Here's an update on the storm for those that are trying to figure out where 
to bird on Saturday. The storm track has shifted quite a bit east from the 
original track that put it over central MD at mid-day on Saturday. The storm 
is currently forecasted to make landfall near Myrtle Beach and then head 
northeast from there. At this time, the storm is expected to head across the 
extreme eastern NC mainland before reemerging over open water just below 
Norfolk, VA. The storm center will parallel the coast as the center then 
passes just east of Ocean City. This track should not be very favorable for 
many birds to show up inland, although there might be a few reports of terns 
here and there.

On the other hand, eyes should next be on Ike as this storm is starting to 
look like it might also be an impact to the east coast towards the end of 
next week. This storm is forecasted to turn northwestward, reaching the 
Bahama Islands by Tuesday. Once again, the track will likely get some 
modification, but this is a serious storm. It's currently a category 4 
hurricane with max winds of 145 MPH.

Ed Boyd
Westminster, MD