Safe in Seattle
I live in Seattle. Right in the path of the terrible windstorm that swept through the area a couple days ago.
While the force, and subsequent damage, is nothing like the damage done by hurricanes, tornados, and tropical storms, around the rest of the country, it certainly has had left devastation in its wake.
Fortunately, I was spared any major damage ““ just a little cosmetic damage that can be easily taken care of. However, I have been without power for about 36 hours now, and have no idea of when it may be restored. Current estimate is another couple of days. My energy company has nearly three quarters of a million customers without power, all of us clamoring for our respective neighborhoods to get to the top of the list.
I spent last night in a hotel. Today I’m hanging out at a library where there is power and a fairly good wi-fi connection. Tonight I’ll be sleeping at home, right in front of the fireplace from which I can hopefully soak up some heat. Posting may be sporadic until things are back under control.
Thanks to everyone who has sent an email inquiring about how I am. I’m safe. Life is inconvenient, but under control. And, as a friend reminded me earlier today, it’s an adventure.
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2 opinions for Safe in Seattle
Laughing Chow
Dec 17, 2006 at 3:20 pm
I’m glad to read that you’re okay and that your home has no major damage.
Here on the east coast there was little information about the storm; just the usual damage photos they like to show for drama while you experience full-blown terror.
I wish you the best.
Mary Jo Manzanares
Dec 17, 2006 at 3:48 pm
Thanks so much, Laughing Chow. I’m on day three without power, a major inconvenience, but family and friends are safe. I can drive far enough away to get a library with power and internet access, so I can hunker down for a bit before heading back home.
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