In a delightful twist that nobody asked for, Tropical Storm Oscar has decided to crash the party in the Bahamas, just when locals were beginning to think they could enjoy a peaceful weekend. The 15th named storm of this year's Atlantic hurricane season and second in less than a day has taken a brief break from maintaining all the charm of a wet blanket to unleash its heavy rains upon unsuspecting Caribbean islands. Because why not throw a tropical cyclone into the mix? As Oscar spirals its way into the weekend plans of many, those in the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos can expect to be treated to some classic tropical storm conditions, starting as early as Saturday night. Local governments are already tapping into their emergency protocols with an enthusiastic wave of tropical storm warnings—a reminder that Mother Nature always has a ticket to the party, even if no one invited her. To add a cherry on top of this meteorological sundae, Oscar is hitting Cuba right when the country is grappling with a nationwide electricity crisis. Because nothing says “let’s improve our situation” quite like a storm that drops heavy rain and winds on top of rolling blackouts. Residents may soon discover that the only thing worse than no electricity is no electricity accompanied by sheets of rain whipping through the streets. Local business owners, long-suffering from the pandemic and now facing the impending storm, are optimistic about the new attractions Oscar will bring. “You know, it could boost our tourism for the wrong reasons,” quipped a beach bar owner. “Who wouldn’t want to experience the thrill of dodging flying debris while sipping a rum cocktail? Sounds like a real draw!” While some are stocking up on bread and milk—ever the local hurricane tradition—others are taking a more laid-back approach. “I’m planning to party like there’s no tomorrow,” exclaimed a local who now has the unique chance to have a dance-off with Mother Nature. “If I’m gonna get rained on anyway, I might as well enjoy it.” For now, the forecast remains grim yet comically predictable, with Oscar plotting a course that appears less like a vacation destination and more like a forced evacuation of fun. So, as the weekend approaches, let’s raise a glass (preferably waterproof) to Oscar—the uninvited guest who never knows when to leave. And to all those affected, remember: it’s just a tropical storm, and they only happen few times a year, right?