[ANSTHRLD] Rita

[nweders at mail.utexas.edu]

They are saying that about 85-90 per cent of the population of Galveston 
have evacuated so I think they will be fine.  They have also evacuated some 
low lying areas of Houston and such.
	
Rather than worrying, I think people should watch the news on TV and/or get 
on CNN and watch the latest.  Based on weather patterns, the  hurricanes 
seems to be shifting slightly to the northeast BUT you never know about 
weather patterns. If there seems to be any problem they will let us know.

Everyone needs to really stay calm, especially people who are further 
inland.  It sounds scarey but if you just use practical commonsense, most 
of us will be fine.  The people along the coast are the ones who have the 
most problems.  Remember to be courteous whilst driving, people are 
stressed and do stressy things.  Be friendly and be helpful.  Pre-courtesy 
and kindness helps a long way to everyone coming out well. Be compassionate 
to as many people as you can be.

Regards,

Clare