In case you're wondering...

[x-cyclops.livejournal.com]

... why we're not going anywhere yet, when it looks very much like they're dealing with a mutant manifestation over in Hawaii, it's because the President has specifically asked us to stay clear until the evacuation is done. He's avoiding any kind of military intervention until then, as well. This is not Smichov redux, folks - I happen to agree with him. It makes sense to avoid provoking another eruption until the civilians are clear.

So we'll hold off and keep an eye on the news. We'll need someone monitoring the newsfeeds 24/7, and as my wife has just reminded me, I can't take all the shifts myself. So, volunteers are welcome.

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[x-polarisstar.livejournal.com]

We've been asked to stay out of it. Approaching her isn't staying out of it and it could endanger the people on those islands. Even if all she's controlling is Kilauea, the whole chain is connected and she could cause widespread damage.

I'm sure that the FBI is already doing their job and trying to figure out who this woman is. Let's just let them.

[x-dominion.livejournal.com]

I suppose I'm not used to the entire structure here, but preparing for needing to be involved has never seemed to be a bad idea, especially in terms of gathering information. Scott, Ororo, you're the what, field commanders? If you want me to make a call to Duncan, see what he knows and what they're working on, let me know.

[x-polarisstar.livejournal.com]

And you think that you can do the FBI's job better than they can, is that what you're saying? Christ knows that they couldn't possibly do the investigative work on their own and then give it to us if they need our assistance. I mean, before you showed up they never even dreamed that we might be able to help, let alone already have an established working relationship.

You can't do anything right now. None of us can. Unless you want to get on a plane and go help the relief efforts, it's just not happening. Wait it out. Go organize a poker game or something. THat seems to have worked for others.

[x-cyclops.livejournal.com]

Lorna, settle down. I understand you're worried, but take your own advice. Go find something to do.

Garrison, as far as I know, Charles has been in touch periodically with someone - more likely Val Cooper than Fred Duncan - since we were asked to stay clear. The only redeeming quality of a situation like this is that the lines of communication stay wide open just in case they do want us in Hawaii promptly. It's just that there's not much to know at this point.

[x-polarisstar.livejournal.com]

Your brother is missing! At least act like you care?

[x-legion.livejournal.com]

I think he cares, Lorna.

[x-dominion.livejournal.com]

Just pointing out that we can be proactive without mucking about the field itself. Look, I come from a background that usually involves talking a guy with a shotgun to the head of a six year old girl down. A mutant with the power to crush a volcanic range is roughly in the same mental state. The more we can find out before hand, the better we're at if they ask for help.

[x-dominion.livejournal.com]

*shrug* Avoid the green haired loonies. Got it.

[x-polarisstar.livejournal.com]

I used to think Canadians were nice understanding creatures. Were you dropped on your head as a child?

Look, there's people I care about on that island. Former students, classmates, friends--we've been asked to let the US government do their job on this one. Why is that so hard for you to accept?

[x-dominion.livejournal.com]

You equate asking the FBI, who, you know, I work for right now, for additional information as somehow not allowing the US government to do their job? Obviously you're a little distraught right now, so I'll bow out. Scott, just let me know what you need.

And of course. A traditional Canadian upbringing involves being dropped on your head on a regular basis. Mostly, we called it hockey.