Hurricane Milton to double in size as ‘storm of the century’ threatens Florida
“Tampa has long been regarded as the most vulnerable metropolitan area in the United States to storm surge flooding,” says Dr. Steven Godby, an expert in natural hazards in Nottingham Trent University’s. School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences. “Much of it is low-lying and the relatively shallow water offshore makes it vulnerable.”
The last major hurricane to affect the Tampa Bay region made landfall in October 1921, bringing a similar storm surge. Godby says it’s worth noting that the population at that time was around 160,000 and has now swelled to over 3m.
“Authorities having been stressing that people living along this coast have no living memory of this kind of storm, need to evacuate if instructed to do so,” he adds. ——Alan
Our former next door neighbor tried to convince us that we should move to Florida, like he and his wife had done. I don't know where they moved to, but have the impression it was somewhere near the coast---- a subdivision with small boat access. -----Alan
Kamala Harris on The Late Show [Click] I haven’t watched such an interview with her before; I enjoyed it. ——Alan P.S.: We received a couple of campaign flyers in the mail today; TOO LATE, FOLKS!
"Tampa police try to persuade a local resident who is living on his boat known as Jay and nicknamed “Lieutenant Dan” to leave for his safety as Tampa prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Milton on October 9, 2024, in Tampa, Florida."
Social Security’s scheduled cost of living increase ‘won’t make a dent’ for some retirees (AP) About 70.6 million Social Security recipients are expected to receive a smaller cost of living increase for 2025 than in recent years, as inflation has moderated. The Social Security Administration makes the official COLA announcement Thursday, and analysts predicted in advance it would be 2.5% for 2025. Recipients received a 3.2% increase in their benefits in 2024, after a historically large 8.7% benefit increase in 2023, brought on by record 40-year-high inflation. -- nordy
We've only been on SS for a couple years, so whenever there's a COL raise, it still surprises us and we think "free money"! Ha! We're lucky that it's not our only income.
Guardian: More than 100 raccoons besiege house of woman who had been feeding them
The woman, who has not been named, was essentially trapped in her home near Poulsbo, Washington, and scared as the animals can be aggressive. She called the sheriff’s office, saying the raccoons were around her place day and night after their population “exploded” about six weeks ago. --nordy
YIKES!! We've had ONE and it's trouble enough. The worst thing is that their feces are dangerous.
"Raccoon feces can be dangerous because they can contain roundworm eggs that can infect humans and cause serious illness. The roundworm, Baylisascaris procyonis, lives in the raccoon's intestines and produces microscopic eggs that are passed in their feces. A single raccoon can produce millions of eggs daily. Once deposited in the environment, the eggs develop into an infectious form in 2–4 weeks and can survive in the soil for several years."
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Sounds like he's getting more paranoid.
DeleteDid he also demolish his mistress? -- nordy
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DeleteHurricane Milton live updates: tornado hits south Florida; Tampa mayor warns single-story homes will turn into coffins [Click]
ReplyDeleteHurricane Milton to double in size as ‘storm of the century’ threatens Florida
“Tampa has long been regarded as the most vulnerable metropolitan area in the United States to storm surge flooding,” says Dr. Steven Godby, an expert in natural hazards in Nottingham Trent University’s. School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences. “Much of it is low-lying and the relatively shallow water offshore makes it vulnerable.”
The last major hurricane to affect the Tampa Bay region made landfall in October 1921, bringing a similar storm surge. Godby says it’s worth noting that the population at that time was around 160,000 and has now swelled to over 3m.
“Authorities having been stressing that people living along this coast have no living memory of this kind of storm, need to evacuate if instructed to do so,” he adds.
——Alan
Our former next door neighbor tried to convince us that we should move to Florida, like he and his wife had done. I don't know where they moved to, but have the impression it was somewhere near the coast---- a subdivision with small boat access.
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Hurricane Milton lands near Siesta Key, Florida, as a Category 3 storm -- nordy
DeleteIt's a very bad situation. We'll know more come daylight.
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Like the shirt. Rosie the cat is great.
ReplyDeleteRight?! It's the first Rosie Cat I'd seen with a cat arm instead of human arm. No cognitive dissonance with this one!
DeleteThank you! -- nordy
DeleteKamala Harris on The Late Show [Click] I haven’t watched such an interview with her before; I enjoyed it.
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P.S.: We received a couple of campaign flyers in the mail today; TOO LATE, FOLKS!
History lesson [short video] The war that killed a third of Germany (the Thirty Years War) [Click] There were Japanese observers during the war, and that influenced the policy of isolation.
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"Tampa police try to persuade a local resident who is living on his boat known as Jay and nicknamed “Lieutenant Dan” to leave for his safety as Tampa prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Milton on October 9, 2024, in Tampa, Florida."
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If you go to the story, it's just the first bit of a great post about the hurricane. Scroll down to the discussion to read Real-Time info!
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Social Security’s scheduled cost of living increase ‘won’t make a dent’ for some retirees
ReplyDelete(AP) About 70.6 million Social Security recipients are expected to receive a smaller cost of living increase for 2025 than in recent years, as inflation has moderated. The Social Security Administration makes the official COLA announcement Thursday, and analysts predicted in advance it would be 2.5% for 2025. Recipients received a 3.2% increase in their benefits in 2024, after a historically large 8.7% benefit increase in 2023, brought on by record 40-year-high inflation. -- nordy
We've only been on SS for a couple years, so whenever there's a COL raise, it still surprises us and we think "free money"! Ha! We're lucky that it's not our only income.
DeleteSame here.
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Gee, it seems DT is finding out that lies and disinformation don't feel so good on the receiving end.
ReplyDeleteTrump Isn't Offering Free Lodging to Displaced Supporters During Hurricane Milton
The story said, "BREAKING: Trump offers free lodging at any of his timeshares (including Mar-a-Lago) to all displaced Trumpers as Milton approaches."
No, Trump Didn't Offer 'Trump Gas' Starting at $49.99 Per Gallon to Floridians Fleeing Hurricane
Here's the truth behind the online article headlined, "Trump Offers 'Trump Gas' to Floridians Trying to Escape Hurricane Milton."
The MSM strikes again. -- nordy
DeleteTV news: Republicans "suddenly see a conflict between the welfare of their constituents and the toxic effect of their party's propaganda," says Chris Hayes on GOP officials debunking hurricane disinformation spread by members of their own party. [Click] Absolutely mind-boggling lies.
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Guardian: More than 100 raccoons besiege house of woman who had been feeding them
ReplyDeleteThe woman, who has not been named, was essentially trapped in her home near Poulsbo, Washington, and scared as the animals can be aggressive. She called the sheriff’s office, saying the raccoons were around her place day and night after their population “exploded” about six weeks ago. --nordy
Wish I could post the picture. -- nordy
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YIKES!!
DeleteWe've had ONE and it's trouble enough. The worst thing is that their feces are dangerous.
"Raccoon feces can be dangerous because they can contain roundworm eggs that can infect humans and cause serious illness. The roundworm, Baylisascaris procyonis, lives in the raccoon's intestines and produces microscopic eggs that are passed in their feces. A single raccoon can produce millions of eggs daily. Once deposited in the environment, the eggs develop into an infectious form in 2–4 weeks and can survive in the soil for several years."
Even aside from that, they are physically dangerous, and can tear through a shingle roof.
Delete------Alan