But nothing here can compare what is happening to one of our northern neighbors.
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/08/30/uk-storm-irene-idUSLNE77T05E20110830
The _best_ season for New England is, without question or any possible shadow of a doubt, the fall. The second best season is arguably winter.
"The timing of the storm, at the end of summer and before the Labor Day holiday weekend, was particularly troubling for businesses whose peak season comes in the fall and winter when visitors flock to see leaves turn colours and for skiing."
I hope the waters recede soon.