I watched channel six weather as well as channel 2 and 9 locally in Orlando at 6pm. Channel 9 (( I think) does the best job of acurately describing the storm and it's path as defined by the NHC.
I agree that the channel six weather dept is doing the public a disservice if they only use their station to base the info on. Of course, as the storm gets closer, I'm sure they would modify their track. I know that there are various opinions on tracks and forecasts but when you are a major media outlet, I think it prudent to err on the conservative side. I'd rather think it's coming over my house and then miss me by 100 miles than not be prepared.
As a matter of fact, the NHC track does have the storm directly overhead at my location Friday night.
I kind of hope the Western tack is correct but am not counting on it.
Thanks everyone for your posts. Lets keep a close watch on Charley