Hurricane Dennis

[FoX]

Agreed. Do not come this way. :nono1:

 

[Jdarg]

Those forecast models don't look promising at all... so hope everyone will be safe. We are coming down in 2 weeks, and we will be happy to help clean up while we are there. From previous posts, it appears that people are doing their part, but the county is slow to do theirs. But maybe we can contribute in some small way. Unfortunately, we are not driving down in a dumptruck, whcih seems to be what is needed! When I was a kid, there were red tides during several spring breaks in the Clearwater area, and my family spent those weeks burying dead fish. Of course, being kids, getting to see so many different kinds of fish up close was pretty cool, even if they did stink! So helping to keep the beach clean goes with the enjoyment part, but that's the way with everything, huh?

 

[Sailin]

Where is the usual location of shelters in the area?

 

[DAWGFISH]

Damage From Dennis

We are praying for you guys living in SoWal, as well as all those that have reservations for this weekend and next week. We have reservations for 7/16-7/23, and I am concerned about the impact of this thing for our vacation as well. I have never been there immediately after a hurricane, so I don't know what or what not to expect. What are some of the things that are potential vacation spoilers? Is beach erosion a big factor? I know that my concerns pale in comparison to those who live there or own property there, but we all share the common thread of absolutely loving that place! GO AWAY DENNIS!

 

[Camp Creek Kid]

Re: Damage From Dennis

There is no way of knowing at this point what is going to happen. You'll have to check with your rental agency after the hurricane.

 

[Smiling JOe]

Re: Damage From Dennis

Things to expect if Dennis hits:
More photo ops here than at Disney World.
Great Shelling.
Humility.
No power (no A/C).
Sad faces.
No stores open
Perhaps no place to check in to.

 

[Smiling JOe]

Where is the usual location of shelters in the area?

Sorry, I never pay attention to the shelters because they won't allow my Dawgs. I think the Freeport High School is one, but I think you should check with TDC or County.

Just found the shelter list from Walton County's home page:
Walton County's Hurricane info
Local Emergency Evacuation Centers

Shelters open on an as-needed basis, so be sure to call the
Walton County Emergency Operations Center (892-8065)
before heading to the shelter nearest to you.

Freeport High School - located at 12615 Hwy 331 South, just North of Freeport, on right side of road.

OWCC Chautaqua Center, Building 2- Located at 908 US Hwy 90 W, DeFuniak Springs

South Walton High School - Located at 24926 US Hwy 331 South. Santa Rosa Beach (Shelter of last resort. Will be isolated when winds hit 40 miles per hour)

Walton Middle School- (Special needs only) Located at 625 Park Ave. DeFuniak Springs

 

[JB]

Those forecast models don't look promising at all... so hope everyone will be safe. We are coming down in 2 weeks, and we will be happy to help clean up while we are there. From previous posts, it appears that people are doing their part, but the county is slow to do theirs. But maybe we can contribute in some small way. Unfortunately, we are not driving down in a dumptruck, whcih seems to be what is needed! When I was a kid, there were red tides during several spring breaks in the Clearwater area, and my family spent those weeks burying dead fish. Of course, being kids, getting to see so many different kinds of fish up close was pretty cool, even if they did stink! So helping to keep the beach clean goes with the enjoyment part, but that's the way with everything, huh?

The models look completely different than they did this time yesterday. Two of the models have it making landfall around (gulp) Pensacola. Two others in Mississippi and another in Louisiana. All things considered, the latter model would be the best scenario. Even so, we would still get moderate-severe erosion if the storm stays a cat 4.

 

[Smiling JOe]

Remember, anywhere in the cone is a possible hit.

 

[Beachlover2]

Recd this from Newman Dailey last night


Dear Owners:

We are in full hurricane preparedness mode and have made the decision to cancel/delay all of our arrivals for Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Eglin Airforce base is under full alert and we will be following their lead. We will be pulling in outdoor furniture and securing your homes to the best of our ability between now and Saturday. Evacuation of your current guests will begin tomorrow, July 8th to ensure their safety and allow our staff time to make their own preparations.

We will continue to update you on the progress of the storm and the status of your properties via the owner's news section of the website and these email blasts.

Thank you for your continued support