Ric, I feel the same way about 'outdated' being a measure of protection. think it works for vehicles, too, as who would want to steal my old clunkers..., even for a joy ride!
Sally, I use the same Cat Food Can O"Rain gage!
Got a fast inch plus here. Report this am that in Ellicott City, the river rose 14 FEET in just an hour! No way to get out of the way of that, Almost 200 cars washed away. And two dead.
Craig, glad you're back safe and sound.