HurricaneJosh Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 So... I've decided to pull the trigger.I'm bypassing the Keys scenario in order to really sink my teeth into what could be a real, red-meat cyclone landfall on the C Gulf Coast. Leaving for Atlanta in the morning, then driving down. At this point, I'm prepared for landfalls anywhere from Bay St. Louis, MS, to Apalachicola, FL-- and ready to adjust as needed.This will be my first USA chase after a string of difficult Mexican expeditions, and my first Gulf Coast chase since 2008. It's interesting, the Mexico chases are the chaser's equivalent of altitude training-- you learn how to scratch out success with less tools at your disposal, in less comfortable conditions, etc.-- and you come out of them lean, mean, conditioned, and ready to tackle anything. Given this, I'm really excited for what I think will be a slightly easier chase in my own country.This aside, I'm wondering if Isaac might break the USA's spectacular spell of no major-hurricane landfalls, which started back in October 2005.Here I come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrips27 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I'm honored you picked my city to fly into. Have fun chasing and good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disc Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Get us some good video and pics while you're in the eye, Josh . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superstorm93 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Best of luck to you Josh! I grew up in Louisiana, so PM me if you have any questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riptide Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Awesome! I'm quite confident that Isaac will be a solid addition to your collection of cane chases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Awesome Josh. Have fun and stay safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donsutherland1 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck with the chase, Josh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo! Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 good luck my friend..will be keeping eye as it roars past here in swfl. stay safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott747 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Best of luck to you Josh! I grew up in Louisiana, so PM me if you have any questions. I've had a harsh reeducation session with him on how to handle the locals. As most know he didn't adhere to it the first time and almost resulted in a beat down and incarceration by a couple of nice and courteous lady officers in Franklin. If the track keeps shifting W I might be joining him just so someone is there to bail him out if he gets all out of line like his first foray into Cajun Country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunkman Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Now that lots of US phone towers have generators and such, have you thought about trying to stream at all during the chase? Just curious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icebreaker5221 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck Josh! Let's hope this thing either slows down or speeds up so we can get some daytime video! (although even if it's a Tue night landfall, I'm sure there will be some nice waves to record during the day ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hm8 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 The chances for a last-minute intensifying cyclone just skyrocketed. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtlehurricane Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Excited to follow the chase! There's been a thought in the back of my mind of driving down to the Gulf coast from here in Wisconsin, closest a hurricane landfall can be pretty much. 1000 miles away which is an 18 hour drive, gas would be $250 total and maybe another $200 for other expenses?... downside is if I bring my own vehicle into that it could get messed up even if careful, and the semester is bearing down upon me. This is probably my only chance for a long time though. Hm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunkman Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Excited to follow the chase! There's been a thought in the back of my mind of driving down to the Gulf coast from here in Wisconsin, closest a hurricane landfall can be pretty much. 1000 miles away which is an 18 hour drive, gas would be $250 total and maybe another $200 for other expenses?... downside is if I bring my own vehicle into that it could get messed up even if careful, and the semester is bearing down upon me. This is probably my only chance for a long time though. Hm. I think you could do it in 16 hours. If you decide soon you can probably get some rest in before the storm. I assume it's grad school in some weather related field, so I doubt it would be too hard to find a co-pilot. I would go for it, you only live once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ground Scouring Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 00Z GFS has definitely trended west and shows steady NW movement toward a landfall just SE of NOLA. Given the increased likelihood that the trough will bypass Isaac, I would give the west camp--meaning LA--solid support now. Josh, do you have open routes to Plaquemines and Saint Bernard Parishes? I would look for good contacts there. Slidell might be a good staging location to consider if trends hold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superstorm93 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I've had a harsh reeducation session with him on how to handle the locals. As most know he didn't adhere to it the first time and almost resulted in a beat down and incarceration by a couple of nice and courteous lady officers in Franklin. If the track keeps shifting W I might be joining him just so someone is there to bail him out if he gets all out of line like his first foray into Cajun Country. That would be a very good idea. Locals and law enforcement really don't like to see "outta-staters" messing around during a hurricane. It's also a very, very good idea to have a spotter if you decide to go down to the swampy areas in SLA. Most would be surprised to watch how fast those things rise. Hell who knows... I might even take a red-eye to LA if this becomes something big. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott747 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 0z Morgan City/Mouth Mississippi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ground Scouring Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 0z Morgan City/Mouth Mississippi Almost Betsy-esque (1965), I would dare to say. The rapid NW movement would reduce the prospect of weakening prior to LF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HurricaneJosh Posted August 26, 2012 Author Share Posted August 26, 2012 Thanks, everyone, for these really kind words. I love these threads-- it's like everyone comes along on the chase to help. Scott: I'll speak with you in a bit. P.S. I think I've proven my abilities to deal skillfully with a locals in a variety of exotic locales. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
U_Thant Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck, man! I'll be following you closely...er when I can and am not dealing with local effects. (I guess the office tour will have to wait for another day ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterymix Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Best of luck, Josh. GFS is hinting at historic flood surge in Mobile Bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck, Josh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott747 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 S of Lake Charles at hr 102 near the coast and Cameron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott747 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Crosses into Texas around Orange at hr 111. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeeffectkid383 Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck Josh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtlehurricane Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I think you could do it in 16 hours. If you decide soon you can probably get some rest in before the storm. I assume it's grad school in some weather related field, so I doubt it would be too hard to find a co-pilot. I would go for it, you only live once. I have the same feeling, these sort of opportunities are few and far between. I found this guide to hurricane chasing on stormtrack, pretty sobering. Going to have to think about this quite a bit before pulling the trigger, which I'll have to do by Monday if I do. http://www.stormtrac...rricane-Chasing Josh makes it look easy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sock Puppet Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck Josh. Can't wait to see video (make sure it's better than the last one ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUmet Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good luck Josh! You're in for a real treat I think... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tornadotony Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 If you see a Doppler radar mounted on the back of a cab with a University of Alabama in Huntsville logo on the door, give me a honk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stebo Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Good Luck, Josh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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