PLEASE RELAY
A subtropical storm is present off the southeastern United States, and a tropical storm WATCH has been issued from Altamaha Sound GA southward to Flagler Beach FL. A tropical storm watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the aforementioned area generally within the next 36 hours.
Subtropical Storm Andrea is NOT a hurricane, the system carries winds of 40 knots - this equates to force 9 on the Beaufort scale or a severe gale. Its current movement is towards the west at 3 knots, and further intensification is not forecast. Andrea is expected to dissipate as a subtropical system within 5 days; a weakening trend is discernible at present.
The latest statement was issued at 1105 EDT by NHC. Please keep up-to-date with developments by monitoring the NHC website. Please advise anyone in the area who may not be aware of the imminent hazard.
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The storm sounds nasty Guido. A couple of days ago Sam emailed me to say they have high winds in Savannah, GA. I hope everyone is safe there. Welcome back! Jeannette xx
ReplyDeleteOH, boy.....here we go again! - Barbara
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