That question was twisting in the increasingly gusty
Some appeared skeptical of a forecast that indicated the storm would take a sharp turn to the west just before it has a chance to make landfall.
Among them was
"I've watched a lot of forecasts in my life, and thing about it is, any time you see a 90-degree turn to the west over the next 48 to 72 hours, there's a lot of uncertainty," Long told reporters in a
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Weather service meteorologist
Forecasters said it would be a mistake to focus on the exact forecast track or intensity of Lane, and they urged people to remain prepared for changes in the forecast.
"Lane will come dangerously close to the islands," Almanza said. "Any movement (in the forecast) could result in a landfall."
But even if Lane's eye remains offshore, severe impacts are still likely. Forecasters said residents should expect damaging wind, torrential rainfall, huge surf and ocean surge, especially as the islands sit on the most powerful side of the hurricane.
"This could be a hurricane that could change lives for generations," weather service meteorologist
Meanwhile, city, state and federal officials said they are prepared for what Lane has to offer, and they were urging residents to be ready as well.
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As of
"Even though we aren't feeling the effects of the storm yet, we think that's a good sign. People are heeding the warnings and taking action,"
Representatives from the
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At the same time, service on TheBus was offered free of charge, allowing anyone who wanted to go to their nearest shelter to do so while there was still daylight.
A few hours later
As Lane crawled northward, much of
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Beach concessions were closed, but lifeguards remained on duty in mobile patrols.
"It's a perfect storm for lifeguards," said
The veteran lifeguard advised people to avoid the beaches Friday, when conditions will be far more dangerous.
"Winds will be very strong, waves closer together, and with the high volume of water, people can be pulled into the water and out in rip currents," he said.
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