but fortunately right now at this hour, no catastrophic damage in this area. no terrible flooding here at saint pete. overnight, tens of thousands of people in this area lost power and unfortunately some utility companies had to stop their recovery efforts because they say it was just too dangerous for their guys to be out here. police also telling us that once the winds hit 40 miles per hour here, which that happened yesterday, it was just too dangerous for them to send out their officers and their rescuers. and it seems like we are definitely seeing winds over 40 miles per hour right now. unfortunately anybody who is dialing 911 or seeking help might not receive it as the sun comes up in this area, i m sure we will be able to show you guys much more in the 7:00 hour here from saint pete beach. back to you in new york. steve: all right. thank you very much, matt. brian: 8 minutes now after the top of the hour. ainsley: jillian mele started our coverage last week down in miami beach an