Well Earl was much less than what the forecasters were predicting.  Its impact was less than that of a good nor-easter with a lot of rain.  There are still some low-lying spots that are flooded.  If any of our customers would like us to check on there properties please let us know.

Hurricane earl is rapidly approaching.  We strongly urge anyone who has not been through a similar situation to evacuate.  If you are evacuating it would be best to leave today.  In 1991 when hurricane Bob came there was an 11 mile backup at the bridges of people trying to get off the cape.  The shelters that are available are not large enough to handle much more than the year round population of the area.  Also there is a strong possibility for the loss of power.  In 1991 the outer cape was without power for weeks, this is especially important because of the area’s reliance on well water ie for many residences no power equals no water. So please if you are thinking about evacuating do so.  If you are staying make sure that you are prepared.  Fill your tubs with water on Friday also make sure that you have plenty of drinking water and put together a “Hurricane kit,” NOAA has one here and the city of Miami has a more extensive one here.

The difference between the off season and the summer in Wellfleet is night and day.  The number of people in town now is huge.  The easiest way to see this is by watching the highway.  Today for instance it has been stop and go outside of our office since 10am this morning as people make there way down to P-Town for the carnival parade which starts at 3pm.  I’d be surprised if there is any available parking spots left in the town.

Here at the furies we really try to “enable” our customers. For instance cleaning their houses so that they can take a walk, or do something more productive or enjoyable. Or providing linen rentals so that our customers do not have to figure how to fit one more item into their car(s). They are especially important for anyone who may be flying in. Also if someone rents linens from us its one less thing to worry about, all of our sheets, towels etc. are professionally cleaned and inspected so they are guaranteed to be fresh.