Environment

Hurricane Sandy: How Bad Is It Looking, Really?

The "Frankenstorm" approaches.
National Hurricane Center

People have gotten mighty interested in Hurricane Sandy ever since its forecasted track moved directly over the East Coast. While it's still likely to move some more before nearing land on Monday or Tuesday, the most current "cone of probability" (see above) is allowing it to scare the pants off of New York, Boston, Washington and other coastal cities.

And actually, people who live there should be prepared for an uncomfortable week ahead.