Looks like Gustav is aiming for Jamaica, a favorite destination for Maryland travelers. The tropical storm left behind killer floods in Haiti, so watchful is the word. Late yesterday, the State Department issued a warning to U.S. travelers in the Caribbean, urging them to return while commercial flights were still available. Too late now as the storm is bearing down on Jamaica and then heading for the Cayman Islands.

Air Jamaica, which operates from BWI, is allowing passengers holding tickets for travel between now and Monday to change their reservations without paying fees. If you decide to totally skip your trip, a credit will be issued. Details here.

(Photo: NOAA)