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**Daveboyd** · 08-25-2011, 01:34 PM

Those of you that live in the path of Irene, Myself and everyone here at Boyd Welding hope you get the best possible outcome for your friends and families.. Please stay safe the next few days.

**Yukon Jack** · 08-25-2011, 02:01 PM

Agreed, good luck to all who will be effected.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-25-2011, 02:48 PM

I also agree. Good luck to you all and be safe!

oldblue1968chevy · 08-25-2011, 04:37 PM

Good luck!!

Ps, I hope we get some rain outta the deal

GOPAPA · 08-25-2011, 04:50 PM

Wishing all the luck in the world ,,stay safe

big_al_71 · 08-25-2011, 07:57 PM

bunker down!!!!!!
been thru many here in south florida so I can relate....

**special-K** · 08-25-2011, 08:52 PM

Looks like she's heading right this way. Oh boy,here we go....

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2011, 01:07 AM

Tie things down if you can and find a safe place to be when she gets near you!

fastwillie 696969 · 08-26-2011, 01:15 AM

baten down the hatches good luck hope it fizzles out

**special-K** · 08-26-2011, 07:12 AM

It won't be fizzing out. I am inland and high,so not concerned with flooding. It's just going to be a real bad storm here. Power outage is my worst worry. We're supposed to get 40-50 mph sustained winds with 70 mph gusts and 4-6" of rain. We've been getting some rain lately so the ground is already soft and somewhat saturated. Trees will be falling. It's supposed to hit this area from about 4am to 2pm Sunday.

cam.man67 · 08-26-2011, 07:26 AM

Boy, I hope we get the rain. Things are dry dry dry here! They've been going right around Middletown Valley, so we haven't gotten anything significant since June.

OLDCHEV4X4 · 08-26-2011, 02:30 PM

Got the MEP-002 generator on line, 20 gal of diesel, food, water, guns, ammo, flashlights, batteries, first aid kit, etc...
Prepare for the worst and hope for the best.
Stay safe everybody!

67ChevyRedneck · 08-26-2011, 05:16 PM

My 2nd youngest sister lives on the coast in Maryland in the predicted heavy flood zones. They're on their way to western NY to stay with my parents. Apparently we're not going to see anything from the storm at all in upstate SC like they had thought. Fine with me.

BMERDOC · 08-26-2011, 05:35 PM

YAAHOOO!! From RVA! Bought all the beer and jerky I could gather! I'm gonna tie myself to the mailbox and watch it roll in!! In all seriousness, I'm worried about the sick tree just out behind my house and not being spoiled with running water and electricity for a coupla days. I'm sure I'll be fine but I wish others in the path good luck!!

100%Chevy · 08-26-2011, 10:12 PM

I'm an old hurricane surviver on the Mississipi coast.
Best advice?
Take care of family first.Be prepared for the worst.Have enough food,water,fuel,medications for 2 weeks.Don't count on any help!
Don't wait too long to prepare.
Try to help those who can't help themselves.(elderly,sick,disabled,etc,)
With the dense population on the east coast,some will get hurt!But,I hope not!
Good luck.
Mike.

BMERDOC · 08-26-2011, 10:37 PM

Well, its 10:36 in Richmond, Va. The wind is still calm and the crickets are still chripping. I'll let you guys know what happens!!

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2011, 10:44 PM

Good luck man!

BMERDOC · 08-27-2011, 01:07 AM

A coupla minutes after 1am in RVA and still nothing. Winds seem to be picking up but its just a nice breeze. Not looking forward to it I just want it over with!!

cableguy0 · 08-27-2011, 02:30 AM

Looks like were gonna take a pretty good hit here in Baltimore. We shall see what happens in the next 24 hours or so.

**special-K** · 08-27-2011, 06:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMERDOC

A coupla minutes after 1am in RVA and still nothing. Winds seem to be picking up but its just a nice breeze. Not looking forward to it I just want it over with!!

Don't drink up all your beer before the storm. You're about a day off

Be safe everyone.

BMERDOC · 08-27-2011, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

Don't drink up all your beer before the storm. You're about a day off

I had envisioned a little more drama overnight from the outer bands but so far we're just getting some much needed rain and some wind.

***Liz*** · 08-27-2011, 10:32 AM

It is simply beautiful inland. Breezy, sunny and just pretty out. Good luck to everyone in the path.

BMERDOC · 08-27-2011, 01:58 PM

2:00 and the wind is definately picking up! The electricity is going off and on again so I guess I'll be sitting in the dark before long!

rambler · 08-27-2011, 03:57 PM

keep us all informed! I have a good friend that just moved to SC, but it was never expected to hit anywhere near him.....

Let's hope everyone comes out of it safe and sound.

S10Fan · 08-27-2011, 05:19 PM

We had a death here, 9 year old boy, tree fell on his house. The worst of the storm will be between now and 10:00 PM. Still have power but I expect it to go out any minute. Flooding won't be an issue for us but I am concerned about a tree behind my garage. The tree is far enough away from the house to not be an issue there.

08-25-2011, 01:34 PM	#1
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08-25-2011, 02:01 PM	#2
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: Hurricane Irene!! Agreed, good luck to all who will be effected. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

08-25-2011, 02:48 PM	#3
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,143	Re: Hurricane Irene!! I also agree. Good luck to you all and be safe! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-25-2011, 04:37 PM	#4
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08-25-2011, 04:50 PM	#5
GOPAPA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,567	Re: Hurricane Irene!! Wishing all the luck in the world ,,stay safe __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

08-25-2011, 07:57 PM	#6
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Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,143	Re: Hurricane Irene!! Tie things down if you can and find a safe place to be when she gets near you! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-26-2011, 01:15 AM	#9
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08-26-2011, 07:12 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Hurricane Irene!! It won't be fizzing out. I am inland and high,so not concerned with flooding. It's just going to be a real bad storm here. Power outage is my worst worry. We're supposed to get 40-50 mph sustained winds with 70 mph gusts and 4-6" of rain. We've been getting some rain lately so the ground is already soft and somewhat saturated. Trees will be falling. It's supposed to hit this area from about 4am to 2pm Sunday. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

08-26-2011, 07:26 AM	#11
cam.man67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Jefferson, MD Posts: 2,397	Re: Hurricane Irene!! Boy, I hope we get the rain. Things are dry dry dry here! They've been going right around Middletown Valley, so we haven't gotten anything significant since June. __________________ '68 Dodge Dart 270, 225, 904, 2.76--"Lucy" 1996 Gmc 1500 Z71, 350, 4l60e, 3.73s 1995 Jeep Wrangler Rio Grande 2.5, AX5, 4.10s 1989 Toyota Pickup 22re, auto, 3.73

08-26-2011, 02:30 PM	#12
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08-26-2011, 05:16 PM	#13
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08-26-2011, 05:35 PM	#14
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Hurricane Irene!! YAAHOOO!! From RVA! Bought all the beer and jerky I could gather! I'm gonna tie myself to the mailbox and watch it roll in!! In all seriousness, I'm worried about the sick tree just out behind my house and not being spoiled with running water and electricity for a coupla days. I'm sure I'll be fine but I wish others in the path good luck!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

08-26-2011, 10:12 PM	#15
100%Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Moss Point,Ms. Posts: 1,439	Re: Hurricane Irene!! I'm an old hurricane surviver on the Mississipi coast. Best advice? Take care of family first.Be prepared for the worst.Have enough food,water,fuel,medications for 2 weeks.Don't count on any help! Don't wait too long to prepare. Try to help those who can't help themselves.(elderly,sick,disabled,etc,) With the dense population on the east coast,some will get hurt!But,I hope not! Good luck. Mike.



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08-26-2011, 10:37 PM	#16
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Hurricane Irene!! Well, its 10:36 in Richmond, Va. The wind is still calm and the crickets are still chripping. I'll let you guys know what happens!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

08-26-2011, 10:44 PM	#17
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,143	Re: Hurricane Irene!! Good luck man! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-27-2011, 01:07 AM	#18
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Hurricane Irene!! A coupla minutes after 1am in RVA and still nothing. Winds seem to be picking up but its just a nice breeze. Not looking forward to it I just want it over with!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

08-27-2011, 02:30 AM	#19
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08-27-2011, 10:32 AM	#22
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,809	Re: Hurricane Irene!! It is simply beautiful inland. Breezy, sunny and just pretty out. Good luck to everyone in the path.

08-27-2011, 01:58 PM	#23
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Hurricane Irene!! 2:00 and the wind is definately picking up! The electricity is going off and on again so I guess I'll be sitting in the dark before long! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

08-27-2011, 03:57 PM	#24
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Re: Hurricane Irene!! keep us all informed! I have a good friend that just moved to SC, but it was never expected to hit anywhere near him..... Let's hope everyone comes out of it safe and sound. __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi

08-27-2011, 05:19 PM	#25
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: Hurricane Irene!! We had a death here, 9 year old boy, tree fell on his house. The worst of the storm will be between now and 10:00 PM. Still have power but I expect it to go out any minute. Flooding won't be an issue for us but I am concerned about a tree behind my garage. The tree is far enough away from the house to not be an issue there. __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

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