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Severe Weather Warning Update
August 12, 2019
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT FOR GRAND BAHAMA, ABACO AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR NEW PROVIDENCE AND ANDROS AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS...
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Severe Weather Warning
August 09, 2019
The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has issued A Severe Thunderstorm Warning from 9:30 AM EDT until 11:30 AM FRIDAY 09TH AUGUST 2019...
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Severe Weather Warning
August 07, 2019
The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning from 12:30PM EDT until2:30PM WEDNESDAY 07TH AUGUST 2019...
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SEVERE WEATHER WARNING UPDATE
August 06, 2019
The Bahaams Department of Meterology has issued a Severe Weather Warning for TuesdayTUESDAY 6TH AUGUST 2019 FROM 10:45 AM EDT until 12:45 PM EDT...
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Severe Weather Warning Update
August 01, 2019
The Bahamas Department of Meterology has issued A Severe Thunderstorm Warming from 5:00PM EDT until 7:00 PM EDT THURSDAY 1 AUGUST 2019...
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More Hurricane News
There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
August 18, 2019
No tropical cyclones as of Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:36:08 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
August 18, 2019
000
ABNT20 KNHC 182335
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
800 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2019
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A low pressure area located about 100 miles east of Norfolk,
Virginia, is producing limited shower and thunderstorm activity.
This low is moving northeastward, away from the United States, and
has only a slight chance to significantly organize through Monday
before upper-level winds become unfavorable for further
development.
* Formation chance through 48 hours...low...10 percent.
* Formation chance through 5 days...low...10 percent.
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Forecaster Blake
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
August 18, 2019
No tropical cyclones as of Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:09:37 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
August 18, 2019
000
ABNT20 KNHC 181709
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
200 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2019
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A low pressure system near the North Carolina Outer Banks is moving
into the Atlantic. Upper-level winds are forecast to be only
marginally conducive for development while the system moves
northeastward to east-northeastward, and away from the U.S. east
coast, during the next couple of days.
* Formation chance through 48 hours...low...20 percent.
* Formation chance through 5 days...low...20 percent.
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Forecaster Pasch
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
August 18, 2019
No tropical cyclones as of Sun, 18 Aug 2019 11:47:57 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
August 18, 2019
000
ABNT20 KNHC 181146
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
800 AM EDT Sun Aug 18 2019
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A small low pressure system located over eastern North Carolina is
producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Any tropical
development today is expected to be limited due to the system's
proximity to land. By tonight, the low is expected to move
northeastward over the Atlantic, where some further organization
could occur before the system encounters cooler waters in a day or
so. The low is forecast to produce heavy rainfall along with a
threat of flash flooding in coastal portions of North Carolina
through this evening. Please see products from your local National
Weather Service off...
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
August 18, 2019
No tropical cyclones as of Sun, 18 Aug 2019 05:19:15 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
August 18, 2019
000
ABNT20 KNHC 180515
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
200 AM EDT Sun Aug 18 2019
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A small low pressure system located along the North Carolina coast
near Wilmington is producing a compact area of showers and
thunderstorms. Any tropical development today is expected to be
limited due to the system's proximity to land. By Sunday night, the
low is expected to move northeastward over the warmer Atlantic
waters offshore of the Outer Banks, where some further organization
could occur before the system encounters cooler waters on Tuesday.
The low is forecast to produce heavy rainfall along with a threat of
flash flooding in coastal portions of South and North Carolina
through this...
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There are no tropical cyclones at this time.
August 17, 2019
No tropical cyclones as of Sat, 17 Aug 2019 23:17:18 GMT
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Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook
August 17, 2019
000
ABNT20 KNHC 172317
TWOAT
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
800 PM EDT Sat Aug 17 2019
For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:
A small low pressure system located along the South Carolina coast
about midway between Myrtle Beach and Charleston is producing
disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Tropical development of
this system is expected to be slow to occur tonight and Sunday due
to proximity to land as the disturbance moves northeastward along or
near the coast of the Carolinas. By early Monday, however, the low
is expected to move over the warmer Atlantic waters, where some
further organization could occur. The low is forecast to produce
heavy rainfall along with a threat of flash flooding in eastern
portions ...
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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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