Tropical Cyclone Local Statement Issued
From
Town of Inglis
Sent
Fri, Oct 9 @ 11:28pm
Description
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement issued October 9 at 11:14PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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This product covers West Central and Southwest Florida
...HURRICANE ISAIAS MADE LANDFALL NEAR DESTIN FLORIDA AROUND
830 PM...
NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- The Storm Surge Watch has been cancelled for Coastal Levy
* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- None
* STORM INFORMATION:
- About 240 miles west-northwest of Cedar Key FL
- 30.8N 86.5W
- Storm Intensity 90 mph
- Movement North or 5 degrees at 20 mph
SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin Florida around 830 PM.
While there continues to be no concerns for tropical storm force
winds in the local area, there is the potential for storm surge
of 1 to 3 feet along the coast from the Suwannee River to Bonita
Beach through early Saturday morning. The Storm Surge Watch for the
Levy county coast has been cancelled.
POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* SURGE:
Prepare for locally hazardous surge having possible limited impacts
across along the Florida west coast. Potential impacts in this area
include:
- Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along
immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas
farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore.
- Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread
with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where
surge water covers the road.
- Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly
in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents.
- Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks,
and piers. A few small craft broken away from moorings.
* FLOODING RAIN:
Prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant
impacts across west central Florida, with the greatest threat in Levy
county. Potential impacts include:
- Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and
rescues.
- Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter
currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially
in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams, creeks, canals, and
ditches overflow.
- Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations.
Several places may experience expanded areas of rapid
inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage
areas. Some streets and parking lots take on moving water as
storm drains and retention ponds overflow. Driving conditions
become hazardous. Some road and bridge closures.
Prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible
limited impacts across west central Florida.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:
Follow the advice of local officials.
* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
If you live in a place particularly vulnerable to flooding, such as
near the ocean or a large inland lake, in a low-lying or poor
drainage area, or near an already swollen river, plan to move to safe
shelter on higher ground.
Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather Radio and local news
outlets for official storm information. Listen for possible changes
to the forecast.
* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org
NEXT UPDATE
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As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement
issued by the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.
This notification was posted by Town of Inglis. Town of Inglis is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
