Here's another one of those "cya" signs we love so much -- seen earlier this year at a trailhead. At least this one rhymes.
Maybe there really are some people somewhere who don't already know that it's best to take shelter when it's pouring down rain and thundering.
I was reminded of this photo because Southwest Florida's summer rainy season seems to have arrived early this year and we've had wild afternoon thunderstorms for the past several days.
We're still surprised that it can be a hot day while it's raining. In Oregon (our former home) it rains in the Winter and that rain is bone-chilling.
Here, we may need the air conditioner on even while it's pouring outside.
The rain is definitely needed here .... and its nice to have a few hours every day to go outside, so we aren't complaining (too much).
Phew, I'll bet you need the a/c ESPECIALLY when it's raining. I remember the feeling of humidity. Yes, I do.
Posted by: Clair Z. | May 13, 2013 at 03:51 PM
That's a great CYA. Great reading when you're out there with no cover--like the NWS warnings when you're hundreds of miles from home on the open road. Gulp!
Posted by: SandyCarlson | May 07, 2013 at 06:48 PM
that reminds me of tropical storms when I lived in Malawi,
Posted by: craftygreenpoet | May 07, 2013 at 09:07 AM
Dearest Sallie,
Oh,rainy season and Thunderstorm warning☆☆☆ Our rainy season starts June. Sign with rhyme; I loved to read it♬♬♬ it sure must impress people much. To tell you the truth, I've never lived outside of my city; and will never be p;) I always wish to experience living in ifferent environment. Oregon to Florida sounds fun(*^_^*)
Sending you lots of love and hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
Posted by: Yamda Miyako (orchid) | May 05, 2013 at 05:06 AM
Good advice
Posted by: Ramblingwoods | May 04, 2013 at 03:27 PM
Weather advice often comes in great rhyming couplets!
Posted by: Lesley | May 04, 2013 at 11:44 AM
Wise advice!
Posted by: Lindy | May 03, 2013 at 08:27 PM
It's amazing how many people do not heed the weather. Where there is thunder, there is lightening. Good sign.
Posted by: Penny | May 03, 2013 at 02:08 PM
Granny told us to NEVER live in place where you don't need sprinklers to water your lawn in the summer.
Posted by: Pat | May 02, 2013 at 02:46 PM
My experience has been that a good percentage of population lacks basic mental facility and therefore a sign like this is imperative. And even those who know better, sometimes think they will never get hit by lightning. In Florida, you are 7 times more likely to be hit by lightning than win the lottery!
We are the Lightning Capital of the World! :) Notice I did not say the Enlightenment Capital of the World!
Posted by: Lowell | May 02, 2013 at 12:19 PM
This is a great sign! I've never seen one like it before.
Happy Thursday, friend. ☺
Posted by: Dana | May 02, 2013 at 11:14 AM
Fortunately I know that ! It's a long time we hadn't a thunderstorm !
Posted by: Gattina | May 02, 2013 at 09:33 AM
Don't stand out in the storm, Sallie!
Posted by: Barb | May 02, 2013 at 09:26 AM
Ooo - I like thunderstorms as long as they are not too near.
Posted by: Lady Fi | May 02, 2013 at 08:43 AM
Have to be careful with rain/thunder/lightning on golf course
Posted by: Joe Todd | May 02, 2013 at 07:51 AM
Cute sign. We had a terrible thunderstorm roll through here yesterday and more expected this afternoon. Coming from drought-stricken Texas it's a nice change. Although I don't like this much rain, I look around at the lush vegetation and realize the trade-off is worth it. :)
Posted by: Gail | May 02, 2013 at 07:51 AM
Great post:) Greetings
Posted by: ZielonaMila | May 02, 2013 at 07:14 AM
We are having some cool, rainy days here as well! At least it clears the air! :)
Posted by: Selma, Ala., Daily Photo | May 02, 2013 at 06:21 AM
A very good tittle, Sallie ! Here too, it's rainy and thunder (why ? we don't know) season ! Just while I'm writing this comment hailstones are falling just on my blooming flowers, tulips, and iris. I hate them (hailstones !)
Posted by: Annie | May 02, 2013 at 06:10 AM
oh we've been caught in some surprise thunder/lightning storms where we've had to run for cover...scary! i don't mess around with lightning!
Posted by: Tanya | May 02, 2013 at 03:55 AM
Hahaha, what kind of folks do they breed in your neck of the woods who actually NEED these signs?? No matter, they're great to photograph, right?!?!
Posted by: Red Nomad OZ | May 02, 2013 at 02:41 AM
Always best to read signs, especially when it concerns you safety. I would think the rain would have a cooling effect. Have a great day!
Posted by: Eileen | May 02, 2013 at 02:18 AM
ein sehr vernünftiger Hinweis
LG in den Tag vom katerchen der kein Gewitter hat
Posted by: katerchen | May 01, 2013 at 11:27 PM
I like the rhyme! We have severe thunderstorms here in the summer because the humidity gets so high. Global warming I guess.
Posted by: Karen | May 01, 2013 at 07:13 PM
i do like the rhyme! :)
Posted by: TexWisGirl | May 01, 2013 at 06:32 PM
I'd like to give this sign to my husband! I am terrified of storms, so when they start I run inside! Him? HE heads OUTDOORS to watch the storm come in!
Posted by: Pat | May 01, 2013 at 06:32 PM
I remember when I used to love walking in thunderstorms. I can remember doing that at the beach as well as around the neighborhood. I stopped in my early twenties but I used to love to do that. I guess the sign is for people like me in my younger years.
Posted by: Carver | May 01, 2013 at 06:30 PM
i hope our rains would come early, too. the heat now is unbearable! i like this sign, Sallie...some people need to be reminded.:p
Posted by: Luna Miranda | May 01, 2013 at 06:14 PM
Shocking.
Posted by: Andy | May 01, 2013 at 06:11 PM
I will have to show this one to Buddy. He is off again this summer to NH or Maine to those mountains he loves so much. He'll like the sign. genie
Posted by: genie | May 01, 2013 at 05:26 PM
This looks like excellent advice.
Posted by: Taken For Granted | May 01, 2013 at 04:18 PM
Warm rain here also in the summer months.Plus the humidity can go through the roof!
Amusing sign, I wonder how many take notice? Here, city drivers for reasons beyond common sense, seem to drive faster??
I guess they think less water will fall on the car. No wonder there are so many accidents on roads when it is raining. I think the heavier the rain, the faster they drive. Bloody madness.
Cheers
Colin (Brisbane. Australia)
Weather report: Beautiful Autumn sunny day.
Posted by: Colin Huggins | May 01, 2013 at 03:07 PM
love the rhyming sign. isn't it funny to have ac on while it's pouring outside? but that does happen in tropical countries.
Posted by: Ewok | May 01, 2013 at 02:44 PM
Some people need to be told everything!
Posted by: RedPat | May 01, 2013 at 02:44 PM
Love the rhyming message of the sign :)
My family and I were on vacation in Florida back in 2001, and I remember experiencing a storm and very heavy rain. I also remember the heat :)
Posted by: Hilde | May 01, 2013 at 01:38 PM
I have never seen a sign like this one! Love the rhyming message! I understand about heat and pouring rain combining! That can be the case in our Australian summers!
Posted by: Gemma Wiseman | May 01, 2013 at 01:15 PM
good advice! I hope you get some of our rain down your way.
Posted by: Nonnie | May 01, 2013 at 01:12 PM