Crazy, not brave
Amid all the preparations, warnings and nonstop media coverage about Hurricane Matthew’s impending arrival, there always seemed to be stories about citizens who are going to “brave” the storm, by ignoring authorities and staying at home.
As their homes are coming apart around them, these intrepid souls deserve a new designation: They are not braving the storm; they are “crazing” it.
Bruce Shpiner, Miami
This story was originally published October 9, 2016 at 2:00 PM with the headline "Crazy, not brave."