It seemingly came out of nowhere. Hurricane Michael that is. Forming off the Yucatan peninsula, Tropical Depression Michael dumped a lot of rain on Cuba and Mexico. Once it got into the Gulf of Mexico the storm started to intensify. As of the most recent update, the storm is now a category 3 storm and heading for Panama City, Florida.
It is predicted to be a Category 3 storm when hits the Florida panhandle. Luckily, we are a little ways away from where the eye is projected to hit, but the longer the storm heads North at a slow pace, the worst it may get for us.
The pressure is continuing to drop, which makes one think it may increase in power as time goes on. There is a pressure system that may push the storm towards east towards us which I am not hoping for! I’ll keep you updated.
We have stocked up on water, non-perishable food items, and gasoline. Hopefully we don’t lose power!
Below is the projected path aka the “cone of uncertainty” which is where the storm is most like to go.
NHC - NOAA
Is anyone else in the way of Hurricane Michael? If so, be safe!!