Prior to some of our killer Hurricanes in South Florida, there were events known as "Hurricane Parties" (getting juiced three days prior thinking a hurricane was a joke). For many, it was their last party.

They are truly nothing to joke about; especially Gustav... which has already claimed 70 lives.

The deathtoll of the elderly in need of special care hardley ever makes it into the final count... as well as pets; livestock and wildlife loss.

JB