Asking for some positive vibes.

[tavernier]

Grandson is student at Florida Gulf Coast Uni in Fort Meyers. He is in school housing but they set up a shelter for those who can’t leave. We live in the Keys and didn’t want him on the road with hours of traffic and rain and tornado warnings. His roommate’s parents invited him to come and stay with them, big house, shutters, lots of food, nice and friendly family.

So what is my problem? … they live in Cape Coral, an area close to the gulf, known for flooding. If they get the storm surge… pretty guaranteed at this point… they could be in 10 feet of water.

I’m presently visiting family in Indiana so I’m no help to anyone. Freaking out just a little. He is 21 next week, but I helped to raise this one so he’s still my little boy.

[niyad]

1. sending vibes for all in Ian's path.

[bronxiteforever]

2. Sending those positive vibes.

[Deuxcents]

3. Just my opinion..

He’s safer at the school than in Cape Coral. I live in Ft Myers n the Cape is always flooding n much closer to the coast than the school. I hope whatever he decides, he’s safe

[tavernier]

12. Those were my thoughts too

But he rode with his roommate and now he is there. My daughter spoke with the parents and they said that they have a very large hurricane proof concrete home, they are on high ground, abd have loads of supplies and will take care of him like their own. But I do wish that he had stayed on campus because I am aware that FGCU is further in land and I’m sure their shelter facilities are top notch for their students.

[people]

17. Sounds like he will be very safe

It sounds like the family he is staying with is very well prepared, especially if their home is hurricane proof and concrete and on high ground. His roommate's parents sound like they take the danger of hurricanes completely seriously and are well prepared. I will be thinking about your grandson and sending him good, caring vibes.

[ShazzieB]

18. +1!

It sounds like those folks know exactly what they're doing. Sending good vibes!

[cate94]

4. Sending

[GreenWave]

5. Grand Artificer of this cosmos and many unknown...

Please protect this one from harm and all around him.

[LeftInTX]

6. Sending positive vibes.

May I ask..Would it be better if he stayed on the campus shelter?

[SheltieLover]

7. Protection vibes on the way to him & All good folks there

💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓

[peacebuzzard]

8. thanks for the heads up. thinking of you and your son.

praying for you.

[AngryOldDem]

9. You've got them.

I can only imagine how frightening this must be.

Please keep us posted in the coming days.

[303squadron]

10. I agree with Deuxcents

Cape Coral was built on a swamp. They dug miles and miles of canals and used the fill dirt to raise up the city. Every canal connected to the Caloosahatchee will get storm surge. FGCU is inland. Much more protected!

[recovering_democrat]

11. Positive vibes from the area

I am in Sarasota County, doing all the prep we can. Supposedly pretty direct for this area. Thoughtful for all in this area, wishing the best.

Learned years ago that Florida resources and residents learn lot and all relevant agencies here are incredibly professional.

Based on your description, he is likely in the best possible site for now. Joining you all for hoping for the best!

[MiHale]

13. Vibes for safety

[PortTack]

14. Good thoughts for you and yours!!

[leftstreet]

15. +vibes

[LoisB]

16. Good vibes for your grandson's safety, that of his host family, and everyone in Ian's path.

[ancianita]

19. Man, tavernier, I truly feel you.

If the family he's staying with has a mandatory evacuation order, he should definitely go with them. Everything near the coast will be underwater.

They have today to move out, just to get to higher ground, even if they're still caught in the hurricane. I hope they're not unwise about evacuating. IF he has a car, he should evacuate himself even if they don't. He should head north to the middle of the state above Lake Okeechobee. Anywhere away from inland lakes, like Yeehaw Junction; if he routes it on his gps, it should only take him a few hours.

I hope the best for your son. This is a traumatic disaster for everyone.

[Joinfortmill]

20. I prayed for him. I'm a Nana.

[tavernier]

23. ...

❤️

[forgotmylogin]

21. Sending vibes.

The good thing about Florida is most places aren't a long drive from higher ground.



Poster 19 explained it right - if necessary he should try to evacuate away from capes and all those little islands and the coast and move inland and he'll be fine!

[Meowmee]

22. I hope he is ok.

I thought the storm hit already? We had some terrible wind 2 days ago and then a surprise severe lt and rain storm. Tg no actual h. Butbif we did have on and lose power no teaching maybe 😹

[MLAA]

24. Sending 💖💖💖💖💖

[CaptainTruth]

25. Sending good vibes!!!

[calimary]

26. Keeping a vigil with you, tavernier.

For you and your loved ones in Ian’s path.

[malaise]

27. Sending good vibes

[Warpy]

28. I hope he's got sense enough to pay attention to the forecast

By tomorrow morning, there should be a better defined track for this thing.

I wouldn't want to be in a stick built house within a mile of the seashore, but that might just be me. Reinforced concrete is more likely to stay standing, but people inside had better hope for higher floors and interior hallways if they catch the eye wall and surge.

[nolabear]

29. I'm sorry. I hope they're inland a bit.

I’ve been through a few hurricanes, though always left. I’ll be hoping Ian weakens and speeds up so it passes soon.

Is your place in the Keys secure? I know it’s further up but you know those stupid storms.

[Kaleva]

30. Positive vibes sent!

[wendyb-NC]

31. Sending safety vibes for him

Hoping that he is ultra safe where he is staying, also that, Ian, steers clear of the house, and the flooding doesn't overwhelm that area.
I will send positive thoughts both your ways.

I still worry about my kids. They are 42,32, and 26 years old, and still my little boys, too. Oh well, it's just the way things are.

[Bluethroughu]

32. Sending break it up vibes.

Storm dissipate please.

Age or competence is no factor in worry for a loved one.

[Cha]

33. Positive Very Best of Good Luck

Vibes to your Grandson and all those who are taking him in!

[hlthe2b]

34. My thougts and best wishes to all in harm's way. I hope that your Grandson escapes

any and all storm threats but it does sound like his roommate's parents are prepared.