Often when we have a hurricane actually on shore or close to shore – such as hurricane Erin – a lot of the birds that live on the coastal areas are often pushed far inland. They show up in the Jordan Lake area. I have seen this happen with ibises, immature little blue herons and once even a stork. A lot of the smaller birds also show up such as different sandpipers. So if you get a chance, now through the next couple of days, go out and see what you can find. photo is a local great egret.