Community Chat

[Mindy D]

Eta dumped so much water that our block is still flooded out in the street. We can't drive out of our house. The water has pooled in the center of the block. It just sits there without receding. The water was like this all over both Dade and Broward counties in the first two days after Eta but in many places the water has receded.
Our drainage system relies on a series of components,( too complicated to describe briefly), to work but it's so overloaded with water that it can't. I've called the related agencies but for now WE'RE STUCK. 

[KailaS]

So sorry to hear of your situation.  The system seems to have produced a great deal of water.

[Mindy D]

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@KailaS wrote:

So sorry to hear of your situation.  The system seems to have produced a great deal of water.

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Yes, and the largest amount dumped was right over us. 

[MoonieBaby]

@Mindy D 

Sounds dreadful, and unsafe.  Mindy - try not to get overwhelmed.

For your safety please be very careful, water is a monster when it comes to damage, as are all of momma nature's strengths - man and beast are no match.  

I guess you are frustrated and bored, maybe even angry at the lack of resources for aid. 

Who could blame you - I know I'd be!

Please be patient and safe, I enjoy your board comments and want them around for a DANG LONG TIME to come.

[FancyPhillyshopper]

At least the phone and Internet are working so you are not totally isolated.  Is this an ongoing occurrence on your block for major storms?

There are some streets in NJ near the shore that have the same problem, so lots of people are building their houses on higher stilts.

Maybe you should invest in a little motorboat!

[catter70]

Hoping everything will be cleared up soon for you. Stay safe.

[shelbyshelbyshelby]

My CPA informed me that the Honduras has been hit very hard . I know that one things that they have been effected , but there are those that have suffered more . Donations would be appreciated for those that have truly suffered in other countries . Don't  get me wrong I feel for those who have suffered for what ever reason.

[pitdakota]

Oh my goodness @Mindy D, hope the water drains off sometime soon!!! 

[ValuSkr]

I'm sorry to hear this.  Can you at least walk to stores - pharmacy and supermarket?

[FiddleDeeDee]

@Mindy D  I hear ya regarding the flooding. Parts of my community look like houses are little islands; it's ridiculous how the sewer and drains were designed KNOWING that this kind of weather occurs in this area. Just....why?

We're looking at streams/rivers overflowing for the next 48 hours and warnings are all over the place. My son has to cross one and when he returns tonight from work, will not be going in tomorrow. Our local grocery stores all closed at 8pm due to the flooding/cresting. No loss of power so far. 

DH is supposed to go to his office on the bay. He is going in 4 hours later but still....not sure if he'll even attempt it. 

Hang in there!!!!