[TN-Bird] Hurricane Katrina

TN birders:
As of 3:30 pm Katrina is packing winds of 175 mph (hurricane force winds extend 
90 miles east of the eye) and covers an unusually large area (at the present it 
is the 4th strongest Atlantic hurricane in history at 902 mb and if it 
continues at category 5 will be only the 4th such storm to hit land since 
records began).  The potential for many different birds to be blown our way is 
quite high.  In addition to size and strength the storm is moving quite fast 
which bodes well for birds.  At this point Tuesday may be the best day as some 
forecasts speculate that the storm will be short-lived in our area before 
quickly dispersing to the east.  Wednesday would be the next best bet and it 
may all be over by Wednesday night.  Well, my academic schedule this semester 
is such that I have Tuesday off and I am interested in advice as to where to 
look especially from those with experience with Dennis, and if others are 
interested in the hunt.  I've got a 2004 Toyota Highlander with 4wd and brand 
new Michelin tires--and I'll pay gas!
Kevin Breault, Ph.D.
Brentwood, TN

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