Storm Update
From
Horseshoe Beach
Sent
Thu, Oct 8 @ 12:58pm
Description
Here’s this morning’s update on Isaias for Horseshoe Beach, with the changes since yesterday afternoon highlighted below.
CHANGES WITH THIS UPDATE
- Isaias strengthened overnight from 65 to 80 mph and is now a hurricane. This uses the 7 a.m. Central / 8 a.m. Eastern Advisory 7A issued October 8.
- Northern Gulf hurricane and storm surge watches became warnings overnight. The Big Bend coast from Steinhatchee River to Yankeetown remains under a Storm Surge Watch.
- Landfall is still expected late Friday or early Saturday. The 4 a.m. forecast changed little, with a 110 mph peak early Friday and some weakening before landfall. It is still expected to be a dangerous hurricane.
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR HORSESHOE BEACH
Storm Surge Watch for Coastal Dixie. The coastal segment from Steinhatchee River to Yankeetown remains at 2-4 feet. This does not mean all inland areas have the same exposure.
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