Well it appears we have our first Tropical Depression which is forecast to become a tropical storm by tomorrow...
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Admin
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http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2005/s2447.htm
As the 2005 Atlantic hurricane season gets underway, NOAA today introduced a new way to follow specific tropical storms or hurricanes. NOAA Storm Tracker will contain live links to advisories, tracking maps and satellite images of a particular storm that is projected to strike the United States or other nations in a storm?s path.
http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2005/s2447.htm
As the 2005 Atlantic hurricane season gets underway, NOAA today introduced a new way to follow specific tropical storms or hurricanes. NOAA Storm Tracker will contain live links to advisories, tracking maps and satellite images of a particular storm that is projected to strike the United States or other nations in a storm?s path.
little sugar
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that Image of the day is pretty cool
that Image of the day is pretty cool
Beach Fanatic
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Is this depression expected to grow before it comes our way? (Haven't had much time for the weather channel recently)
Is this depression expected to grow before it comes our way? (Haven't had much time for the weather channel recently)
SoWal Expert
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Is this depression expected to grow before it comes our way? (Haven't had much time for the weather channel recently)At 8:00am this morning it grew into Tropical Storm Arlene, and is expected to hit land as a tropical storm with windspeeds around 30-40 mph.
Beach Fanatic
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That's not too bad. Maybe it will give things a nice washdown.
That's not too bad. Maybe it will give things a nice washdown.
SoWal Expert
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That's not too bad. Maybe it will give things a nice washdown.I am sure the surfers will be happy to see it coming.
Beach Fanatic
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Forecast models tracks seem to be saying MS coast.
Right now, it looks more like a rainmaker than anything else. Just as long as it doesn't pull a Allison or Danny style stall out in a bad place.
Forecast models tracks seem to be saying MS coast.
Right now, it looks more like a rainmaker than anything else. Just as long as it doesn't pull a Allison or Danny style stall out in a bad place.
Beach Fanatic
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That's good. Maybe I won't be swimming in seaweed soup next weekend
That's good. Maybe I won't be swimming in seaweed soup next weekend
Beach Comber
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let's hope it doesn't do too much damage before we've even normalized everything from the last hurricane season
let's hope it doesn't do too much damage before we've even normalized everything from the last hurricane season
SoWal Expert
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This is NOAA's most recent map. It will automatically update as time passes.
We should not have much to worry about if Arlene contiunues as forcasted. Remember, the main line is not necessarily the path of the storm. Rather, you should look at the cone.
This is NOAA's most recent map. It will automatically update as time passes.
We should not have much to worry about if Arlene contiunues as forcasted. Remember, the main line is not necessarily the path of the storm. Rather, you should look at the cone.
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little sugar
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does something like this get rid of the seaweed or pull more in??
does something like this get rid of the seaweed or pull more in??
Admin
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It depends on the prevailing winds, but in general a good storm will bring all kinds of fun stuff onshore, sometimes including debris from Caribbean and Mexican coasts.
It depends on the prevailing winds, but in general a good storm will bring all kinds of fun stuff onshore, sometimes including debris from Caribbean and Mexican coasts.
Beach Lover
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Would a smaller storm, as this one appears to be, have a positive effect of pushing sand back up on the beaches?
Also, any chance of getting the webcam back up this year?
Would a smaller storm, as this one appears to be, have a positive effect of pushing sand back up on the beaches?
Also, any chance of getting the webcam back up this year?
Beach Fanatic
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This morning's Wall Street Journal had an article about hurricane forcasting. It said, "Its [NOAA] forecast, issued this week, says there is an 86% chance that landfalling hurricanes will put 2005 in the top one-third historicallyl, with two to five intense hurricanes. The Colorado team agreed, upping an earlier forecast to eight hurricnes, half of which would be whoppers with sustained winds above 110 m.p.h." The article also said, "Get used to it. Surface temperatures in the Atlantic have been elevated since 1995, relative to an historical average that goes back 150 years, notes NOAA's Stanley Goldenberg. From 1995 to 2000, the number of hurricanes almost doubled from the historical norm." Sounds like another interesting year...
This morning's Wall Street Journal had an article about hurricane forcasting. It said, "Its [NOAA] forecast, issued this week, says there is an 86% chance that landfalling hurricanes will put 2005 in the top one-third historicallyl, with two to five intense hurricanes. The Colorado team agreed, upping an earlier forecast to eight hurricnes, half of which would be whoppers with sustained winds above 110 m.p.h." The article also said, "Get used to it. Surface temperatures in the Atlantic have been elevated since 1995, relative to an historical average that goes back 150 years, notes NOAA's Stanley Goldenberg. From 1995 to 2000, the number of hurricanes almost doubled from the historical norm." Sounds like another interesting year...
SoWal Expert
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We are waiting on RiverOtter, the person with the most posts other than Kurt, to purchase a place on the Beach to house the web cam, but he tells us that we may be waiting a while.
Would a smaller storm, as this one appears to be, have a positive effect of pushing sand back up on the beaches?Yes, smaller storms should put more sand on the beach.
Also, any chance of getting the webcam back up this year?
We are waiting on RiverOtter, the person with the most posts other than Kurt, to purchase a place on the Beach to house the web cam, but he tells us that we may be waiting a while.
Beach Fanatic
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The NHC is now saying Arlene could be a minimal hurricane when it makes landfall Saturday night. Looks like it could come ashore anywhere from PCB to Gulfport. Y'all batten down the hatches!
The NHC is now saying Arlene could be a minimal hurricane when it makes landfall Saturday night. Looks like it could come ashore anywhere from PCB to Gulfport. Y'all batten down the hatches!
SoWal Expert
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If you look at the NOAA map which I posted above, you will notice that as of 4pm today (Fri), the maximum sustained winds are 65 mph, only 9 mph less than a hurricane. At the moment in SoWal, winds have kicked up a notch and I can definitely sense a storm on the horizon.
(Waterman, I may have to take a "raincheck" for lunch.)
If you look at the NOAA map which I posted above, you will notice that as of 4pm today (Fri), the maximum sustained winds are 65 mph, only 9 mph less than a hurricane. At the moment in SoWal, winds have kicked up a notch and I can definitely sense a storm on the horizon.
(Waterman, I may have to take a "raincheck" for lunch.)
Admin
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DeFuniak Springs, FL ? Today, officials from the Walton County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) gathered to coordinate efforts and discuss issues pertaining to Tropical Storm Arlene.
*A tropical storm warning and hurricane watch is in effect along the Gulf Coast. Arlene is moving toward the north-northwest near 15 mph. A flood watch is also in effect because of the potential for heavy rainfall.
Forecasters anticipate wind gusts in our area to reach 40 mph, or higher once the storm approaches and rainfall will be in the 3 to 5 inch range, with heavier amounts possible. This could cause flooding of low lying areas. If the storm follows the project path the storm surge will be about 1 to 2 feet. If Arlene makes landfall further east the storm surge could reach 4 feet, which could cause beach erosion and some coastal flooding.
The Emergency Operation Center is expected to go into partial activation tonight at 8 pm and will remain in activation until the storm has cleared the area. At that time, a citizen?s information line will be set-up at the EOC to assist concerned citizens. The emergency citizen?s information can be reached at 892-8392 or 892-8394 after 8pm. The Emergency Operations Center number is 892-8065.
As a precaution, Walton County is declaring a Local State of Emergency and issuing a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds are required to close at 3 pm this afternoon. Walton County?s beaches will be closed at 6 pm tonight.
A shelter will be manned by the American Red Cross and available at Freeport High School for both the general population and those with special needs at 3 pm today. Animals are not accepted at the shelter.
It is important to remember the following:
? Follow guidelines set forth by the Walton County Emergency Management officials;
? Have a disaster kit ready with at least a 2 to 3 day supply of food and water, flashlights, batteries;
? Fill your car with gas and have extra cash.
? Monitor local media for weather and updates from the EOC;
? Individuals living in low-lying areas that are prone to flooding should review their evacuation plan.
? Residents living in mobile homes should plan to take shelter.
The EOC is working with state and local agencies to ensure the safety of Walton County Citizens.
DeFuniak Springs, FL ? Today, officials from the Walton County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) gathered to coordinate efforts and discuss issues pertaining to Tropical Storm Arlene.
*A tropical storm warning and hurricane watch is in effect along the Gulf Coast. Arlene is moving toward the north-northwest near 15 mph. A flood watch is also in effect because of the potential for heavy rainfall.
Forecasters anticipate wind gusts in our area to reach 40 mph, or higher once the storm approaches and rainfall will be in the 3 to 5 inch range, with heavier amounts possible. This could cause flooding of low lying areas. If the storm follows the project path the storm surge will be about 1 to 2 feet. If Arlene makes landfall further east the storm surge could reach 4 feet, which could cause beach erosion and some coastal flooding.
The Emergency Operation Center is expected to go into partial activation tonight at 8 pm and will remain in activation until the storm has cleared the area. At that time, a citizen?s information line will be set-up at the EOC to assist concerned citizens. The emergency citizen?s information can be reached at 892-8392 or 892-8394 after 8pm. The Emergency Operations Center number is 892-8065.
As a precaution, Walton County is declaring a Local State of Emergency and issuing a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds are required to close at 3 pm this afternoon. Walton County?s beaches will be closed at 6 pm tonight.
A shelter will be manned by the American Red Cross and available at Freeport High School for both the general population and those with special needs at 3 pm today. Animals are not accepted at the shelter.
It is important to remember the following:
? Follow guidelines set forth by the Walton County Emergency Management officials;
? Have a disaster kit ready with at least a 2 to 3 day supply of food and water, flashlights, batteries;
? Fill your car with gas and have extra cash.
? Monitor local media for weather and updates from the EOC;
? Individuals living in low-lying areas that are prone to flooding should review their evacuation plan.
? Residents living in mobile homes should plan to take shelter.
The EOC is working with state and local agencies to ensure the safety of Walton County Citizens.
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Beach Lover
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Have they ordered a mandatory evacution of Walton County?
Have they ordered a mandatory evacution of Walton County?
Admin
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As a precaution, Walton County is declaring a Local State of Emergency and issuing a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds are required to close at 3 pm this afternoon. Walton County?s beaches will be closed at 6 pm tonight.
As a precaution, Walton County is declaring a Local State of Emergency and issuing a Volunteer Evacuation Notice to all trailer parks, mobile home owners, and residents in low lying and coastal areas. All RV and camp grounds are required to close at 3 pm this afternoon. Walton County?s beaches will be closed at 6 pm tonight.
SoWal Expert
Seaside 6:00pm Fri - Beaches Closed
(you will find a few more photos from today in my photo album)
Admin
Thanks - I was just wishing I was down there.
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