Updated: Hurricane Harvey: ETA UPDATE

Parts of Texas are about to get hammered by life threatening parts of rain. 20" or more in Houston, 30-40” south of there. Some of the predictions have said some areas could see up to 48" (that's four feet) of rain over a 3 or 4 day period. This could be epically horrible for those in the path of Harvey.

I'm far enough North that we're going to be fine, but if we have any fabbers in South or Central Texas, I'm worried about you so please be careful and do check in to let us know
A) that you're ok
B) is there anything you need

ETA: UPDATE. My idiot boss (I'm using that term affectionately here, as this is one of the craziest thing I've seen him do but my God it's so amazing) has gone and bought a flat bottomed boat and hitched it up to his Hummer and packed his bags and his son up and headed towards Houston to help with rescues. Boss is ex-army, son is ex-marines so they're both well equipped to do such a thing. America's veterans, still freaking serving! Of course, it means that I'm stuck working every day until he gets back, but if that's how I can contribute something to the search & recovery efforts then that's what I'll do.

So the boss spent Monday working with FEMA, the national guard, and Harris county/Houston officials doing search & rescue. As they were getting ready to find somewhere safe to park & sleep in the truck for the night, the transmission on the Hummer. He didn't know what he was going to do. A man named Manuel stopped and asked him if he was doing rescues; when he heard about the car trouble, he towed them to a hotel. The next day, boss went back out in the boat, and then Manuel took my boss and his son to his house. Manuel fed and sheltered my boss & his son. Today, Manuel drove my boss to college station to rent a car (boss had spoken with someone and reserved one to get home). Of course there were NO RENTAL CARS AVAILABLE. Manuel drove my boss home to Dallas. I am humbled by Manuel's generosity of spirit, and grateful that he took care of my friend and his son. #Houstonstrong I'm going to go dry my eyes now.

My boss is giving me Friday off, which means I have 3 days to rest (and catch up on household chores) before I have to go back to work

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unfrumped

Veteran

I have family in Houston so am praying, watching, phoning.

cindysmith

I hope your family stays safe, unfrumped

Debbie

My daughter is coming in from Houston to ride out the storm here in San Antonio. The winds here are suppose to gust to hurricane strength here. Everyone please stay safe.

Anonymous

Thanks, Cindy. The animal shelter I volunteer at is taking in animals that were in danger of emergency euthanasia as coastal shelters are being evacuated. We were able to take in a bunch of newborn kittens that would have been euthanized. We are hoping for the best in a scary situation. People have been bringing by extra food and cat litter for our newest residents.

Xtabay I am going to run a bag of dog food and cat food by the shelter tomorrow.

Good idea to remember the animals. Stay safe, everyone.

rachylou

Praying for everybody.

Debbie, stay safe and weather aware. That's a lot of wind and rain!

Xtabay, thank you for taking in animals that wouldn't otherwise survive this disaster that is coming! If there's any kind of link where I can donate a few bucks to your shelter, please comment with it. I can't give much but I can feed a cat or puppy a few meals for sure. Debbie, thanks for helping the animals with food!

Prayers for everyone in that hurricane's path! Stay safe.

Cindy and Debbie, you're the best! Here's the website of the shelter: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/

I hope you ride out the storm safely. This is a big one!

Ledonna N.

Praying for all in that area. Oh it is supposed to be pretty bad. Please stay safe and let us know.

Diana

Holy cow, that is a lot of rain. Stay safe, everyone!

Janet

(website)

I've been listening to coverage. My niece is in the hospital south of Houston, not far from Galveston bay, so I'm keeping a close eye on this. I'm going to visit her in a couple of weeks, and she's going through a tough enough time without the stress and potential disruption and danger of this storm. I'm really hoping that everyone stays safe. I'm marveling at how many people seem to be staying in place despite the recommended evacuation. Did they not see what happened after Katrina?

Angie

Fashion Stylist

My thoughts are with you and your loved ones. Stay safe. Debbie, you are a SAINT.

deb

Take care all of you in Harvey's path.

JAileen

I hope everyone is being careful.

I hope that all who are able to evacuate can and will. My family in South Florida lost everything they had in Hurricane Andrew. They chose to stay put, and my sister still has nightmares about it.

Eliza

All good thoughts to fabbers in the storm's path. Wishing everyone safety and minimal disruption. Nature can be very humbling.

texstyle

Many families and friends of neighbors are coming up here from areas south of us (San Antonio, Houston, etc.) - we are far enough north to only have to deal with generalized flooding and such, but we've seen rivers take away big portions of small towns in the hill country before so it is always better to play it safe. The area grocery store was packed with people stocking up as they are having out of town guests coming in to ride out the storm.

At least there has been ample warning for this one.

Style Fan

Thinking of everyone. You are a saint Xtabay. Thank you.

Jane

Sending positive thoughts to those affected.

Firecracker (Sharan)

Take care, everyone!
I'm very glad not to be living in Houston right now. I was there for a major storm and flooding in 2001, but nothing like this one that is forecast.

Xtabay, I couldn't send much (my road trip went over budget on gas, by a lot) but hopefully it helps a sweet little animal.

Cindy, a big thank you! All donations are most welcome and very appreciated. It will be well-used, I assure you. Those dogs and kitties are always hungry!

Xtabay, thanks for that link. Donated!

Checking in on everyone from the airport. Hope you're safe. Thanks for the link Xtabay. Sorry I missed it in my first comment.

Janet, a warm and sincere thank you on behalf of the animals you've helped! We are working hard at keeping the shelter's storm drains open so we don't flood. So far, so good, despite torrential rains with more on the way.

Angie, thanks for checking in. Have a lovely trip, and I hope you find your Papa well and happy.

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Texas.

My DD's street is flooded but they expect ( hope) home is on high enough ground. Stocked up on essentials for baby and pups. Do not expect to get in to work for a day or 2 at least.

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