Breaking news from meteorologist Dr. Mel states that Hurricane Irene is on a course that could bring 100 mph winds and downpours to the Jewel on Saturday and Sunday. With this threat Wendy Coslett and Barbara Palma the Fig Fest organizers have put a "Hold" on this much anticipated event with a rain date for next weekend, Sunday September 4th at 4 PM. B-town neighbors and residents are being urged to put away chairs, tables and other items that could become projectiles with Irene's strong gusts. Some reports are claiming that this storm could be the worst that we have encountered since the early 1990's. Needless to say power outages are highly likely as a result of our unwanted guest, Irene. Get out today or at the latest tomorrow and secure batteries for flashlights, canned and dry food as well as plenty of bottled water. For those of you with pets remember to keep them indoors as strong winds can send cats and small dogs smashing into trees and or over the bluff and into the Chesapeake. Stay safe, get a good book or two and save those fig recipes for a week from now. Remember that phone lines may go down so assure that your cell phone is charged and use TEXT messaging when lines are busy. For up to date weather information click onto Betterton Weather Update.
