived on the water, I'd have unassed the area yesterday. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:49:52 PM EST
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More from latest Euro model....
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:50:36 PM EST
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Thanks for the links! (You should repost this every couple of pages.) Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Here is a list of cameras that I started compiling. Some of the links have dozens of cameras from various places along the coast. https://www.earthcam.com/usa/southcarolina/myrtlebeach/?cam=myrtlebeach_hd https://www.myrtlebeach.com/webcams/ https://www.seacrestmyrtlebeachresort.com/webcam/ https://www.visitmyrtlebeach.com/web-cam/ https://www.socoastal.com/best-live-myrtle-beach-webcams/ http://www.bar-harbor.com/web-cam.html https://www.beachcamsusa.com/cities/myrtle-beach http://www.webcamsinmyrtlebeach.com/ This link is for Bald Head Island. If the storm surge and path are correct there will be nothing left of it after Florence passes through. https://www.baldheadisland.com/island/ferry-cam |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 1:52:46 PM EST
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Looks like it has downgraded to CAT3. Betting CAT2 at Landfall. ...LIFE-THREATENING STORM SURGE AND RAINFALL EXPECTED ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE CAROLINAS... The hurricane force winds now extend 70 miles around the eye (it was 40 miles) and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 175 miles. It still has 125 mph sustained winds. If the eye passes over Myrtle Beach like the forecast shows, that may mean 125 mph sustained winds from Wilmington to damn near Charleston. Tropical storm force winds (up to 74 mph sustained) would extend from Pamlico Sound to Savannah. They're also forecasting up to 40" of rainfall near landfall. Dayum.... |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:04:48 PM EST
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...FLORENCE'S PEAK WINDS HAVE DECREASED SLIGHTLY BUT THE SIZE OF THE WIND FIELD HAS INCREASED... ...LIFE-THREATENING STORM SURGE AND RAINFALL EXPECTED ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE CAROLINAS... The hurricane force winds now extend 70 miles around the eye (it was 40 miles) and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 175 miles. It still has 125 mph sustained winds. If the eye passes over Myrtle Beach like the forecast shows, that may mean 125 mph sustained winds from Wilmington to damn near Charleston. Tropical storm force winds would extend from Pamlico Sound to Savannah. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Looks like it has downgraded to CAT3. Betting CAT2 at Landfall. ...LIFE-THREATENING STORM SURGE AND RAINFALL EXPECTED ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE CAROLINAS... The hurricane force winds now extend 70 miles around the eye (it was 40 miles) and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 175 miles. It still has 125 mph sustained winds. If the eye passes over Myrtle Beach like the forecast shows, that may mean 125 mph sustained winds from Wilmington to damn near Charleston. Tropical storm force winds would extend from Pamlico Sound to Savannah. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:09:11 PM EST
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I will. I need to get more links for other areas. This link is for Bald Head Island. If the storm surge and path are correct there will be nothing left of it after Florence passes through. https://www.baldheadisland.com/island/ferry-cam https://www.fishheadsobx.com/pier-cam.html |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:10:57 PM EST
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125 mph sustained winds are only 5mph away from CAT 4. So saying it is now Cat 3, while technically correct, is 1) still a MAJOR hurricane, 2) still inches close to Cat 4, and 3) easy to get people complacent, thinking it will stay a 3. It can strengthen whenever it wants to before landfall, and it still has time to do so. 
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:11:02 PM EST
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The end of my street a little bit ago.
I post a pic tomorrow. It won't look like this. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:12:20 PM EST
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The end of my street a little bit ago. http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n619/Ordo6502/IMG_20180912_083519897_zpsqnzxrfes.jpg I post a pic tomorrow. It won't look like this. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:19:39 PM EST
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The end of my street a little bit ago. http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n619/Ordo6502/IMG_20180912_083519897_zpsqnzxrfes.jpg I post a pic tomorrow. It won't look like this. 
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:22:00 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Shifted north now... WTH... Like a homeless drunk in high heels....wandering around. |
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:31:23 PM EST
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Just think of what it was like without any warning system. A day or two prior, there's a slightly stronger than normal breeze, and maybe a little higher water level. Word doesn't get around since there are no phones or other instantaneous communication, then BAM - 48 hours later all hell breaks loose 
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Posted: 9/12/2018 2:31:46 PM EST
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regarding florence weakening....
if you look at a florence loop, you can see the eye collapsing - florence is undergoing an eye wall replacement cycle, so she will be stronger again, afterwards |
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