We were under the impression that they had already left. Apparently they haven’t, and they’re not going to. They’re staying.
They’re actually in Slidell, which is on the eastern side of Lake Pontchartrain, opposite of New Orleans.
Blue star= Slidell, Red X= New Orleans
So Gustave is set to hit toward the western side of NOLA, but this doesn’t mean Slidell is safe. We don’t know where the storm will actually hit. If it stays on its projected path, if it keeps up its strength, the tropical storm winds will reach over 200 miles away from the center of the hurricane. And Lake Pontchartrain is huge…..
I understand how they could’ve talked themselves into staying, especially considering the alternative of traveling with 4 people–including a paraplegic, and 8 animals in only one vehicle. I just don’t know. I’m worried though. Really worried.
Ryan’s still gonna try to talk to them some more. It’s not too late to get out yet….
August 31st, 2008 at 10:24 pm
Man… that worries me too. I hope they make they are making the right decision :/ It still seems pretty close to me and it’s a huge risk. I’ll keep them in my thoughts and prayers.
September 2nd, 2008 at 4:45 am
Hey darlin. I’ve had them in my prayers the last couple of days. I’m anxious to know if you’ve talked with them, or if you know if they’re ok or not. I’m praying for the best.