The Frying Pan Tower, 34 miles offshore in the Atlantic, is right in the storm's path. A camera on the tower's helipad, some 85 feet above the ocean, is sending live video as the storm approaches.
The Frying Pan Tower, 34 miles offshore in the Atlantic, is right in the storm's path.Track Hurricane DorianLIVE: Frying Pan Tower battles Hurricane Dorian windsA camera on the tower's helipad, some 85 feet above the ocean, is sending live video as the storm approaches.In the video, an American flag is seen flapping frantically and tugging at its flagpole, which is shaking in the wind. Below, the ocean churns violently.
Richard Neal bought the abandoned tower in 2010 and is renovating the structure. At one point he turned it into an offshore bed and breakfast.34 miles offshore, unique ocean hotel offers a true escapeHe is not riding out the storm in the tower, but did fly out there by helicopter on Wednesday to repair the live feed.Neal told CNN on Thursday that he wants people to see the hurricane's power.
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