Tempest---for "It's A Knockout" comp

The day starts mildly enough
but the midday heat
soon becomes oppressive


the cooling system kicks into overdrive
bringing stress to the surface
but it can't evaporate
  
a cool breeze breaks the stillness
as the sky blackens with doubts
and the air is charged with fears


the heavens threaten to retaliate
shouting obscenities
as I run for cover


I seek shelter in my room
because it has no windows
but I can still hear the terror unfolding


I grip my blanket tightly
and keep reminding myself
that this will pass


the storm has passed
just as quickly as it came
but I can still feel the rumbling


the waters have receded
and the structure is intact
but the lights are out


some of the lines are down