Picture of the day - September 2, 2008

"Calm before the storm"

Photo courtesy of Cheryl Empey. Today's picture shows what a difference just a few hours can make in the course of a single day's weather. Photographer Cheryl Empey captured this image of a gorgeous sunrise just as Hurricane Gustav was making its run towards New Orleans. When the worst of the storm had passed, it became clear that Gustav hadn't caused nearly as much loss of life and property damage as Katrina did three years ago, and for that we should all be thankful. Although hurricanes can be tracked days in advance of landfall, the exact point where they will eventually come ashore can remain a mystery right up until the event is ready to take place. And as this beautiful photo demonstrates, a terrible weather day can begin quite nicely.   Click here to comment on this picture.   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!                                 Place the "Picture of the Day" on your website, for free! Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"