It is great to know that something designed for fun, recreation and enjoyment can also serve a greater purpose. The “Travel Tools” section of www.thebeachiscalling.org can do just that in times such as the weekend’s tropical weather outbreak. The “Weather” page has information travelers need to know such as current conditions and weather alerts.

Good neighbors are priceless. For folks in Mississippi and Louisiana who evacuated ahead of Hurricane Gustav, good neighbors could be found throughout Alabama. Shelters were set up and staffed, and aid and comfort was available. Neighborly attitudes are sure to continue as people are beginning to return home.

Whew!

All media eyes are on the Gulf Coast. Now is the time for everyone to already be in their safe place. Many, many people have heeded the warning and have evacuated the coastal areas of Louisiana and Mississippi. Other areas like the Alabama Gulf Coast and the Florida panhandle will have minimal impact. They will still experience rough surf and high winds, but the damage will not be as severe as it will be more to the west.