Hurricane Gustav Storm Surge

Hurricane Gustave is in the Gulf of Mexico and quickly approaching land with a projected patch with Louisiana right in the middle. Much of Louisiana and certain areas in Mississippi have had mandatory evacuation.

It doesn't appear that we'll be nailed dead on here in Niceville, Bluewater, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, Pensacola, Santa Rosa Beach, and Panama City Beach Area, bu there will still be tropical storm force winds to deal with, along with a projected 3' - 6' storm surge from Hurricane Gustav. That surge can put houses that are on the water in danger as there irrigation pumps can get easily damaged once submerged in, or even heavily sprayed salt water. Also, if trees come up-rooted, many pipes will also come up-rooted and have to be repaired. We stocked up on ice today, canned goods, water, propane, charcoal, and more. We topped off gas in all the work trucks and personal vehicles yesterday before the prices went up too much

Hopefully we are all spared from major damage as I want everyone to remain safe. Just remember to always be prepared.

Scott
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