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Old 10-05-2016, 03:30 PM
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Default Turnpike from Ft Lauderdalr

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Originally Posted by Junebugs View Post
We are trying to decide whether it would be better to drive to TV or stay here in South Florida. We are near Ft. Lauderdale about 7 miles from the ocean. The latest maps from National Hurricane Center shows the hurricane is about the same distance from both locations. Ten years ago, when Wilma hit, we were without power for two weeks. I am wondering which location is most likely to have power and suffer less damage.
We drove from Pompano Beach, via the Turnpike this morning, arriving in TV about noon. No problems and "average" traffic. If you haven't left yet, I would consider leaving for TV ASAP. It will be safer in TV than the east coast of Florida IMHO.
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