But wait!

Today: Sun and clouds to start, but the storms will be here in the afternoon, might be severe. High temp of 86 and low temp of 68.
Friday: This will be our calm day...finally, but it all changes Saturday when Irene impacts the area. So we'll see the sun today, temperatures still warm, but turning muggy and the winds will be blowing.
This weekend: Watching Irene...

Hurricane Irene:
So for now, the track actually trended inward (as in more towards the city) We are looking at a direct hit on Long Island, either way...the location could be as far west as the city or as far east as Montauk.  It does show signs of weakening as it hits us, so the least we can get will be a Tropical Storm...winds from 40-60 mph (I'll narrow that speed down as it gets closer) Also the latest rain models are starting the steady rain in the afternoon on Saturday, heaviest going into Sunday/Sunday afternoon and ending by 8 pm Sunday night...totals are around 5-7 inches at most...and by Monday all we have let will be the winds.

But wait, today we have a front passing through, which means some stormy weather to end the day.  Mostly sunny start, then clouds start to move in around 3pm and storms follow. We have this chance anytime from 3pm till about midnight. Here's the breakdown...2% tornado, 15% hail, and 15% wind.  This may just break us in to brace for the hurricane!

Good news is...that after the hurricane barrels through the next 7 days look rain free! 

...also I'm on the hunt to find the best looks to sit out a hurricane and of course the cutest outfit to go out in the hurricane :)

Preparing For A Hurricane:
FOOD:
   Okay here are the essentials...milk, eggs and bread...so what else can you make with that...ummmmm FRENCH TOAST!
   Now in the case that we lose power, I recommend you go out and buy some non perishable foods...my fav are chips & salsa (FOR SURE), package tuna (or salmon), dried fruit, and I love creating new trial mixes.  My theory is that during stormy weather, chiefs stay home raiding their pantry and mixing cereals, nuts, dried fruits, oats, pretzels, chips, and chocolates) FUN FUN FUN!!!
ETC:
   Make sure you have a flashlight with charged batteries, candles are good (especially scented...not a bad idea), duhh keep your TV tuned to the news (preferably CBS 2 or News 12....not a bias request at all), having your camera, cell phone, lap top fully charged isn't a bad idea either just in case you need to take pics/videos/calls.
CLOTHES:
   I'm thinking its going to be a sweats kinda day! Finally, and not complaining either!