Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlsmob this product covers portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi. **tropical storm warnings now in effect for coastal portions of mobile and baldwin counties** new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - the tropical storm watch has been upgraded to a tropical storm warning for baldwin central, baldwin coastal, mobile central, and mobile coastal * current watches and warnings: - a tropical storm warning and storm surge watch are in effect for baldwin coastal and mobile coastal - a tropical storm warning is in effect for baldwin central and mobile central - a tropical storm watch is in effect for escambia coastal, okaloosa coastal, and santa rosa coastal * storm information: - about 220 miles southeast of mobile al or about 180 miles south-southeast of pensacola fl - 28.2n 85.9w - storm intensity 40 mph - movement stationary situation overview ------------------ at 10 pm cdt, the center of tropical storm bertha was located about 220 miles southeast of mobile, alabama. bertha continues to meander and is nearly stationary this evening. a slow west-northwest or west motion is expected over the next few days. bertha is forecast to move across the northern gulf and into the offshore waters of alabama and northwest florida by late tuesday afternoon through wednesday morning before sliding further west of the region. maximum sustained winds remain near 40 mph with some additional strengthening possible over the next 24 hours. primary impacts from bertha remain focused near the coastline and over the gulf waters. a tropical storm warning is now in effect for the southern and central portions of mobile and baldwin counties in alabama with a tropical storm watch further east across coastal portions of northwest florida. a storm surge watch remains in effect for the alabama coast for inundation of 2 to 4 feet during periods of high tide wednesday and thursday mornings. storm surge inundation of 1 to 2 feet are possible along the coastline in northwest florida. while there remains uncertainty in the exact track and intensity of bertha, dangerous surf and beach conditions are expected. a high risk of deadly rip currents is in effect through much of the week. a high surf warning remains in effect tuesday afternoon into the evening due to surf building to around 10 feet. tropical storm force winds will be possible primarily along the immediate coastline from tuesday into wednesday. while the bulk of the heavy rain is expected to remain over the gulf, heavy rainfall is possible in any outer rainbands that move ashore. potential impacts ----------------- * other coastal hazards: dangerous surf and beach conditions are expected. a high risk of deadly rip currents continues through much of the week. surf builds to around 10 feet starting tuesday afternoon and evening through wednesday night. * surge: protect against life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across coastal alabama. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi., little to no impact is anticipated. * wind: protect against hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across coastal areas in alabama and northwest florida. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi., little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: protect against locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi.. potential impacts include: - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornadoes: little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * evacuations: follow the advice of local officials. * other preparedness information: now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and property in accordance with your emergency plan. ensure you are in a safe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding. if you are a visitor, be sure to know the name of the city or town in which you are staying and the name of the county or parish in which it resides. listen for these locations in local news updates. pay attention for instructions from local authorities. when making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track since hazards such as flooding rain, damaging wind gusts, storm surge, and tornadoes extend well away from the center of the storm. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for the latest detailed evacuation and shelter information...Please refer to your local emergency management agency at the phone number or website listed below. - coastal alabama: - baldwin county: 251-972-6807 or www.Baldwincountyal.Gov/departments/ema - mobile county: 251-460-8000 or mobilecountyema.Gov - northwest florida: - escambia county: 850-471-6400 or myescambia.Com/beready - santa rosa county: 850-983-5360 www.Santarosa.Fl.Gov/emergency - okaloosa county: 850-651-7150 or myokaloosa.Com/emergency-management - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in mobile al around 4 am cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlslix this product covers southeast louisiana and south mississippi tropical storm warning issued for a portion of the northern gulf coast new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - the tropical storm watch has been upgraded to a tropical storm warning for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson - a tropical storm watch has been issued for central jefferson, central plaquemines, central st. charles, coastal jefferson, lower lafourche, lower st. charles, lower terrebonne, northern hancock, northern harrison, northern jackson, st. john the baptist, upper jefferson, upper lafourche, upper plaquemines, upper st. bernard, upper st. charles, upper terrebonne, and western orleans * current watches and warnings: - a tropical storm warning and storm surge watch are in effect for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson - a tropical storm watch is in effect for central jefferson, central plaquemines, central st. charles, coastal jefferson, lower lafourche, lower st. charles, lower terrebonne, northern hancock, northern harrison, northern jackson, st. john the baptist, upper jefferson, upper lafourche, upper plaquemines, upper st. bernard, upper st. charles, upper terrebonne, and western orleans * storm information: - about 290 miles east-southeast of new orleans la or about 240 miles southeast of gulfport ms - 28.2n 85.9w - storm intensity 40 mph - movement stationary situation overview ------------------ tropical storm bertha is currently south of the coast of the florida panhandle and will gradually continue to move northwest. some slight additional strengthening is possible before reaching the region sometime midweek. bertha is forecast to bring the threat of tropical storm force wind gusts, locally heavy rainfall generally south of i-10, and storm surge. the coastal areas of mississippi and southeast louisiana will have the greatest threat, especially along and south of i-10. tropical storm watches have been upgraded to tropical storm warnings from the florida/alabama border west to the mouth of the mississippi river. tropical storm watches have been issued from the mouth of the mississippi river to morgan city. additionally, tropical storm watches are now in effect for the city of new orleans including lake pontchartrain and maurepas as well as inland coastal mississippi counties. potential impacts ----------------- * wind: protect against dangerous wind having possible significant impacts across the louisiana and mississippi coasts. potential impacts in this area include: - some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. a few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. several fences and roadway signs blown over. - some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. a few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * surge: protect against life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across the louisiana coast east of the mouth of the mississippi river and coastal mississippi. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: protect against dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant impacts south of i-10, especially near the southeast louisiana coast. potential impacts include: - 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. protect against locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across across coastal mississippi and elsewhere in southeast louisiana along the i-10/i-12 corridor. * tornadoes: little to no tornado impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast louisiana and south mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * other preparedness information: now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and property in accordance with your emergency plan. ensure you are in a safe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding. if you are relocating to safe shelter, leave as early as possible. allow extra time to reach your destination. many roads and bridges will be closed once strong winds arrive. check the latest weather forecast before departing and drive with caution. if heading to a community shelter, become familiar with the shelter rules before arrival, especially if you have special needs or have pets. take essential items with you from your emergency supplies kit. failure to adequately shelter may result in serious injury or loss of life. always heed the advice of local officials and comply with any orders that are issued. remember, during the storm 9 1 1 emergency services may not be able to immediately respond if conditions are unsafe. this should be a big factor in your decision making. keep cell phones well charged. cell phone chargers for automobiles can be helpful, but be aware of your risk for deadly carbon monoxide poisoning if your car is left idling in a garage or other poorly ventilated area. it is important to remain calm, informed, and focused during an emergency. be patient and helpful with those you encounter. if you are a visitor, be sure to know the name of the city or town in which you are staying and the name of the county or parish in which it resides. listen for these locations in local news updates. pay attention for instructions from local authorities. storm surge is the leading killer associated with tropical storms and hurricanes! make sure you are in a safe area away from the surge zone. even if you are not in a surge-prone area, you could find yourself cutoff by flood waters during and after the storm. heed evacuation orders issued by the local authorities. if in a place that is vulnerable to high wind, such as near large trees, a manufactured home, upper floors of a high-rise building, or on a boat, consider moving to a safer shelter before the onset of strong winds or flooding. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio or local news outlets for official storm information. be ready to adapt to possible changes to the forecast. ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather warnings. * additional sources of information: - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.Org - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in new orleans la around 5am cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - lyman - saucier * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: wind less than 39 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: the sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. conditions may still be gusty. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to guard against tropical winds at this time. - act: ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from wind. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - necaise - sellers * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 20 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: wind less than 39 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: the sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. conditions may still be gusty. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to guard against tropical winds at this time. - act: ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from wind. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - gulfport - biloxi - pass christian - long beach * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - pascagoula - ocean springs - st. martin - gautier - moss point * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Tropical Storm Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Immediate

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - kiln - pearlington - bay st. louis - diamondhead - waveland * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 20 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - pascagoula - ocean springs - st. martin - gautier - moss point * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - kiln - pearlington - bay st. louis - diamondhead - waveland * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 20 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Tropical Storm Watch

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours * locations affected - wade - vancleave - escatawpa * wind - latest local forecast: below tropical storm force wind - peak wind forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: wind less than 39 mph - the wind threat has decreased from the previous assessment. - plan: the sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. conditions may still be gusty. - prepare: listen for any instructions from local officials. - act: ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change. - realized impacts: being assessed - little to no additional wind impacts expected. community officials are now assessing the extent of actual wind impacts accordingly. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Storm Surge Watch

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Future

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Possible

Wheather Alert Summary: A tropical storm warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours * locations affected - gulfport - biloxi - pass christian - long beach * wind - latest local forecast: tropical storm force winds remain possible - peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for wind 39 to 57 mph - the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. - prepare: efforts to protect property should now be underway. prepare for limited wind damage. - act: act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. - potential impacts: limited - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. * storm surge - latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible - peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas - window of concern: begins wednesday morning - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for storm surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground - the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of greater than 3 feet above ground. - prepare: evacuation efforts and flood preparations should soon be brought to completion before conditions become unsafe. - act: leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or needlessly risk lives. - potential impacts: significant - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach and shoreline erosion. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. * flooding rain - latest local forecast: - peak rainfall amounts: additional around 1 inch - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: potential for localized flooding rain - the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: emergency plans should include the potential for localized flooding from heavy rain. - prepare: consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding. - act: heed any flood watches and warnings. - potential impacts: limited - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornado - latest local forecast: - situation is unfavorable for tornadoes - threat to life and property that includes typical forecast uncertainty in track, size and intensity: tornadoes not expected - the tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - plan: tornadoes are not expected. showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. - prepare: little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. keep informed of the latest tornado situation. - act: listen for changes in the forecast. - potential impacts: little to none - little to no potential impacts from tornadoes. * for more information: - https://www.Msema.Org

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115. * where...Portions of north mississippi and west tennessee. * when...Until 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 109. * where...Portions of north mississippi and west tennessee. * when...Until 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 116. * where...Portions of east arkansas, north mississippi, and southeast missouri. * when...Until 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of southeast arkansas, northeast louisiana, and north central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast mississippi. * when...Until 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and central, southwest, and west central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 112. * where...Portions of central, east central, south central, southeast, and southwest mississippi. * when...Until 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of southeast arkansas, northeast louisiana, and north central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of southeast arkansas and central, north central, and northwest mississippi. * when...Until 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Extreme Heat Warning

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Severe

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 97. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 expected. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and southwest mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 97. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 expected. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and southwest mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...For the heat advisory, heat index values up to 110f degrees during the daytime, with limited heat relief overnight. for the extreme heat warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115f degrees, with limited heat relief overnight. * where...Portions of northeast louisiana and central, southwest, and west central mississippi. * when...For the heat advisory, until 10 am cdt tuesday. for the extreme heat warning, from 10 am to 9 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 112 expected. * where...Portions of southeast louisiana and southern mississippi. * when...From noon to 7 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlslix this product covers southeast louisiana and south mississippi noaa hurricane hunters find that the depression has strengthened into tropical storm bertha new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - none * current watches and warnings: - a storm surge watch and tropical storm watch are in effect for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson * storm information: - about 270 miles east-southeast of new orleans la or about 220 miles east-southeast of gulfport ms - 28.6n 86.0w - storm intensity 40 mph - movement west-northwest or 300 degrees at 3 mph situation overview ------------------ tropical storm bertha is currently south off the coast of the florida peninsula and will gradually continue to move northwest. some slight additional strengthening is possible before reaching the region sometime midweek. bertha is forecast to bring the threat of tropical storm force wind gusts, locally heavy rainfall south of i-10, and storm surge. the coastal areas of mississippi and southeast louisiana will have the greatest threat, especially south of i-10. tropical storm watches remain in effect for the mississippi coast and southeast louisiana east of the mouth of the mississippi river. a tropical storm watch also remains in effect for the coastal waters, sounds east of the mouth of the mississippi as well as for lake borgne. potential impacts ----------------- * wind: prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across the louisiana and mississippi coasts. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * surge: prepare for life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across the louisiana coast east of the mouth of the mississippi river and coastal mississippi. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant impacts south of i-10, especially near the southeast louisiana coast. potential impacts include: - 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. prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across coastal mississippi and elsewhere in southeast louisiana along the i-10/i-12 corridor. * tornadoes: little to no tornado impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast louisiana and south mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * other preparedness information: when securing your property, outside preparations should be concluded as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. the onset of strong gusty winds or flooding can cause certain preparedness activities to become unsafe. check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations. if you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. if staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.Org - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in new orleans la around 10pm, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlsmob this product covers portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi. **noaa hurricane hunters find that the depression has strengthened into tropical storm bertha** new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - none * current watches and warnings: - a storm surge watch and tropical storm watch are in effect for baldwin coastal and mobile coastal - a tropical storm watch is in effect for baldwin central, escambia coastal, mobile central, okaloosa coastal, and santa rosa coastal * storm information: - about 190 miles southeast of mobile al or about 150 miles south-southeast of pensacola fl - 28.6n 86.0w - storm intensity 40 mph - movement west-northwest or 300 degrees at 3 mph situation overview ------------------ the depression has strengthened and become tropical storm bertha. bertha is located about 110 miles south of panama city florida and is moving slowly to the west-northwest. bertha is forecast to move across the offshore waters of alabama and the western florida panhandle tuesday afternoon into early wednesday morning before continuing off to the west. impacts associated with bertha are still likely to remain focused close to the immediate coast and offshore. a storm surge watch is in effect for the alabama coast for potential inundation of 2 to 4 feet during periods of high tide wednesday and thursday mornings. storm surge values of 1 to 2 feet are possible along the coast of the western florida panhandle. while there are still uncertainties in the ultimate track and intensity of bertha, dangerous surf and beach conditions are expected. a high risk of deadly rip currents is in effect from tonight through much of the week. a high surf warning comes into effect tuesday afternoon into the evening hours for beach areas due to surf heights building to around 10 feet. tropical storm force winds will be possible primarily along the immediate coast from tuesday into wednesday. while most of the heavy rain is forecast to remain offshore, locally heavy rainfall is possible in any outer bands that move ashore. potential impacts ----------------- * other coastal hazards: dangerous surf and beach conditions are expected. a high risk of deadly rip currents is forecast beginning tonight, persisting through much of the week. a high surf warning comes into effect from tuesday afternoon into the evening hours and runs through wednesday night due to surf heights building to around 10 feet. * surge: prepare for life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across coastal alabama. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. limited impacts are possible along the coast of the western florida panhandle. * wind: prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across immediate coastal areas of alabama and the western florida panhandle. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts mainly across extreme southeast mississippi...Extreme southwest alabama...And northwest florida. potential impacts include: - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornadoes: little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi.. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * evacuations: follow the advice of local officials. * other preparedness information: now is the time to check your emergency plan and emergency supplies kit and take necessary actions to protect your family and secure your home or business. when making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track since hazards such as flooding rain, damaging wind gusts, storm surge, and tornadoes extend well away from the center of the storm. if you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. if staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for the latest detailed evacuation and shelter information...Please refer to your local emergency management agency at the phone number or website listed below. - coastal alabama: - baldwin county: 251-972-6807 or www.Baldwincountyal.Gov/departments/ema - mobile county: 251-460-8000 or mobilecountyema.Gov - northwest florida: - escambia county: 850-471-6400 or myescambia.Com/beready - santa rosa county: 850-983-5360 www.Santarosa.Fl.Gov/emergency - okaloosa county: 850-651-7150 or myokaloosa.Com/emergency-management - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in mobile al around 10 pm cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlsmob this product covers portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi. **tropical depression continues drifting erratically northwestward** new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - none * current watches and warnings: - a storm surge watch and tropical storm watch are in effect for baldwin coastal and mobile coastal - a tropical storm watch is in effect for baldwin central, escambia coastal, mobile central, okaloosa coastal, and santa rosa coastal * storm information: - about 190 miles southeast of mobile al or about 150 miles southeast of pensacola fl - 28.7n 85.8w - storm intensity 35 mph - movement northwest or 305 degrees at 3 mph situation overview ------------------ tropical depression two has been drifting slowly northwestward and is currently located about 105 miles south of panama city florida. the system is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm this evening, then move across the offshore waters of alabama and the western florida panhandle tuesday afternoon into early wednesday morning before continuing off to the west. impacts associated with this system are still likely to remain focused close to the immediate coast and offshore. a storm surge watch is in effect for the alabama coast for potential inundation of 2 to 4 feet during periods of high tide wednesday and thursday mornings. storm surge values of 1 to 2 feet are possible along the coast of the western florida panhandle. while there are still uncertainties in the ultimate track and intensity of this system, dangerous surf and beach conditions are expected. a high risk of deadly rip currents is in effect from tonight through much of the week. a high surf warning comes into effect tuesday afternoon into the evening hours for beach areas due to surf heights building to around 10 feet. tropical storm force winds will be possible primarily along the immediate coast from tuesday into wednesday. while most of the heavy rain is forecast to remain offshore, locally heavy rainfall is possible in any outer bands that move ashore. potential impacts ----------------- * other coastal hazards: dangerous surf and beach conditions are expected. a high risk of deadly rip currents is forecast beginning tonight, persisting through much of the week. a high surf warning comes into effect from tuesday afternoon into the evening hours and runs through wednesday night due to surf heights building to around 10 feet. * surge: prepare for life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across coastal alabama. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. limited impacts are possible along the coast of the western florida panhandle. * wind: prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across immediate coastal areas of alabama and the western florida panhandle. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts mainly across extreme southeast mississippi...Extreme southwest alabama...And northwest florida. potential impacts include: - localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. - rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. - flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. a few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. some brief road and bridge closures. * tornadoes: little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across portions of southwest alabama...Northwest florida...South central alabama...And inland southeast mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * evacuations: follow the advice of local officials. * other preparedness information: now is the time to check your emergency plan and emergency supplies kit and take necessary actions to protect your family and secure your home or business. when making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track since hazards such as flooding rain, damaging wind gusts, storm surge, and tornadoes extend well away from the center of the storm. if you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. if staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for the latest detailed evacuation and shelter information...Please refer to your local emergency management agency at the phone number or website listed below. - coastal alabama: - baldwin county: 251-972-6807 or www.Baldwincountyal.Gov/departments/ema - mobile county: 251-460-8000 or mobilecountyema.Gov - northwest florida: - escambia county: 850-471-6400 or myescambia.Com/beready - santa rosa county: 850-983-5360 www.Santarosa.Fl.Gov/emergency - okaloosa county: 850-651-7150 or myokaloosa.Com/emergency-management - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in mobile al around 10 pm cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Tropical Cyclone Local Statement

Message Type: Alert

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: Hlslix this product covers southeast louisiana and south mississippi tropical depression two getting better organized - tropical storm and storm surge watches remain in place east of the ms river to ms/al border new information --------------- * changes to watches and warnings: - none * current watches and warnings: - a storm surge watch and tropical storm watch are in effect for eastern orleans, lower plaquemines, lower st. bernard, southeast st. tammany, southern hancock, southern harrison, and southern jackson * storm information: - about 280 miles east-southeast of new orleans la or about 230 miles east-southeast of gulfport ms - 28.7n 85.8w - storm intensity 35 mph - movement northwest or 305 degrees at 3 mph situation overview ------------------ tropical depression two is currently south off the coast of the florida peninsula and will gradually strengthen as it moves northwest. two is forecast to bring the threat of tropical storm force wind gusts, locally heavy rainfall south of i-10, and storm surge. the coastal areas of mississippi and southeast louisiana will have the greatest threat, especially south of i-10. tropical storm watches remain in effect for the mississippi coast and southeast louisiana east of the mouth of the mississippi river. a tropical storm watch also remains in effect for the coastal waters, sounds east of the mouth of the mississippi as well as for lake borgne. potential impacts ----------------- * wind: prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across the louisiana and mississippi coasts. potential impacts in this area include: - damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. unsecured lightweight objects blown about. - many large tree limbs broken off. a few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. some fences and roadway signs blown over. - a few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. - scattered power and communications outages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * surge: prepare for life-threatening surge having possible significant impacts across the louisiana coast east of the mouth of the mississippi river and coastal mississippi. potential impacts in this area include: - areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. strong and numerous rip currents. - moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. elsewhere across southeast louisiana and south mississippi, little to no impact is anticipated. * flooding rain: prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant impacts south of i-10, especially near the southeast louisiana coast. potential impacts include: - 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. prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across coastal mississippi and elsewhere in southeast louisiana along the i-10/i-12 corridor. * tornadoes: little to no tornado impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast louisiana and south mississippi. precautionary/preparedness actions ---------------------------------- * other preparedness information: when securing your property, outside preparations should be concluded as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. the onset of strong gusty winds or flooding can cause certain preparedness activities to become unsafe. check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations. if you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. if staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors. closely monitor weather.Gov, noaa weather radio and local news outlets for official storm information. listen for possible changes to the forecast. * additional sources of information: - for information on appropriate preparations see ready.Gov - for information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.Org - for additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.Org next update ----------- the next local statement will be issued by the national weather service in new orleans la around 10 pm cdt, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Event: Heat Advisory

Message Type: Update

Urgency: Expected

Severity: Moderate

Certainty: Likely

Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Heat index values up to 110. * where...George, greene, perry, stone, and wayne counties. * when...Until 7 pm cdt tuesday. * impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.