Today in New Orleans, we are enjoying a rare ‘triple t(h)reat’ of weather excitement. We are currently under warning for tornadoes, flash floods, and a hurricane. Yippee! There’s no wind of any sort but it has been raining steadily for over 24 hours and the ground is fully saturated. New rain just piles up on top of the old rain, which hasn’t been pumped over the levees yet. the expected ‘more rain’ this evening could well set parked cars into motion. A friend called to report that water had already breached the door of her car parked outside, and another call reports a television set floating down rampart street. we’re leaving the Doctorcliff enclave to head for higher ground – a friend with a 2-story place. We worked out a supply list which includes lots of beer, chex mix, and ammo. The only lacking provision (to be picked up en route) is a bottle of scotch.