as of 9:01 am June 6, 2016
Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect.
Locations affected.
Cedar Key.
Yankeetown.
Inglis.
Fowler bluff.
Wind.
Latest Local Forecast: equivalent tropical storm force wind.
Peak wind forecast: 35-45 mph with gusts to 60 mph.
Window for tropical storm force winds: early this afternoon until early Tuesday morning.
Current threat to life and property: moderate.
The Wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.
Remain braced against the reasonable threat for strong tropical storm force wind of 58 to 73 mph.
To Be Safe, efforts should fully focus on protecting life. Properties remain subject to significant wind impacts.
Now is the time to hide from the wind. Failure to adequately shelter may result in serious injury, or in some cases loss of life. Remain sheltered until the hazardous wind subsides.
Potential impacts: unfolding.
Potential impacts from the main wind event are unfolding.
The extent of realized impacts will depend on the actual strength, duration, and exposure of the wind as experienced at particular locations.
Storm Surge.
Latest Local Forecast: localized storm surge possible.
Peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas.
Window of concern: through Tuesday morning.
Current threat to life and property: elevated.
The storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.
Emergency considerations should posture for a reasonable threat for peak storm surge flooding of greater than 1 foot above ground.
To Be Safe, stay away from storm surge flooding capable of limited impacts.
Localized inundation is possible. Continue to follow the instructions of local officials.
Potential impacts: unfolding.
Potential impacts from the main surge event are unfolding.
The extent of realized impacts will depend on the actual height of storm surge moving onshore and the resulting depth of coastal flooding as experienced at particular locations.
Flooding rain.
Latest Local Forecast: Flood Watch is in effect.
Peak rainfall amounts: additional 3-5 inches, with locally higher amounts.
Current threat to life and property: moderate.
The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.
Emergency considerations should include a threat of flooding.
Be Safe and remain ready to protect against flooding rain impacts.
If flood related Watches and warnings are in effect, heed recommended actions.
Potential impacts: significant.
Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues.
Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and Overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches overflow.
Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. Several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, Low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. Some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. Driving conditions become hazardous. Some road and bridge closures.
Tornado.
Latest Local Forecast:
Situation is favorable for tornadoes.
Current threat to life and property: moderate.
The Tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.
Emergency considerations should include a reasonable threat for tornadoes.
Be Safe and remain ready to protect against tornado impacts. Stay informed.
Listen for Tornado Watches and warnings. If a tornado approaches, quickly move to the safest place within your shelter.
Potential impacts: significant.
The occurrence of scattered tornadoes can hinder the execution of emergency plans during Tropical Events.
Several places may experience tornado damage with a few spots of considerable damage, power loss, and communications failures.
Locations could realize roofs torn off frame houses, mobile homes demolished, boxcars overturned, large trees snapped or uprooted, vehicles tumbled, and small boats tossed about. Dangerous projectiles can add to the toll.
