Hello all,
1. go to http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml

2. As of 11 am (EST), TD#4 is now named as Dennis.

3. At 8 am , a 50 mph gust hit St. Croix, and winds are 25+ out of the south. Even though I am in Tampa right now, I view a St. Croix weather page constantly.

4. So, this storm is directly south of St. Croix. In open Caribbean Ocean waters. Just so you know, we all remarked how hot the ocean has been this month. It is like bath water. The position of Dennis, is perfect for growth.

5. I see the prediction calls for Hurricane strength by this weekend, offshore from Tampa ( and I came up here to get away from Hurricanes)

6. It is time to secure you boats. Really. Do not wait.

7. I secured my I-17 and Hobie 33 before I left. Strip everything off, everything. Point it to the wind ( bow first), or put in a bushy field. Keep your boat away from flying objects ( lawn chairs, BBQ, roofs)

The time is now. Go.

regards,

Bruce
St. Croix