Hurricane Isaac

Tropical storm warnings discontinued for SWFL, per NHC.

Why is there a mandatory evacuation if there's no longer even a Tropical Storm warning?

That would be a question for the locals. I assume things will change significantly today concerning evacs. But I am just speculating.

Interesting article on weather influencing Isaac's path.
http://www.weather.com/news/weather-hurricanes/isaac-scenarios-20120826

The Walton County Sheriff’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is currently at Level 1 activation status. As of 10:30 A.M., the following information was provided:

• Our area has been downgraded from a hurricane watch to a tropical storm warning.
• Currently, the storm is tracking to make landfall somewhere near or around New Orleans, La.
• Winds from this storm currently extend approximately 200 miles from the center.
• The first ­bands from the storm are headed our way, with more organized movement than yesterday.
• Wind conditions are presently gusting up to approximately 17 mph.
• Walton County could expect sustained winds from 35-45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph, with a possible threat of tornadoes.
• Walton County could expect moderate erosion with wave heights between 10 to 14 feet and a storm surge of 3-5 feet.
• Rain totals for Walton County are anticipated to be in the neighborhood of 8-16 inches with the highest totals occurring on the coast.
• Walton County can expect the largest impact from storm surge Tuesday morning with weather picking up late Monday afternoon.
• Currently, the only shelter open in the county is at Freeport High School. This is a special needs/general public shelter.
• The Clyde B. Wells Bridge remains open with fluid traffic flow until further notice.
• At this time, there are no scheduled road closures. Coastal roads, including Highway 98 and County Highway 30-A, are open at this time.
• There have been no changes in current evacuation orders. This will be re-evaluated later in the day.

Grayton Beach is eerily calm right now. No waves and light breeze.

The mandatory evacuation is for low lying areas. - I thing this is due to all the rain we have had and the 6-12 inches predicted to come

In response to the Tropical Storm Warning posted for this area, Silver Sands Factory Stores will be closing on Monday, August 27 at 3 p.m. CST.


In light of current weather conditions, center management is taking these precautionary steps to ensure that all center tenants and employees have adequate time to take necessary steps to ensure the safety of their families and personal property.


For the latest update on the center reopening, we advise customers and employees to visit the center’s website at http://silversandsoutlet.com/info-hours/tropical-storm-isaac or call the center at 850.654.9771. In response to the Tropical Storm Warning posted for this area, Silver Sands Factory Stores will be closing on Monday, August 27 at 3 p.m. CST.

In light of current weather conditions, center management is taking these precautionary steps to ensure that all center tenants and employees have adequate time to take necessary steps to ensure the safety of their families and personal property.

For the latest update on the center reopening, we advise customers and employees to visit the center’s website at http://silversandsoutlet.com/info-hours/tropical-storm-isaac or call the center at 850.654.9771.

Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast has announced closures of some offices and a rescheduling of elective surgeries due to Tropical Storm Isaac.

• At Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast, elective admissions, including elective surgeries and diagnostic tests, scheduled for Tuesday will be rescheduled.
• Surgeries for those patients already in the hospital will occur as scheduled.
• All Sacred Heart Medical Group offices and practices will be closed Tuesday except offices in Crestview, Apalachicola, and Port St. Joe. Offices will be open for business as usual on Wednesday.
• The Sacred Heart Cancer Center located at Mack Bayou in Santa Rosa Beach will be closed Tuesday.

July 9, 2005 on Grayton Beach - do you know what storm?

Dennis?

Not sure if this link will work. But if it does, does it look to you like it's moving slightly south (and west) of the projected path?

[video]http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/east/gmex/loop-avn.html[/video]

source:

http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/east/gmex/loop-avn.html

South Walton Fire District announcement regarding sand bags

Swfd:

we have received request for information regarding "sandbags " and their availability. Walton county public works and walton county eoc are reporting that sandbags will not be handed out. However, if you have bags and wish to fill your own, the walton county work yard located on hwy 283 s. In blue mountain beach will be open for your convenience.

Due to the projected path of tropical storm Isaac and, in the interest of our employees and shoppers, Destin Commons will close today at 6pm and remain closed through Tuesday, August 28.

The shopping center's reopening will be determined following the storm.

Not sure if this link will work. But if it does, does it look to you like it's moving slightly south (and west) of the projected path?

[video]http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/east/gmex/loop-avn.html[/video]

source:

http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/east/gmex/loop-avn.html

Here's from the 5pm NHC discussion, sort of addresses this.


"ISAAC WOBBLED WESTWARD THIS AFTERNOON...BUT A REPRESENTATIVE INITIALMOTION ESTIMATE IS 305/10. THE LATEST 12Z NHC MODEL GUIDANCE IS INBETTER AGREEMENT ON A WEST-NORTHWEST TO NORTHWEST MOTION TOWARD THESOUTHEAST LOUISIANA AND MISSISSIPPI COASTAL AREAS OVER THE NEXT36-48 HOURS. "

The Walton County Sheriff’s Emergency Operations Center EOC is currently at Level 1 activation status. As of 1:30 P.M., the following information was provided:

• Our area is currently under a tropical storm warning.

• Currently, the storm is tracking to make landfall somewhere near or around New Orleans, La.


• The Clyde B. Wells Bridge remains open with fluid traffic flow until further notice. It is recommended that residents and visitors refrain from travelling southbound when possible as there is still the potential for a bridge closing.

• Winds from this storm currently extend approximately 200 miles from the center.

• The first bands from the storm are currently approaching our area.

• Double red flags have been posted for all Walton County beaches in anticipation of degrading weather situations. Lifeguards will remain on duty throughout the rest of Monday.

• Walton County could expect sustained winds from 35-45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph, with a moderate threat of tornadoes increasing on Tuesday. 


• Walton County could expect moderate erosion with wave heights between reaching a potential 16 feet with an average of 10 feet and a storm surge of 3-5 feet.

• Rain totals for Walton County have diminished and are anticipated to be in the neighborhood of 6-10 inches on the coast and 4 to 6 inches inland.

• Walton County can expect the largest impact from storm surge Tuesday morning with weather picking up early Monday evening.

• Currently, the only shelter open in the county is at Freeport High School. This is a special needs/general public shelter. Red Cross is present at the shelter.

• Waste Management will continue normal pickup for Monday and schedules for Tuesday will be determined later today.

• At this time, there are no scheduled road closures. Coastal roads, including Highway 98 and County Highway 30-A, are open at this time.

• There have been no changes in current evacuation orders. This will continue to be evaluated.

Dennis?

Dennis it is!

Ah. I see the technical term is wobble. Thanks. 🙂.

I was hoping for another westerly forecast adjustment. Not that I don't like Texas. I just think they could use the rain more than NO.