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John&Vicki · 10-15-2016, 06:46 PM

It's all pretty routine for the Oregon Coast. This storm is a little on the larger size but it's not uncommon for the Coast to be a tourist destination for storms.

John

curnes · 10-15-2016, 07:54 PM

Would agree with Tevake. Wind and rain but not as predicted with one exception: The town of Manzanita where there was a reported tornado. We are close to Lincoln City area and have heard no reports of catastrophe.

amirm · 10-15-2016, 10:15 PM

I see the cancelled the high-wind warning already for seattle area. Other than lots of heavy rain and a flicker in lights, nothing happened.

ColoradoLady · 10-16-2016, 11:36 AM

Folks, you have no idea just how comforting it is to get reports, as above, from those of you who are living in the Region and understand how these storms affect residents. I really appreciate you all! Evelyn.

ColoradoLady · 10-16-2016, 01:17 PM

I just finished reading another thread on the predicted PNW storm, along with a series of weather report blogs from Chris Mass. The storm has apparently passed, without the aforementioned devastion predicted. Thank God.

In reading many responses on his blog...it surprises me that many are seemingly disappointed or even angry....that the worse did not occur! IMO, that is pure madness!

Yes, the meteorologists do intend to give the "worse case scenario", and I think that is a good thing! If they downplayed it, and there was devastation, because people did not prepare.....would that be preferred? I THINK NOT!!!

And Cliff Mass does provide all the available factual data to back up his predictions. What more could someone want? As in bad weather conditions in any part of our country exist, I would much rather be prepare for the worse case scenario, and not face that situation, than to be TOTALLY UNPREPARED WHEN THE DEVASTATING WEATHER EVENT DOES OCCUR!!!

I, personally, am greatful that my grandkids were not hit by a terrible weather event....and am equally greatful, that they will be prepared for any event...just in case! I will see to that, as much as I am able. I will order and ship directly to them...emergency preparedness food supplies, Led lanterns, etc., to assist them in preparations for future storm threats....and hope they never need to use them.

This one missed them, and I thank God for that! Thank you all for your input on this storm system. I know that my family will come to appreciate this opportunity and this grand adventure in moving from a small landlocked Colorado mountain town to an area, that is not only beautiful, but, has an abundance of opportunities, good job prospects, and last, but, not least....they are now living in an area of marvelous natural preserves, where they literally have anything they might want in outdoor possibilities....beach, mountains...and everything in between. I now have more than enough reason for future trips to the PNW coast!

cameront120 · 10-16-2016, 04:17 PM

With all due respect, I think you're over-reacting about west coast weather. We get several storms every winter. I've lost count of the numbers of trees that have fallen around me and the power outages I've sat through. In daylight, yes, we go storm watching. No big deal. You stay away from waves and open a bottle of wine, light a fire, and hunker down. No biggie.

ColoradoLady · 10-16-2016, 09:34 PM

Re: post #26. I think you missed the entire point of my post, I.e., to be prepared and hope you never need to use it! AND my comments of the opportunities that my grandkids will discover in their new adventure. These are POSITIVES, not negative features. No, I don't think I'm over reacting, I simply care about my family.

All due respect!! But, thank you for your input.

mandolindave · 10-17-2016, 05:35 AM

I was born in Tornado Alley, moved to a few blocks from where Katrina broke the levee in New Orleans. Evacuation was common.

More than once, a Hurricane changed course right before it hit us. But some areas got hit that weren't expecting it.

I thought I was done with all of that when I moved to the north east. Then the ice storm hit. NO POWER FOR TWO WEEKS !

My point is that weather can be unpredictable. The worst case scenario can and does happen.

I was ready for Hurricane Matthew. It drizzled for 15 minutes, balmy breeze, and we needed rain.

mandolindave · 10-17-2016, 05:39 AM

But then again….

The coverage by the weather channels for Matthew were less than timely. I didn't have television, and was relying on the internet.

Ten or so years ago while towing, I was able to dodge a hurricane. The coverage seem to be a lot better then.

Fly at Night · 10-17-2016, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ColoradoLady

Re: post #26. I think you missed the entire point of my post, I.e., to be prepared and hope you never need to use it! AND my comments of the opportunities that my grandkids will discover in their new adventure. These are POSITIVES, not negative features. No, I don't think I'm over reacting, I simply care about my family.

All due respect!! But, thank you for your input.

um....do your kiddies and grandkiddies not have a cell phone? If so, wouldn't it be better to call them direct?

Aside from that, I tend to believe in the saying, no news is good news.

ColoradoLady · 10-18-2016, 12:06 PM

F@N, we talk pretty much every day!

Fly at Night · 10-18-2016, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ColoradoLady

F@N, we talk pretty much every day!

Well, that's good because some people block or don't answer calls from their mother/mother-in-law. They create their own "stormy weather."

ColoradoLady · 10-18-2016, 05:41 PM

No In-law action here! LOL! My granddaughters and their spouses all have really close relationship with me and my daughter, Deb. Since their Mom, my daughter, Lynn died when they were little ones....we have served as sort of surrogates in her stead. I would do anything for them! (And they know this.) I promised Lynn I would try to care for them as she would , if she could remain.

My main concern in regard to the predicted storm, was that the girls...33 and 37, are/were unfamiliar with that type of weather patterns. In future, I'm sure they will be more prepared. As I said, I plan on ordering some cases of dehydrated prep food and LED lanterns, etc., and have shipped to them.

Fly at Night · 10-18-2016, 07:51 PM

That is so tragic; the death of your daughter and their mother. I think we understand your concern a little better now. Tomorrow is never promised. You have had to endure that in the worst way possible.

Please take care. Be good to yourself too.

ColoradoLady · 10-19-2016, 12:35 PM

Thank you, F@N. Lynn died of breast cancer when Melissa was 11 and Crystal was 6, (1990). Then my son and youngest daughter were killed in an auto accident in 2000. (Drunk driver)! (No orphaned children from those two.) There are no guarantees in life. We have learned that in the harshest way possible. My remaining child, Deb, shares my home, and for her, I am very grateful. Yes, I am very concerned for my grandchildren....with good reason...always will be! I make no apology for that!

ColoradoLady · 10-28-2016, 12:00 PM

I see on weather reports that the PNW coast is experiencing some normal fall/winter weather. I just wish the jet stream would deviate toward our direction, as our fall has been unseasonably warm and dry....too dry. As it is, jet stream goes to north, then to eastern regions, taking wet and cool temps there, instead. It has been predicted that we will likely not see our usual cold, snowy winter here. Too bad. I enjoy the snow...from inside looking out. LOL!

GumbyGirl · 10-31-2016, 12:15 PM

I would say it's beyond normal lol. I'm on the very south end of the Oregon Coast. I've heard anywhere from 20-26 inches for October. That's way beyond normal for us but that's how it goes. The Farmer's Almanac forecast for us was wetter than usual for October and November and drier than usual in December and January. So far they've gotten it right. The local crab fishermen would be very happy for a dry December and January.

Cathy