East Coast Storm - Page 2

*AndyK* · 30 Oct 2012, 17:26

Just been looking at Google news about this storm, the media is full of images of NYC and surrounding area (the images and coverage of the boardwalk in Atlantic City are particularly distressing to see) and a few of Canada.

It's impossible to deny that the scenes are terrible, there's far less coverage over the impact Sandy has had in the Caribbean over the past week or so in the build up to events of last night. 69 dead in the Caribbean including 52 in Haiti alone.

Many affected in Haiti hadn't rebuilt their lives or their homes after the devastation of the earthquake 3 years ago.

It's saddening to see that in a world shrunk ever more by digital media, much of what happens in other countries goes unnoticed. My thoughts go out to those Caribbean nations affected as well. May they receive the aid they need as quickly as it will be delivered elsewhere.

AndrewG · 30 Oct 2012, 18:23

I think everyone should just head over to Wario's room. They'll be safe there.

Battybarb · 30 Oct 2012, 18:38

just hope nobody else gets hurt ,it is so terrible what has happened ,we just dont know how lucky we are , think we are all guilty of whinging and moaning about our weather at some point or another when in fact ours is a piece of cake when you see what has just happened

Vickip · 30 Oct 2012, 18:57

Update : Mom went over to the store today, and thankfully everything is fine

As I posted in the other thread, Danny posted on his FB page that they have made it safe and sound to Albany, NY and are in a "holding pattern". The Beacon Theatre show may still be up in the air .. but IMO the most important thing is that everybody stays safe and sound.

Vickip · 30 Oct 2012, 18:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by anotherday

Did anyone see the photo of Ground Zero flooding?

Yes ... it was absolutely unbelievable

Vickip · 30 Oct 2012, 19:00

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Originally Posted by Dave

It is a mess here...I am right across the river from Marshall University in Huntington WV. If you google map it, you can see we are no where near the coast, but the hurricane brought us a full on blizzard. Snow is starting to stick to the ground and schools are cancelled/trick or treat has been delayed. My prayers go out to all affected by this storm. Stay safe, be warm and dry, and follow all safety precautions.

Stay safe too Dave !

Dave · 30 Oct 2012, 19:39

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Originally Posted by AndrewG

It looks pretty bad to me. 17 dead. Doubt that's just a photo effect. Doubt there will be any concerts in that region for a while. Wall Street probably closed for several days and wouldn't surprise me if the whole election is postponed by a week or so.

General election can't be postponed. We manage okay with the weather. There will most likely be low turnout. America has early and absentee balloting.

LucyK! · 30 Oct 2012, 21:13

With regards to Meat's show on Thursday, he's just posted on Facebook that they're hoping to go ahead with it...is there any point if the access roads are flooded?

Here in the UK we've had some serious flooding over recent years, not the storm elements that the US has but shocking amounts of water, and that's not been cleared in 8 hours. ~~~~~~ all point in risking Meat, the band and crew travelling unnecessarily if no-one (or very few people) can attend

LisaT · 30 Oct 2012, 22:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndrewG

I think everyone should just head over to Wario's room. They'll be safe there.

That's questionable!

Vickip · 30 Oct 2012, 22:25

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Originally Posted by LucyK!

With regards to Meat's show on Thursday, he's just posted on Facebook that they're hoping to go ahead with it...is there any point if the access roads are flooded?

Here in the UK we've had some serious flooding over recent years, not the storm elements that the US has but shocking amounts of water, and that's not been cleared in 8 hours. ~~~~~~ all point in risking Meat, the band and crew travelling unnecessarily if no-one (or very few people) can attend

That's an excellent point. But I'm sure Meat, and the Beacon Theatre as well, will make sure it's completely safe for everyone before they completely decide to go through with it. We know how Meat hates to cancel and disappoint his fans, and he may have a problem trying to reschedule it since he's having knee surgery after this run of shows are over

I have a ticket to the show and as long as the trains are running (and I can get there safely) I'll go. But if they decide it's everyone's best interests for him to cancel that's fine too .... safety should always come first.

AndrewG · 30 Oct 2012, 23:06

~~~~in' Hell. Just saw a video of a man filming in his street and 3 huge trees just ripped down completely in the space of 7 seconds. Crazy scary.

Wario · 31 Oct 2012, 02:54

some light at the end of the tunnel:

The busses are now up, and the majority of bridges have been reopened.

Just took awalk around the neighborhood near my dorm. saw like 5 big-ass Trees uprooted. jesus christ.

melon · 31 Oct 2012, 03:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wario

some light at the end of the tunnel:

The busses are now up, and the majority of bridges have been reopened.

Just took awalk around the neighborhood near my dorm. saw like 5 big-ass Trees uprooted. jesus christ.

Makes it look worse than it really was, right?

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Julie in the rv mirror · 31 Oct 2012, 05:07

I'm glad to hear that people are safe.

We're feeling the effects of the storm as far away as Chicago. No rain, but high winds and extremely large waves on Lake Michigan.

JaysScout · 31 Oct 2012, 18:24

The show at the Beacon Theater in NYC for November 1st has been postponed.

Julie in the rv mirror · 01 Nov 2012, 22:05

There is a benefit concert taking place tomorrow night (Friday, Nov.2) starting at 8 pm Eastern time. It's being broadcast on various channels and online:

http://todaynews.today.com/_news/201...ctims#comments

Donations may be made to the Red Cross- to donate, visit RedCross.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

30 Oct 2012, 17:26	#26
AndyK Relentless Join Date: 21.11.2003 Location: Over the top..... seeing what's on the other side Posts: 18,694	Just been looking at Google news about this storm, the media is full of images of NYC and surrounding area (the images and coverage of the boardwalk in Atlantic City are particularly distressing to see) and a few of Canada. It's impossible to deny that the scenes are terrible, there's far less coverage over the impact Sandy has had in the Caribbean over the past week or so in the build up to events of last night. 69 dead in the Caribbean including 52 in Haiti alone. Many affected in Haiti hadn't rebuilt their lives or their homes after the devastation of the earthquake 3 years ago. It's saddening to see that in a world shrunk ever more by digital media, much of what happens in other countries goes unnoticed. My thoughts go out to those Caribbean nations affected as well. May they receive the aid they need as quickly as it will be delivered elsewhere. Last edited by AndyK; 30 Oct 2012 at 18:36.

30 Oct 2012, 18:23	#27
AndrewG I hope your salmon sucks! Join Date: 18.01.2004 Location: Northamptonshire Posts: 7,084	I think everyone should just head over to Wario's room. They'll be safe there.

30 Oct 2012, 18:38	#28
Battybarb Nutty Tart From Hell Join Date: 25.05.2007 Location: liverpool Posts: 8,390	just hope nobody else gets hurt ,it is so terrible what has happened ,we just dont know how lucky we are , think we are all guilty of whinging and moaning about our weather at some point or another when in fact ours is a piece of cake when you see what has just happened

30 Oct 2012, 18:57	#29
Vickip Mega Loafer Join Date: 07.02.2003 Location: Posts: 8,101	Update : Mom went over to the store today, and thankfully everything is fine As I posted in the other thread, Danny posted on his FB page that they have made it safe and sound to Albany, NY and are in a "holding pattern". The Beacon Theatre show may still be up in the air .. but IMO the most important thing is that everybody stays safe and sound.

30 Oct 2012, 21:13	#33
LucyK! The Monster Is Luce Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Posts: 7,547	With regards to Meat's show on Thursday, he's just posted on Facebook that they're hoping to go ahead with it...is there any point if the access roads are flooded? Here in the UK we've had some serious flooding over recent years, not the storm elements that the US has but shocking amounts of water, and that's not been cleared in 8 hours. ~~~~~~ all point in risking Meat, the band and crew travelling unnecessarily if no-one (or very few people) can attend

30 Oct 2012, 23:06	#36
AndrewG I hope your salmon sucks! Join Date: 18.01.2004 Location: Northamptonshire Posts: 7,084	~~~~in' Hell. Just saw a video of a man filming in his street and 3 huge trees just ripped down completely in the space of 7 seconds. Crazy scary.

31 Oct 2012, 02:54	#37
Wario Monstro helps me spell things... Join Date: 05.01.2007 Location: Masculine, Pennsylvania Posts: 9,105	some light at the end of the tunnel: The busses are now up, and the majority of bridges have been reopened. Just took awalk around the neighborhood near my dorm. saw like 5 big-ass Trees uprooted. jesus christ.

31 Oct 2012, 05:07	#39
Julie in the rv mirror Spirit in the Night Join Date: 23.07.2008 Location: On the edge of town (in the Darkness...) Posts: 1,559	I'm glad to hear that people are safe. We're feeling the effects of the storm as far away as Chicago. No rain, but high winds and extremely large waves on Lake Michigan.

31 Oct 2012, 18:24	#40
JaysScout Senior Loafer Join Date: 03.09.2010 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 157	The show at the Beacon Theater in NYC for November 1st has been postponed.

01 Nov 2012, 22:05	#41
Julie in the rv mirror Spirit in the Night Join Date: 23.07.2008 Location: On the edge of town (in the Darkness...) Posts: 1,559	There is a benefit concert taking place tomorrow night (Friday, Nov.2) starting at 8 pm Eastern time. It's being broadcast on various channels and online: http://todaynews.today.com/_news/201...ctims#comments Donations may be made to the Red Cross- to donate, visit RedCross.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.