July 2020 – Page 2 – Weather Preppers

Hurricane Isaias: What we know as it heads toward the Carolinas

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

The storm, with sustained winds of 75 mph, is expected to hug the East Coast after it reaches Florida Millions of coastal residents from Florida through Virginia were keeping a wary eye on the tropics heading into the weekend as Hurricane Isaias continued its slow trek toward the U.S. East Coast. The Category 1 hurricane, with sustained winds of 75 mph, was moving northwest at 16 mph late Friday as it approached Florida after battering…

SCEMD asks SC residents to prepare for possible effects of Hurricane Isaias

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Residents should review personal safety plans and begin to prepare in case Isaias threatens the state, SCEMD said COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) is reminding residents to begin necessary preparations as they continue to monitor the possible effects of Hurricane Isaias. Current forecast tracks have the storm passing very close to the state, or perhaps directly impacting portions of the area, early next week. Download the WLTX App Now for the…

How exactly do you pronounce Hurricane Isaias?

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Friday Jul 31, 2020 at 2:30 PM It’s the storm on the minds of everyone along the East Coast. Having strengthened over the Atlantic since its early days as a tropical storm, Hurricane Isaias has the attention of those who know the havoc hurricanes can wreak. But while you may know what it is — and may be tracking its path as it skirts toward Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas — you may not know how to pronounce Hurricane Isaias….

If Wilmington shelters open for Hurricane Isaias, they will be a ’last resort’

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

The COVID-19 pandemic means any shelters will operate at a third of normal capacity, with space “extremely limited”

Bahamas, Florida brace as new Hurricane Isaias bears down

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By DÁNICA COTO and ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON, Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Forecasters declared a hurricane watch for parts of the Florida coastline on Friday as Hurricane Isaias drenched the Bahamas on a track for the U.S. East Coast. Officials in Florida said they were closing beaches, marinas and parks in Miami-Dade County beginning Friday night. Mayor Carlos Gimenez said the county has 20 evacuation centers on standby that could be set up…

Hurricane Isaias to bring rip currents: What to do if you’re caught in one

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

A Castle Hayne couple knows too well the tragic toll the channels of powerful water can take WILMINGTON — To the untrained eye, rip currents basically are invisible. Even worse, the narrow channels of fast-moving water often look like a calm area in an otherwise rough surf and are difficult to spot at eye level. In contrast to the breaking waves and white surf on either side, rip currents can look flat. As waves break…

What to expect from Hurricane Isaias in Wilmington

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Need for preparedness builds as the storm approaches the region Local emergency management agencies are warily watching Hurricane Isaias, and they are asking that you do the same. Many of these departments have been working on issues related to COVID-19 for months. And now, there’s also a possibility of a dangerous storm, which could impact the area by late Sunday. Thinking about shelters and evacuation plans in the midst of a pandemic isn’t ideal. “It…

What to expect in Wilmington from Hurricane Isaias

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Need for preparedness builds as the storm approaches the region

Hurricane Isaias weakens slightly, shifts more inland on its track toward North Carolina

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

RALEIGH (WTVD) — Hurricane Isaias continues to track toward the east coast and most projections have the storm impacting the southeastern United States, including North Carolina, in the coming days. Friday’s 11 a.m. update showed the storm track shifted slightly west, meaning more inland. The overall storm is slightly slower and weaker than earlier projections. Isaias could graze Florida for much of the day Saturday and Sunday morning. Hurricane Isaias’ maximum sustained winds dropped from…

Hurricane Isaias weakens slightly, shifts westward on its track toward North Carolina

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

RALEIGH (WTVD) — Hurricane Isaias continues to track toward the east coast and most projections have the storm impacting the southeastern United States, including North Carolina, in the coming days. Friday’s 11 a.m. update showed the storm track shifted slightly west. The overall storm is slightly slower and weaker than earlier projections. Isaias could graze Florida for much of the day Saturday and Sunday morning. Hurricane Isaias’ maximum sustained winds dropped from 80 miles per…

Hurricane Isaias track shifts west, could hit Florida as Cat. 1 storm Saturday

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By WRAL Severe Weather Center Raleigh, N.C. — Hurricane Isaias could hit Florida Saturday as a Category 1 storm before weakening and heading for the Carolinas. Resources: Interactive Hurricane Tracker | Coastal Webcams | Get WRAL alerts during severe weather | Know your flood risk The 11 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center shows that Hurricane Isaias has weakened just slightly with maximum sustained winds at 75 mph. Isaias’ forecast track has shifted to…

How to prepare for Hurricane Isaias

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Tips for creating a hurricane plan, building a hurricane kit and getting your home ready Although it’s still too soon to predict the path of Tropical Storm Isaias, it’s not too early for residents in Southeastern North Carolina to get prepared. Here are some tips for creating a hurricane plan, building a hurricane kit and getting your home ready. Emergency plan essentials: Phone numbers of a pre-assigned contact person for family members to callList of…

Images: When, where Hurricane Isaias is expected to impact NC

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

4 Images Images: When, where Hurricane Isaias is expected to impact NC 52 Images Your weather photos: Sunsets, rainbows, comets and more 16 Images Confederate statues removed from downtown Raleigh 85 Images Your pics: Saharan dust cloud brings beautiful skies to NC 11 Images NC coronavirus stats and trends 36 Images Flooded yards, roads in northeastern counties 63 Images Photos from the Clayton Walk & Talk (June 6, 2020) 10 Images Black Lives Matter murals…

NC emergency crews stockpiling PPE for hurricane response

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By WRAL Severe Weather Center Raleigh, N.C. — Crews at the North Carolina Emergency Operations Center are preparing to respond to Hurricane Isaias, which is expected to impact the state by Monday and bring rip currents to the coast this weekend. Anyone forced to evacuate their home during Isaias or any other storm this season is strongly encouraged to stay with family and friends or at a hotel to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Smaller,…

Houston forecast: Scattered rain, hot temps this weekend; tracking Hurricane Isaias

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Enjoy the rain if you get it, because that’s the only way afternoon temperatures won’t get into the mid-90s for the next few days. HOUSTON — Hotter temperatures have returned to Southeast Texas as high temps in the mid-90s are expected for the next several afternoons. There is, however, a scattered rain chance, especially on Friday and Saturday. GET ALERTS ON YOUR PHONE: Download the KHOU 11 app TRACK THE STORMS: Interactive radar By Saturday, a weak…

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