In nearby Houston, some 200,000 have fled ahead of the hurricane. Ike's storm surge could reach a deadly 22 feet, forecasters said.

Thanks for keeping me up to date! I've had no time to check the news!

yes/ not good

i'm plurking info on video feeds from KHOU and Ike photos; if like to check

I heard on the radio that 40% of Galveston residents have chosen not to evacuate despite the warnings. I don't understand that.