You guys are a bunch of fair weather fisherman, don't wait it out, they are biting now on the rising water, just keep the rod tips low and you will be ok. Go get em!!! Don't let a little thunder and lightning scare you. This is the time they bite the best. Running home aint the answer. You can't win tournaments from the comfort of the couch or easy chair. If I had a bass tournament today I would be right there in the thick of things. Better safe than sorry, maybe you fair weather guys can get them next time.