Report from Galveston:
September 12. 5:10 AM CDT. Galveston, TX. Woke up by concussion of large waves crashing into seawall, with water spilling over the highway. Water level still has a way to go, maybe 5-6 feet. I think the expected 25 foot surge will top the wall(s) in some areas. Water appears (with night vision) to be going completely over outer regions of piers. Doubt those buildings over the water will survive. I’m leaving this motel near the water to head to a Cat-5 proof hotel (bunker). Streets empty. Police escorting last evacuees out of town, come going code 3. Unless some of the satellite trucks find high ground, they will be flooded. I don’t think some of the media are aware of storm surges. Looks like heavy (and dangerous) northern rain bands will hit in advance of the core by mid-day. A lot of people here were thinking it was going to hit (bad part) at 2-3 AM. This may not be the case as the north eyewall may be the most severe portion.
For those who have not been in Galveston, area near seawall is higher than the main portion of town to the north. I suspect this area could flood quite easily. Local media calling for a 25 foot storm surge now along the Galveston coast.
Very likely to see tornadoes embedded in rain bands.
Will update with pictures and information in the next few days.
Warren
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You are amazing! This is one of the first times I have been on this website and im very impressed! Besides the fact that it scares me to death that my uncle is out there is the madness… im a very proud niece!
I hope all is well with you! (and your little dog too!)
Stay Safe!