We're Battening Down the Hatches!!!

Village of Key Biscayne

STORM ALERT: Miami-Dade Under Tropical Storm Warning Until Further Notice Key Biscayne and the rest of Miami-Dade County are under a Tropical Storm Warning as of 11:00 am Tuesday, September 28, 2010 and until further notice. The weather will begin to deteriorate later today with the worst conditions expected on Wednesday, September 29. Be aware that localized flooding may occur on the Key in low-lying areas on Wednesday. The confluence of a high tide at 1:26 pm and a full moon will cause the storm drainage system to work more slowly. (Terrific.) (The wind began to switch, the house to twitch, and suddenly the hinges started to unhitch ...) Precautionary measures are being taken in public areas to prepare for expected heavy rain/localized flooding and strong winds. The Police and Fire Rescue Departments are fully staffed. The Public Works Department has checked drainage system pumps in flood-prone areas so they will be ready to handle heavy rains. Building, Zoning and Planning Department personnel will sweep the Village this afternoon to notify contractors that construction site materials should be secured. Village generators are ready to be deployed, if necessary. Now is the time to secure any outdoor items (furniture, umbrellas, potted plants, etc.) that may become airborne in high winds. Please be advised that emergency vehicles, school buses and other high-profile vehicles cannot safely cross the Powell Bridge in winds of 45 mph or higher.  If the power goes out I can't work.  Is that good or bad?