storm veers off to the east and doesn't hit us, doesn't hit us hard, but we can't depend on mother nature being so kind. we have to prepare for the worst and hope for the best. just because thinks the first time we've had a mandatory evacuation of any part of this city i once again want to repeat, this is very serious, do not be fooled by the sun outside. that is the calm before the storm. and you just can't wait until gale force winds and driving rains arrive. it will be too late then. you have to start your preparations to leave right now. keep in mind, after noon tomorrow you're not going to have the advantage of mass transit to help you do that. so if you were to leave today that would be very helpful and tomorrow if you call access a ride, jay walder will talk about it, they just don't have the