Severe Weather Check-in!

Bèsame* · 08-26-2017, 02:54 PM

I've been responding to everyone, I thought I had here ...

Made it thru the wild night, the tornado came eerily close, according to reports this morning. It's still windy and I haven't seen much rain. No fallen trees on my car, that's a plus!

The river that crested last year in town is expected to again. We moved further away from there! Reports say rain is coming.

girl_dee · 08-26-2017, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Bèsame*

I've been responding to everyone, I thought I had here ...

Made it thru the wild night, the tornado came eerily close, according to reports this morning. It's still windy and I haven't seen much rain. No fallen trees on my car, that's a plus!

The river that crested last year in town is expected to again. We moved further away from there! Reports say rain is coming.

Glad you are okay!

Bèsame* · 08-26-2017, 06:00 PM

I'm back sitting on the bathtub with the cats. I received an alert via my phone to take cover. I'm lined up for some heavy bands of rain. If you see the Map, I'm under the "H" on Houston and a smidgen to the left.

I'm not going to get caught in the dark again. I already lit a candle...so there Harvey. .lol

*Anya* · 08-26-2017, 10:13 PM

I read this on VICE News. It would have never occurred to me but I live in Cali.

Even if everyone else is aware, I thought I would post it anyway.

Take care everyone, sending good thoughts for your safety:

Rainfall and flooding aren’t all Texans have to worry about this weekend as Hurricane Harvey makes landfall — there will also be gators.

As storm surges rise water levels up a predicted 12 feet, the state’s alligators — displaced from where they naturally lurk — will likely end up finding their way to neighborhood driveways, under parked cars, and on top of doorsteps.

Gators and flooding advice via @txgatorsquad: Expect them to be displaced. Simply looking for higher ground. Leave alone until water recedes pic.twitter.com/nN1B5jvMyV

— FBCSO Texas (@FBCSO) August 24, 2017

Lyte · 08-26-2017, 10:42 PM

Please keep us posted on how you're doing. This one looks like a nasty one!

My bro text me... kinda worried. I sent him a pic of Texas... I'm like 500 miles north. Iol

Thoughtful though!

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Originally Posted by Bèsame*

I'm back sitting on the bathtub with the cats. I received an alert via my phone to take cover. I'm lined up for some heavy bands of rain. If you see the Map, I'm under the "H" on Houston and a smidgen to the left.

I'm not going to get caught in the dark again. I already lit a candle...so there Harvey. .lol

JDeere · 08-26-2017, 11:01 PM

Laying in bed with major headache, tornado fell on the other side of my subdivision earlier, lots of rain right now.

Lyte · 08-26-2017, 11:13 PM

Oy... with ya there... headaches.

Glad it hear it missed ya!

JDeere · 08-26-2017, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Lyte

Oy... with ya there... headaches.

Glad it hear it missed ya!

I'm not worried about much really. It's going to REALLY flood in Houston and surrounding areas. I only am worried about 4 people at this moment and they ain't family.

VintageFemme · 08-27-2017, 08:06 AM

Text RedCross to 90999 to donate $10 to disaster relief.

And, from this website http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/...b0821444c37515

1. Donate Money Or Volunteer

A plethora of organizations are appealing for donations to help them as they send volunteers and supplies to the hardest-hit areas.

These include the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Samaritan’s Purse, Save The Children, the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief and Heart to Heart International.

The local Texas Diaper Bank is also putting together disaster relief kits for families with young children. You can donate here.

Crowdfunding site GlobalGiving has launched a hurricane relief fund aimed at gathering funds for local nonprofits in the storm-stricken region.

Animal shelters and rescue groups are taking in numerous pets displaced by the storm ― whether the animals got lost in the chaos, got left behind, or simply need temporary housing while their owners stay in evacuation shelters. Those groups include the SPCA of Texas, Austin Pets Alive!, Dallas Animal Services and the San Antonio Humane Society.

2. Donate Blood

Blood centers expect a supply shortage because of the closure of some blood banks along the coast and the likely demand stemming from injuries sustained in the storm. Centers have put out calls for extra donors to help deal with the aftermath.

You can find donation centers or blood drives for the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center here or for Texas organization Carter BloodCare here.

And even if you’re not in Texas, you can search online for blood drives local to you or book an appointment via the Red Cross website.

3. Provide Accommodation For Evacuees

Airbnb has launched a portal so that the people who have been displaced by the hurricane can find a place to stay. It’s also waiving fees for people affected by the disaster. More details are available on the Airbnb website here.

JDeere · 08-27-2017, 09:11 AM

Wish I could go back to sleep but I'm very restless. My ex texted me at 3 am, it's really bad where she is and it hurts that I can't get to her. All I can do is pray and wait till this is over, then help with clean up. I wish I had my own place and a huge truck to get her and the kids to dry land. My heart is broken.

justkim · 08-27-2017, 10:02 AM

JDeere, be kind to yourself. So many are affected by Harvey. Been up since three here in the PNW. For the last two hours been trying to get help to a lady in one of the groups I belong to. Her husband is currently at home under the care of hospice. Her house has over 10 inches of water. Every number has been called and now we wait for someone to get to her and her husband soon. I think people underestimated this storms power and impacts. Praying help arrives for those needing it.

dark_crystal · 08-27-2017, 10:40 AM

I am still high and dry and fully powered but the library staff are mostly flooded and trapped

Bèsame* · 08-27-2017, 11:40 AM

I'm high and dry today. I did a check in with my staff, some without power and trapped with flooded streets. Talked with friends in town and made calls to family. The pictures coming across the News are terrible. Please local friends stay home, the roads can give way. I'm about two miles from that sink hole you might have seen.

Blaze is still working and camping out at the Hospital.

Even though yesterday felt like we dodged the rain, we had been warned about the amount of rain to come. I'm still getting tornado warnings on my phone. It's not over....

Medusa · 08-27-2017, 12:14 PM

Hey folks-

Has anyone heard from Stilettodoll? Or does anyone have a way to get in touch with her and check in?

Thank you,
Angie

dark_crystal · 08-27-2017, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Medusa

Hey folks-

Has anyone heard from Stilettodoll? Or does anyone have a way to get in touch with her and check in?

Thank you,
Angie

Mr. Jenny is texting her now

StillettoDoll · 08-27-2017, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Medusa

Hey folks-

Has anyone heard from Stilettodoll? Or does anyone have a way to get in touch with her and check in?

Thank you,
Angie

Awwww hey Angie ... I am doing good over here where I'm at , I feel very lucky as of now ..... I am keeping a close eye on the weather reports not sure when I can get back to work cause all road are flooded in town...also checking in on everyone here to see how they are doing . I'm good, catching up on my soap making.

Just heard airports will be close until Wednesday. whoa

Medusa · 08-27-2017, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by StillettoDoll

Awwww hey Angie ... I am doing good over here where I'm at , I feel very lucky as of now ..... I am keeping a close eye on the weather reports not sure when I can get back to work cause all road are flooded in town...also checking in on everyone here to see how they are doing . I'm good, catching up on my soap making.

Just heard airports will be close until Wednesday. whoa

WHEW!!! Thank you for checking in!! Had a couple of folks message me about you and I was wondering myself!

Pinkielee and D-Boo are ok as well!

08-26-2017, 02:54 PM	#1
Bèsame* Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femm Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: loved by many Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Closer to the waves Posts: 15,420 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,168 Thanked 41,015 Times in 10,768 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	I've been responding to everyone, I thought I had here ... Made it thru the wild night, the tornado came eerily close, according to reports this morning. It's still windy and I haven't seen much rain. No fallen trees on my car, that's a plus! The river that crested last year in town is expected to again. We moved further away from there! Reports say rain is coming. __________________ kisses A kiss is a whisper in your mouth. Can I borrow a kiss? I promise to give it back.

08-26-2017, 06:00 PM	#3
Bèsame* Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femm Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: loved by many Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Closer to the waves Posts: 15,420 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,168 Thanked 41,015 Times in 10,768 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	I'm back sitting on the bathtub with the cats. I received an alert via my phone to take cover. I'm lined up for some heavy bands of rain. If you see the Map, I'm under the "H" on Houston and a smidgen to the left. I'm not going to get caught in the dark again. I already lit a candle...so there Harvey. .lol __________________ kisses A kiss is a whisper in your mouth. Can I borrow a kiss? I promise to give it back.

08-26-2017, 10:13 PM	#4
Anya Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: Lesbian non-stone femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, her Relationship Status: Committed to being good to myself Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: West Coast Posts: 8,258 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 39,306 Thanked 40,445 Times in 7,285 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	I read this on VICE News. It would have never occurred to me but I live in Cali. Even if everyone else is aware, I thought I would post it anyway. Take care everyone, sending good thoughts for your safety: Rainfall and flooding aren’t all Texans have to worry about this weekend as Hurricane Harvey makes landfall — there will also be gators. As storm surges rise water levels up a predicted 12 feet, the state’s alligators — displaced from where they naturally lurk — will likely end up finding their way to neighborhood driveways, under parked cars, and on top of doorsteps. Gators and flooding advice via @txgatorsquad: Expect them to be displaced. Simply looking for higher ground. Leave alone until water recedes pic.twitter.com/nN1B5jvMyV — FBCSO Texas (@FBCSO) August 24, 2017 __________________ ~Anya~ Democracy Dies in Darkness ~Washington Post "...I'm deeply concerned by recently adopted policies which punish children for their parents’ actions ... The thought that any State would seek to deter parents by inflicting such abuse on children is unconscionable." UN Human Rights commissioner

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08-27-2017, 08:06 AM	#9
VintageFemme Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Outside Posts: 2,299 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,828 Thanked 7,620 Times in 1,655 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	How you can help Text RedCross to 90999 to donate $10 to disaster relief. And, from this website http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/...b0821444c37515 1. Donate Money Or Volunteer A plethora of organizations are appealing for donations to help them as they send volunteers and supplies to the hardest-hit areas. These include the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Samaritan’s Purse, Save The Children, the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief and Heart to Heart International. The local Texas Diaper Bank is also putting together disaster relief kits for families with young children. You can donate here. Crowdfunding site GlobalGiving has launched a hurricane relief fund aimed at gathering funds for local nonprofits in the storm-stricken region. Animal shelters and rescue groups are taking in numerous pets displaced by the storm ― whether the animals got lost in the chaos, got left behind, or simply need temporary housing while their owners stay in evacuation shelters. Those groups include the SPCA of Texas, Austin Pets Alive!, Dallas Animal Services and the San Antonio Humane Society. 2. Donate Blood Blood centers expect a supply shortage because of the closure of some blood banks along the coast and the likely demand stemming from injuries sustained in the storm. Centers have put out calls for extra donors to help deal with the aftermath. You can find donation centers or blood drives for the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center here or for Texas organization Carter BloodCare here. And even if you’re not in Texas, you can search online for blood drives local to you or book an appointment via the Red Cross website. 3. Provide Accommodation For Evacuees Airbnb has launched a portal so that the people who have been displaced by the hurricane can find a place to stay. It’s also waiving fees for people affected by the disaster. More details are available on the Airbnb website here. __________________ Unfinished Business & Open to Serendipity

08-26-2017, 11:13 PM	#7
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08-27-2017, 09:11 AM	#10
JDeere Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Transgender Preferred Pronoun?: He/him/his Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 17,752 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 31,018 Thanked 28,833 Times in 9,708 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	Wish I could go back to sleep but I'm very restless. My ex texted me at 3 am, it's really bad where she is and it hurts that I can't get to her. All I can do is pray and wait till this is over, then help with clean up. I wish I had my own place and a huge truck to get her and the kids to dry land. My heart is broken. __________________ Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning. Albert Einstein

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Bèsame* Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femm Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: loved by many Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Closer to the waves Posts: 15,420 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,168 Thanked 41,015 Times in 10,768 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	I'm high and dry today. I did a check in with my staff, some without power and trapped with flooded streets. Talked with friends in town and made calls to family. The pictures coming across the News are terrible. Please local friends stay home, the roads can give way. I'm about two miles from that sink hole you might have seen. Blaze is still working and camping out at the Hospital. Even though yesterday felt like we dodged the rain, we had been warned about the amount of rain to come. I'm still getting tornado warnings on my phone. It's not over.... __________________ kisses A kiss is a whisper in your mouth. Can I borrow a kiss? I promise to give it back.

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