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Oct 16 2024

Western North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee and West Coastal Florida Check-in


Posted originally on the CTH on October 15, 2024 | Sundance 

UPDATE: We will continue bumping this thread to keep the communication lines available.

As the areas in Eastern Tennessee, Western North Carolina and the Western gulf coast of Florida continue recovery operations from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, today my thoughts are with those who are still impacted and dealing with the long-term recovery process.

If you have stability and the ability to communicate, I am wondering how you guys are doing.

Working with several ground groups, we have sent toolboxes and resources into the area for the arduous tasks that remain.  There are many who feel overwhelmed; just know our thoughts and deepest prayers remain with you. It will get a little better every day.

Resourceful teams (mostly electrical restoration experts) who learned quickly after they helped the Puerto Rico Mountain areas in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria are doing amazing work reaching some of the more isolated areas.  These are good friends with a git-r-done approach.

Eastern Tennessee power has mostly returned; however, approximately 23,500 of the 1.5 million customers that lost power, just in the Western North Carolina area still lack electricity as of today, according to Poweroutage.us.  Additionally, there are still about 365,000 Floridians without power.

The power restoration in the dense mountain forests of WNC is slow going, some roads and bridges are completely washed away.  According to the Associated Press report, “The crews aren’t doing what they typically do, which is a repair effort. They’re rebuilding from the ground up,” said Kristie Aldridge, vice president of communications at North Carolina Electric Cooperatives {link}.

There are widespread rumors and disparate reports of the overall death toll, at last count was well over 200.  Anecdotal reports from people in the WNC region put the death toll much higher but are difficult to confirm.  We do not want to spread rumors, yet we simultaneously accept this close to the election there is an unfortunate incentive for both federal and state emergency management officials to keep the death toll numbers hidden.

The bottom line is a concern for everyone in the impact areas.  Therefore, ground reports are the most valuable.  How are y’all doing?

Dear God of grace and strength, in the midst of uncertainty, fear and change we turn to You for stability and strength. Please grant us the wisdom and fortitude to navigate the unknown, the courage to face challenges, and the faith to trust Your divine plan.

Heavenly Father, let Your unwavering presence be our anchor in the aftermath of these storms. Grant us the resilience to face the challenges of recovery with grace and hearts filled with purpose.  May we continue to find, patience, stability and fellowship in Your eternal love.

Thank You for guiding us through these uncertain times.  In Jesus blessed and loving name we pray.  ~ Amen.

Oct 15 2024

Western North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee and West Coastal Florida Check-in


Posted originally on the CTH on October 14, 2024 | Sundance 

As the areas in Eastern Tennessee, Western North Carolina and the Western gulf coast of Florida continue recovery operations from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, today my thoughts are with those who are still impacted and dealing with the long-term recovery process.

If you have stability and the ability to communicate, I am wondering how you guys are doing.

Working with several ground groups, we have sent toolboxes and resources into the area for the arduous tasks that remain.  There are many who feel overwhelmed; just know our thoughts and deepest prayers remain with you. It will get a little better every day.

Resourceful teams (mostly electrical restoration experts) who learned quickly after they helped the Puerto Rico Mountain areas in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria are doing amazing work reaching some of the more isolated areas.  These are good friends with a git-r-done approach.

Eastern Tennessee power has mostly returned; however, approximately 23,500 of the 1.5 million customers that lost power, just in the Western North Carolina area still lack electricity as of today, according to Poweroutage.us.  Additionally, there are still about 365,000 Floridians without power.

The power restoration in the dense mountain forests of WNC is slow going, some roads and bridges are completely washed away.  According to the Associated Press report, “The crews aren’t doing what they typically do, which is a repair effort. They’re rebuilding from the ground up,” said Kristie Aldridge, vice president of communications at North Carolina Electric Cooperatives {link}.

There are widespread rumors and disparate reports of the overall death toll, at last count was well over 200.  Anecdotal reports from people in the WNC region put the death toll much higher but are difficult to confirm.  We do not want to spread rumors, yet we simultaneously accept this close to the election there is an unfortunate incentive for both federal and state emergency management officials to keep the death toll numbers hidden.

The bottom line is a concern for everyone in the impact areas.  Therefore, ground reports are the most valuable.  How are y’all doing?

Dear God of grace and strength, in the midst of uncertainty, fear and change we turn to You for stability and strength. Please grant us the wisdom and fortitude to navigate the unknown, the courage to face challenges, and the faith to trust Your divine plan.

Heavenly Father, let Your unwavering presence be our anchor in the aftermath of these storms. Grant us the resilience to face the challenges of recovery with grace and hearts filled with purpose.  May we continue to find, patience, stability and fellowship in Your eternal love.

Thank You for guiding us through these uncertain times.  In Jesus blessed and loving name we pray.  ~ Amen.

Oct 13 2024

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Free 10-Gal Emergency Fuel Depots


Posted originally on the CTH on October 12, 2024 | Sundance 

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has initiated an emergency fuel service in the central and western Florida regions impacted by Hurricane Milton.  Fuel is the lifeblood of all recovery efforts.

The program is for several areas to have tanker trucks that can pump directly to consumers.  Each resident who can go to the fuel distribution center will get 10 gallons of gasoline free, either in their gas cans or into their vehicle gas tank.   Distribution will be made in Port Charlotte, Pinellas, Sarasota and Hillsborough counties, with more on the way.

Additionally, 50 highway patrol vehicles have been assigned escort duty to assist fuel tankers getting quickly to gas stations in the needed areas.  There are a few videos below outlining the emergency distribution:

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Additionally, FEMA has extended the full reimbursement for debris removal to a 90-day window.  This will help municipal areas quickly get their contractors working to remove debris.

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Oct 13 2024

President Trump Proposes Tax Credit for Home Generators


Posted originally on the CTH on October 12, 2024 | Sundance 

President Trump has proposed that homes in critical areas be granted tax credits for the installation of emergency generators.  It is a smart plan given the nature of crisis events that have unfolded in recent years.

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Factually, it would not be difficult to repurpose much of the “Green New Deal” spending legislation to permit such a credit.  There are millions of Americans who could benefit.  Sounds good in both principle and practice.

Made in America generators!  Watch how fast the private sector industries would start scrambling to make USA built generators.

Oct 12 2024

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Gives Milton Recovery Update


Posted originally on the CTH on October 11, 2024 | Sundance 

Appearing in Bradenton, Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis discusses ongoing recovery efforts from the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.  There is plenty of fuel in the supply chain, the issue is that many gas stations may be waiting on power restoration.

Debris cleanup from both Helene and Milton is now being handed back to the municipal regions who are the first responders for debris removal.  For those unfamiliar, generally a hurricane creates 7 years’ worth of debris that needs to be cleared and removed.  FEMA underwrites the first 10 days and reimburses the local authorities for debris removal.

Full state DOT assessments have been completed for state roads and bridges. Power restoration continues. Governor DeSantis walks through the current state of recovery. WATCH:   

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Oct 11 2024

More Mustard Seeds


Posted originally on the CTH onOctober 10, 2024 | Sundance

Faith is THE valuable thing.

Fellowship is the fuel.

Refill frequently.

As the CTH mission returns focus to important election matters, it becomes exceptionally necessary to share the message of thankfulness and focus on the priceless gift of fellowship.  Thank you for all your prayers and support.

No effort of man can separate us from our spiritual core, unless we give that effort permission. We do not.

No crisis or temporary dislocation can defeat the sense of value and common purpose found in fellowship.  Whether it is a hug, a handshake or a word messaged or spoken with genuine care.  We are a great, kind and loving people of a great, kind and loving nation.  There is much to be thankful for, especially you.

While many eyes see chaos that has enveloped some critical areas of our assembly, I see mustard seeds everywhere.  I see growing unity, increased determination, visible support and a blend of kindness that exists in unfamiliar places; indeed, places many do not want us to identify.

Perhaps like me, you are not always the best messenger for unity. In fact, having had our virtues weaponized against us, the only thing that might remain is cynicism for anything touching the sphere of politics.  However, I do have faith; buckets and buckets of it, just not in people.

We are currently living the reality of a “fundamental change” program, yet trying to get people to remember who made the fundamental change promise is akin to getting a vaccinated person to review myocarditis data.  But there is hope; lots and lots of it.  WATCH:

Oct 11 2024

A Focused Ron DeSantis Just Eviscerated Kamala Harris


Posted originally on the CTH on October 10, 2024 | Sundance 

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was asked about a political narrative that media attempted to stir up because he ‘supposedly’ did not take a phone call from Kamala Harris.  Apparently, Harris campaign mgr/operative Brian Fallon thought he could garner some political points by asking his media allies to push the story.

Appearing on CNBC, Ron DeSantis was asked about the issue.  In the mic-drop reply, DeSantis destroys Kamala’s effort.  WATCH:

https://twitter.com/i/status/1844357719731601518

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Oct 11 2024

Initial Assessment – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Gives Briefing on Hurricane Milton Impact


Posted originally on the CTH on October 10, 2024 | Sundance 

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis delivers remarks to the state and media in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton that crossed Florida overnight.

“The worst-case scenario did not unfold” … “Milton began falling apart at the coast.”

Governor Ron DeSantis delivers a strong warning about post-hurricane recovery.  Stay away from powerlines, use ladders and generators safely, be careful with chainsaws, avoid bacteria that always follows in dirty standing water.  The downstream river flow remains a concern for rising water.

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Try to stay within your immediate neighborhood for the first 36-48 hours. Keep the roadways and main arteries clear for recovery workers, power companies and fuel trucks.

Remember, when it is safe to drive, every single intersection must be treated like a four-way stop…. and YOU ARE GOING TO HAVE TO PAY ATTENTION.

Even the major intersections.

You’ll need to override your brain tendency to use memory in transit. You’ll need to pay close attention and watch for those who aren’t paying close attention.

Travel sparingly, it’s just safer.

Stage one recovery focuses on major arteries… then secondary… then neighborhood etc. It’s a process.

For the first 36-48 hours, please try to stay close to home, in your neighborhood. Another reason to stay close to home is the sketchy people who can sometimes surface, looters etc.

Staying close to home and having contact with your neighbors is just reasonable and safer.

If you are on the road and there’s a convoy of utility trucks on the road, pull over. Treat power trucks and tanker trucks like ambulances and emergency vehicles. Pull over, give them a clear road and let them pass.

Many of these smaller crews will be sleeping in cots, or in their trucks while they are working never-ending shifts. Some will be staging at evacuation shelters, likely schools and such. The need to shelter people and recovery crews might also delay the re-opening of schools.

The convenience stores with gas pumps are part of the priority network. Those will get power before other locales without power. Fuel outlets are a priority. Fuel is the lifeblood of recovery.

Hospitals, first responders, emergency facilities, fuel outlets, then comes commercial and residential.

Oct 11 2024

Hurricane Milton Departs Florida


Posted originally on the CTH on October 10, 2024 | Sundance

Hurricane Milton hit Siesta Key as a cat-3 storm with hurricane winds 35 miles from center, and Milton departs Florida near Cape Canaveral as a cat-1 storm with hurricane winds extending 35 miles from center.

Tampa Bay narrowly avoided a direct hit as Milton made landfall 70 miles south. Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, at 8:30 pm Wednesday as a Category 3 storm. At landfall, the storm was producing maximum sustained winds of 120 mph while moving toward the northeast at 15 mph.

As the sun rise Hurricane Milton leaves a wake of tremendous damage behind him across the entire state.   Assessments are now being made.

At 500 AM EDT (0900 UTC), the center of Hurricane Milton was located near latitude 28.5 North, longitude 80.5 West. Milton is moving toward the northeast near 18 mph (30 km/h) and this general motion is expected to continue today, followed by a turn toward the east tonight. On the forecast track, the center of Milton will move away from Florida and to the north of the Bahamas today.

Maximum sustained winds are near 85 mph (140 km/h) with higher gusts. Gradual weakening is expected, but Milton is forecast to become a powerful extratropical low tonight. Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 35 miles (55 km) from the center and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 205 miles (335 km). (more)

If you are in the area let us know how you are doing.

Tampa10 Livestream Below:

Oct 10 2024

The ‘Granddaddy’ of Hurricanes 1715 and 1848


Posted originally on Oct 9, 2024 By Martin Armstrong 

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In 2015,  the remains of the famous 1715 Treasure Fleet was discovered. It was actually a combination of two Spanish fleets returning from the New World loaded with gold and silver. On Wednesday, July 31at, 1715, seven days after they sailed from Cuba, all eleven ships of the fleet were lost in a hurricane along the east coast of Florida. The only ship to survive was a the French frigate Le Grifon that sailed further out to sea and lived to return to Europe with the news of horrendous storms in the New World.The 1848 hurricane was the most severe hurricane to hit Tampa Bay and was probable a Cat 5. That event reshaped the coast line in many areas. The storm occurred prior to the keeping of meteorological records so we do not know for certain. However, the storm surge is considered to be consistent with a hurricane of Category 4 or greater. The hurricane made landfall in Clearwater and exited the other side of the state at Cape Canaveral. Once in the Atlantic, it turned north and hit Newfoundland.

Hurricanes 2024

This chart before 1800 lacks the record and magnitude. The events before 1800 are major ones that people reported. They do tend to come in clusters and intensify with solorar activity as is the same with Volcanoes. We saw a low in 2021 and 2024 should have been a more active season. If next year exceeds the activity of 2024, then there is a risk on a greater number into 2027.