We were lucky here in Punta Gorda. I went out to Charlotte Harbor when Idalia was parallel to us and it was peaceful and had a brief few rays of sun. The roads were dry after a couple of brief bands earlier. Last night we got band after band of heavy rain and tropical storm force winds with a tornado alert until 6 am. The rain bands are still coming through from Idalia's very long tail but not bad. Localized flooding only in low lying areas. Never lost power.
I feel for those in area with storm surge and high wind damage. It was no fun last year here when Ian came through. I hope everyone stays safe.
Thank you!
We were lucky here in Punta Gorda. I went out to Charlotte Harbor when Idalia was parallel to us and it was peaceful and had a brief few rays of sun. The roads were dry after a couple of brief bands earlier. Last night we got band after band of heavy rain and tropical storm force winds with a tornado alert until 6 am. The rain bands are still coming through from Idalia's very long tail but not bad. Localized flooding only in low lying areas. Never lost power.
I feel for those in area with storm surge and high wind damage. It was no fun last year here when Ian came through. I hope everyone stays safe.