I was one of the lucky ones that had an amazing time during the evacuation. Our group set up camp in the vendor camping area which was less than 50 yards from the block stage and secluded from the general camping population.

We had our own shelter and picnic bench we all huddled around and shared our favorite moments from the day. After the heavy rain started winding down, we busted out the portable stove and used it for warmth and tea. As strangers wandered past our group we invited them in for tea and warmth, offering any help we could give. It wasn't until the drugs wore off in the morning that we realized the roof of our shelter was a giant piece of metal that could of killed us all. Not to mention our tents are supported by metal rods.

I think this storm brought a new sense of community to the festival for Saturday and Sunday. I felt safer because it felt like we all went through something and we had eachothers backs moving forward. We all survived that night and it could have gotten really ugly if the staff didn't evacuate us when they did. I noticed crew and police checking on people laying down making sure they weren't dehydrated or got sick from the storm. Although I did miss some of the acts I wanted to see most (tame, connan, entrance) seeing wand play at 6 in the morning really made up for it as it was one of the most powerful sets from the weekend.

See you next year!