Local newspaper reports are saying that the Bahraini's are treating this "war" completely differently to 1991. Back then they believed that Iraq was a force to be reckoned with, they therefore stockpiled food and emptied bank accounts. This time around they believe that Saddam is a spent force and haven’t bothered taking any precautions.
When are you supposed to start? Keep a positive open mind, and watch what develops.
Good Luck.
Mutt.