I think I finally understand the term storm chaser.
I try not to take these things personally, but I’m starting to think Hurricane Katrina is trying to avoid me.
Thursday, we loaded up and headed to Punta Gorda for yet another storm. We didn’t expect anything too bad because Katrina was predicted to only be a tropical storm by the time it got to Florida’s west coast. Yet, it could still be problematic for Punta Gorda residents who still have damage from last year’s Charley.
However, when we woke up Friday morning we found light breezes and patches of sunny sky. It seems Katrina stayed south avoiding the area.
So next, we hear the storm is headed to the Panhandle and could possibly come in as a Category 4. That means we have to make that very long drive up to Panhandle. When we finally arrive about 10:30 p.m., we hear she now may be headed for Mississippi or Louisiana. That’s great for Florida residents, not great for someone trying to cover a storm.
Who knows? Katrina seems tricky, so we’ll wait and watch.