I've been working in New Orleans pretty much all summer now. I have a team from all over the eastern U.S. who fly in every week to lend a hand to the project. On Wednesday it was decided this week to stay home and avoid the hurricane. So it strikes me a little funny our fine little storm is ever so slowly tracking closer to Texas. I wonder, if it continues to track further west, should we pack up and drive to New Orleans to avoid the hurricane? And while I'm there, maybe I can get some work done...It appears Gustav is heading more or less our way, and by Labor Day we may be packing it up. I actually don't think we'll be leaving home unless the perfect situation emerges so that the size and bearing make even inland Katy at serious risk. After hurricane Rita and our 8 hour trip to San Antonio I think we've learned quite a bit about running from the weather. One is that these storms are difficult to predict. Another is how to prepare, and another is when to run.
So far, it's not tracking close enough or predicted to be large enough for Katy, Texas to worry too much. I've always said that coming from the desert, even the rain is a fascinating event I never tire of. But I have to admit hurricanes are a little over the top, even for me.
So, after our bout with Rita, I have to wonder...
