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I feel the earth move under my feet....

11/11/2012

 
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Yes, you read the title of this blog post correctly. I not only felt the earth move, I heard the pots rattle, and felt the counter shake. I experienced my first ever earthquake on top of LeConte. I have heard stories of other crew experiencing them, but this was my first. I have seen it being talked about by friends in Lexington, Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and Asheville. It was a 4.3 and the epicenter was near Whitesburg, KY. As of now, the buildings are shaking for another reason. We are experiencing some crazy wind. I was about blown off the deck when I went out to capture the sunrise. I am sure the folks who made it out to sunrise at Myrtle were hanging on for dear life. We were just informed by the park service that there is a high wind advisory going into effect this evening. Are they sure there is not one already in effect? The good news is the snow is melting. We are down to a mere 9". The high yesterday was 56 with a low of 35. These higher temperatures and wind will help to melt the snow quicker. In the meantime, I will put on my ruby red shoes, just in case. I want to make sure I can make it home to LeConte.
H Clark
11/10/2012 11:50:38 pm

The effects of the quake lasted a few seconds in Richmond, KY. Since the weather is improving, I may attempt one more hike to the Lodge before seasons' end. If not, enjoy your off season and will see you in the Spring.

Tony Ga
11/11/2012 12:05:10 am

"I feel the sky tumbling down"?

Pat N.
11/11/2012 12:09:17 am

Wow! What an experience! Indeed, put on the ruby red shoes...with stabilicers...click heels 3 times and repeat, "There's no place like home."

doug
11/11/2012 12:58:06 am

12:09pm EST. My house shook from top to bottom for a few seconds because of the quake which was centered to the east of here in London, KY. I recorded the time, latitude and longitude, and other information and submitted it to the USGS which encourages people to do so when a quake occurs. Whitesburg, KY sits next to the Pine Mountain Overthrust fault which is studied by some engineering/geology schools. I had wondered if it was felt up on Leconte. I wouldn't want to live anywhere near a major fault zone.

Susan
11/11/2012 02:45:28 am

Thank you all for wonderful food and service at the too on Friday night. What great beauty we saw. I love this blog. Looking forward to next year!

Debi
11/11/2012 04:01:50 am

If the earthquake didn't shake it off the wind will. The snow that is. Hold on to your hats kids! Love the picture today Allyson, had to work for that one. Looks good.

Sherleen
11/11/2012 08:46:41 am

Beautiful picture .We are going to miss you when you are gone.Looking forward to the winter magr. though.God bless all crew and see/read you next year . :-)

Tammy Henderson
11/11/2012 12:23:08 pm

Allyson, my husband Randy and I stayed on the mountain Tue. Night last week (sorry we missed you)! The Snow was Wonderful, the meals were Excellent, and the Crew was more the Gracious! We want to THANK the CREW for All the HARD WORK you all do to share this AMAZING MOUNTAIN with us!!!!!! May GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Jim Cox
11/11/2012 12:29:42 pm

Wow, record early snow and a earthquake!! Take care!

Chad
11/11/2012 02:47:12 pm

Hurricanes, Blizzards, and Earthquakes, Oh My!
What an exhilarating season above the Smokies!!!

Kim
11/11/2012 11:17:01 pm

We were hiking up and didnt feel it. Definitely felt the wind and it was crazy. I didnt know there was a wind advisory. It wasnt bad til above the bluffs. Thank you Alan for the great service.


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