Post by: Xairbusdriver on October 15, 2006, 03:06:10 PM
I think we have another TSer out there, also.
Post by: Mrious_be on October 16, 2006, 08:46:14 AM
Hope he is ok, and hope the quacke didn't leave to much damage in general.
Post by: RHPConsult on October 16, 2006, 10:40:01 AM
I found while watching TV yesterday that "network" news is generally clueless (in NYC) about Hawaiian geography, so the constant repetition of the same film clips and the same "bulletins" was hardly instructive.
The major environmental damage/disruption (fortunately no tsunami) appears to have been on the Big Island of Hawaii, with the quake's epicenter off its northwest tip. Al lives 170 miles away on Oahu, where, among other possibilities, some undefined (unreported) structural problems shut down Oahu's electrical grid yesterday (apparently all of it). FYI = they do not have the benefit of a 2700 mile extension cord connecting them to Grand Coulee. Bringing it back up is, mechnically and electrically, a painstaking and relatively slow process. The electrical utility down there is one of the most reliable and self-reliant organizations anyone could ask for.
I've just read that perhaps 50% of Oahu's customers have their power restored now (Monday, 0830 PDT). Let's hope that included Al. I've also sent him a inquiry. The State's principal daily newspaper's web site is either down or flooded w/calls, so I could not get it to appear on my monitor.
One other point. There is more to the Aloha Spirit than meets the tourist eye. You can expect that the many communities/people affected by this disaster will genuinely work to help each other, in sharp contast to some behaviors following recent national disasters elsewhere.
Post by: dolphin on October 16, 2006, 10:55:08 AM
Post by: Gregg on October 16, 2006, 08:23:59 PM
QUOTE(RHPConsult @ Oct 16 2006, 10:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I've just read that perhaps 50% of Oahu's customers have their power restored now (Monday, 0830 PDT). Let's hope that included Al. I've also sent him a inquiry.
Since he hasn't posted, I suspect he's without power, and that in itself will keep him busy. Let's hope we hear from him soon.
There was actually a pretty decent explanation of the geologic forces on the news tonight. It was drastically simplified of course. That way, I could follow it!
Post by: Al on October 16, 2006, 10:24:36 PM
Went without power for about 20 hours and am back up now. All is well, no injuries from here and around my neighborhood. the only known injury report so far is a broken arm on the Big Island.
One house about 2 miles from here caught fire and we almost had another only a block away, but, before anyone could get to the family the fire was out within a minute. Guessing they had it under control. Thank God.
alot of structural damage on the Big Island, roads washed out and a whole lot stuff shaken off the shelves making quite a mess.
Other than that, we had a BBQ to make food. Can't beat that.
BTW, the aftershocks total over 30 from the the initial earthquack. I haven't even seen a news report yet because all TV was out for the most part and we were the last district to get power back.
Thanks for everyones concerns and wishes, bless you all. We made it out unscaved.
Aloha,
Post by: Al on October 16, 2006, 10:29:40 PM
http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/...9682710435.html
Post by: RHPConsult on October 16, 2006, 10:38:40 PM
Really reassuring news that HECO's grid being down was the principal inconvenience on Oahu. I heard from MECO today and they apparently have most everything up and humming today.
Have you heard whether Hilo airport is open yet? Prior to Sunday morning, I had plans to spend Wednesday of next week working at HELCO.
Are you OK for breakfast on Friday morning, 10/28? Sam Choy's?
Post by: Al on October 16, 2006, 10:41:32 PM
I am not sure about Hilo Airport, but, i will find out for you.
Aloha friend.
Post by: jepinto on October 17, 2006, 07:18:57 AM
Al is OK!!
Post by: kelly on October 17, 2006, 07:24:53 AM
Post by: jcarter on October 17, 2006, 07:32:07 AM
But Buffalo NY got wasted with one of those lake effect surprise snowstorms. Some people are still without power and its about a week, no heat unless theyve got wood stoves. 6 people dead so far.
Do we have any TSers near Buffalo?
Jane
Post by: kcourt on October 17, 2006, 10:30:40 AM
Glad to hear you are OK - I know about earthquakes, and their damage and fear factor - since I live in California. and have experienced quite a few myself.
Kathy
Post by: Mrious_be on October 17, 2006, 12:06:01 PM
Post by: Gregg on October 17, 2006, 12:18:01 PM
I've never seen Buffalo in a member's "profile" info.
Post by: krissel on October 18, 2006, 02:32:57 AM
Post by: LR827 on October 18, 2006, 02:10:07 PM
Glad to hear your ohana and hale are safe.
Aloha nui loa, brah.