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NOON UPDATE on Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie
September 25, 2018
This is a News Item on Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie issued by The Bahamas Department of Meteorology Forecast Office at12PM TUESDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2018...
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News Item on Subtropical Depression Leslie
September 25, 2018
This is a News Item on Subtropical Depression Leslie issued by The Bahamas Department of Meteorology Forecast Office, at 6AM, TUESDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER, 2018...
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News Item Update on Sub-Tropical Storm Leslie (Noon)
September 24, 2018
This is a News Item on Sub-Tropical Storm Leslie issued by The Bahamas Department of Meteorology Forecast Office, at 2PM, MONDAY, 24TH SEPTEMBER, 2018...
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Seven Day Forecast for The Bahamas September 24-30, 2018
September 24, 2018
A surface trough will gradually weaken across the NW Bahamas as it is pulled northward by a surface low pressure northeast of the area. A broad high pressure ridge will build across the Bahamas through the end of the weekend...
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Noon Update on Remnants from Tropical Depression Kirk
September 24, 2018
This is a News Item on Remnants of Kirk issued by The Bahamas Department of Meteorology Forecast Office, at 12PM, MONDAY, 24TH SEPTEMBER, 2018.
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More Hurricane News
There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
September 26, 2018
No tropical cyclones as of Wed, 26 Sep 2018 05:36:26 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
September 26, 2018
939
ABNT20 KNHC 260536
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
200 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A weak low pressure system located about 100 miles south-southwest
of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, is producing disorganized shower
activity, mainly to the east of the center. Strong upper-level winds
are expected to increase further over the system today, and the
chances for tropical cyclone formation are decreasing. The low is
forecast to move north-northeastward along or near the North
Carolina coast later this morning, and it could produce scattered
showers and dangerous surf and rip currents across eastern North
Carolina as it passes by. The low is expected to move northeastward
and mer...
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
September 25, 2018
No tropical cyclones as of Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:26:59 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
September 25, 2018
955
ABNT20 KNHC 260026
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
800 PM EDT Tue Sep 25 2018
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
Reports from an Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft
indicate that the circulation associated with the low pressure area
centered about 175 miles south of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina,
has become better defined. However, the associated shower and
thunderstorm activity remains disorganized, and the low has not yet
developed into a tropical depression. Some additional development
is possible tonight as the low moves northward near or over portions
of extreme eastern North Carolina. After tonight, development
appears unlikely due to strong upper-level winds while the system
moves genera...
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
September 25, 2018
No tropical cyclones as of Tue, 25 Sep 2018 23:16:58 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
September 25, 2018
581
ABNT20 KNHC 252316
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
800 PM EDT Tue Sep 25 2018
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
Reports from an Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft
indicate that the circulation associated with the low pressure area
centered about 175 miles south of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina,
has become better defined. However, the associated shower and
thunderstorm activity remains disorganized, and the low has not yet
developed into a tropical depression. Some additional development
is possible tonight as the low moves northward near or over portions
of extreme eastern North Carolina. After tonight, development
appears unlikely due to strong upper-level winds while the system
moves genera...
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
September 25, 2018
941
ABNT20 KNHC 252008
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook...Resent
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
200 PM EDT Tue Sep 25 2018
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
The National Hurricane Center has issued the final advisory on
Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie, located a little more than 1000 miles
west-southwest of the Azores.
A broad area of low pressure located about 200 miles south of Cape
Hatteras, North Carolina, continues to produce disorganized showers
and a few thunderstorms. Satellite and surface data indicate that
the circulation of the low remains elongated and not well defined.
However, this system could still become a tropical depression this
afternoon or tonight while it moves slowly northwestward to
northward. By Wednesday, additiona...
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
September 25, 2018
264
ABNT20 KNHC 251834
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
200 PM EDT Tue Sep 25 2018
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
The National Hurricane Center has issued the final advisory on
Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie, located a little more than 1000 miles
west-southwest of the Azores.
A broad area of low pressure located about 200 miles south of Cape
Hatteras, North Carolina, continues to produce disorganized showers
and a few thunderstorms. Satellite and surface data indicate that
the circulation of the low remains elongated and not well defined.
However, this system could still become a tropical depression this
afternoon or tonight while it moves slowly northwestward to
northward. By Wednesday, additional develop...
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Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie Public Advisory Number 9
September 25, 2018
Issued at 1100 AM AST Tue Sep 25 2018
044
WTNT33 KNHC 251516 CCA
TCPAT3
BULLETIN
Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie Advisory Number
9...Corrected
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL132018
1100 AM AST Tue Sep 25 2018
Corrected Discussion and Outlook section
...LESLIE BECOMES A POST-TROPICAL CYCLONE...
...THIS IS THE LAST ADVISORY...
SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
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LOCATION...31.6N 44.4W
ABOUT 1080 MI...1735 KM WSW OF THE AZORES
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...35 MPH...55 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...E OR 100 DEGREES AT 12 MPH...19 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1007 MB...29.74 INCHES
WATCHES AND WARNINGS
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There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.
DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
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At 110...
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Summary for Post-Tropical Cyclone Leslie (AT3/AL132018)
September 25, 2018
...LESLIE BECOMES A POST-TROPICAL CYCLONE... ...THIS IS THE LAST ADVISORY...
As of 11:00 AM AST Tue Sep 25
the center of Leslie was located near 31.6, -44.4
with movement E at 12 mph.
The minimum central pressure was 1007 mb
with maximum sustained winds of about 35 mph.
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Tips on preparing your home for a storm
- Clear away any debris in your yard and bring any loose items such as patio furniture inside or anchor them securely
- Trim trees
- Repair any leaks or damaged areas of your roof
- Clean your gutters and clear any drains
- Prepare shutters or plywood to cover all windows
- Prepare sandbags for use at entryways to help keep out potential floodwater
- Clean out your freezer and refrigerator removing all perishable items. Turn the refrigerator on MAXIMUM COLD and open as little as possible
- Close and secure all propane tanks
- Fill your tub and other bottles with tap water for bathing and general use
The Saffir-Simpson Scale
The Saffir-Simpson Scale is the scale used to measure the intensity of hurricanes. It has 5 categories with a category 5 being the strongest and most destructive marked by sustained winds exceeding 157mph.
Category 1 - Sustained winds 74-95mph
Very dangerous winds will produce some damage: Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to roof, shingles, vinyl siding and gutters. Large branches of trees will snap and shallowly rooted trees may be toppled. Extensive damage to power lines and poles likely will result in power outages that could last a few to several days.
Category 2 - Sustained winds 96-110mph
Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage: Well-constructed frame homes could sustain major roof and siding damage. Many shallowly rooted trees will be snapped or uprooted and block numerous roads. Near-total power loss is expected with outages that could last from several days to weeks.
Category 3 - Sustained winds 111-129mph
Devastating damage will occur: Well-built framed homes may incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends. Many trees will be snapped or uprooted, blocking numerous roads. Electricity and water will be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes.
Category 4 - Sustained winds 130-156mph
Catastrophic damage will occur: Well-built framed homes can sustain severe damage with loss of most of the roof structure and/or some exterior walls. Most trees will be snapped or uprooted and power poles downed. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for weeks or months.
Category 5 - Sustained winds 157mph+
Catastrophic damage will occur: A high percentage of framed homes will be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last for weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for weeks or months.
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