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Weird weather history now includes Isaias
Read full article: Weird weather history now includes Isaias(WKMG)On to more weird weather. (NOAA)Three years later, on the same date, more weird weather happened. Forty cities reported record low temperatures, including 37 degrees in Belcourt, North Dakota. Meanwhile about 1,100 miles just to the west, in Walla Walla, Washington, the NWS reported record heat, with a high of 103 degrees. Check out other weird weather phenomena, including underwater lakes in the ocean, here.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in North Carolina
Read full article: Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in North CarolinaNORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. Hurricane Isaias has made landfall near Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, according to the National Hurricane Center. The Hurricane Center said it expected the storm to make landfall early Tuesday near southern North Carolina. Still, on this part of the South Carolina and North Carolina coasts that has been affected to varying degrees by seven tropical storms or hurricanes since 2014, residents weren't panicking. Up the coast in southern North Carolina, high winds from Isaias inner core knocked down trees and power lines, blocking roads. Farther up the coast into North Carolina, the hurricane center predicted storm surges of 3 to 5 feet (0.9 to 1.5 meters) when Isaias moves onshore.
Summertime storms return to Central Florida forecast
Read full article: Summertime storms return to Central Florida forecastORLANDO, Fla. With Isaias moving further away from Florida, the Orlando area will return to its normal summertime setup, with heat index readings in the triple digits and rain chances at 60% Tuesday afternoon. The hurricane had touched down just after 11 p.m. Monday with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (136 km/h). The storm now has maximum sustained winds of 70 miles per hour (117 km/h). Isaas will keep racing up the East Coast today, with typical temperatures, humidity levels and storm chances left behind for us. The system is forecast to move northwest at about 10 mph over the southwestern Atlantic on Tuesday.
News 6 weather team provides Tropical Storm Isaias updates
Read full article: News 6 weather team provides Tropical Storm Isaias updatesORLANDO, Fla. – With all eyes on Tropical Storm Isaias, News 6 is providing timely updates as the storm bears down on Florida. The News 6 weather team, including chief meteorologist Tom Sorrells, will frequently provide updates on Isaias to help keep you prepared. [MORE: Radar | Plan and prepare | Sandbag locations]Just check back on this page at the following times to get the latest information about the storm. SUNDAY SCHEDULENews 6 meteorologists started providing updates hourly at 15 minutes past the hour beginning at 9:15 a.m.With Florida out of the cone as of 5 p.m., updates have been postponed until further notice. Thanks for watching and be safe!
SunRail to suspend service on Monday due to Hurricane Isaias
Read full article: SunRail to suspend service on Monday due to Hurricane IsaiasORLANDO, Fla. – Officials announced SunRail will suspend service on Monday due to Hurricane Isaias. Sunrail said crews will begin working to prepare the corridor and render it safe before the storm. Crews will secure railroad gates at 127 railroad crossings. Officials said crews will also inspect and store the SunRail train fleet. Hurricane Isaias is projected to be in the Florida area on Saturday.
Hundreds of line crews prepare for possible outages from Hurricane Isaias
Read full article: Hundreds of line crews prepare for possible outages from Hurricane IsaiasDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Florida coast, hundreds of power crews are already in position and ready to respond in case of power outages. [RELATED: LIVE TRACK: Forecast cone, computer models, updates as Hurricane Isaias approaches Florida]Our restoration work force is 10,000 men and women who are working on this restoration effort, said Marie Bertot, of Florida Power and Light. Crews gathered Saturday morning at the Daytona International Speedway, linemen and women came from states like Kentucky and Texas to help Floridians. And because of the pandemic, Berto says crews are prepared with supplies to keep them safe from COVID-19. To keep up with the latest news on the pandemic, subscribe to News 6s coronavirus newsletter and go to ClickOrlando.com/coronavirus.
Federal assistance approved for Floridians ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Read full article: Federal assistance approved for Floridians ahead of Hurricane IsaiasSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. As Central Florida counties prepare for Hurricane Isaias, Governor Ron DeSantis announced they will get the help they need now that the federal disaster warning was approved. [RELATED: LIVE TRACK: Forecast cone, computer models, updates as Hurricane Isaias approaches Florida]Seminole County Emergency Manager Alan Harris said the federal dollars help pay for their hurricane response. "We've never given out personal protective equipment, masks, gloves, and hand sanitizing at the shelters, but that all has to be ready." [MORE: State of emergency declared on Floridas east coast as Hurricane Isaias approaches]Wed want to be able to do health screenings, temperature checks. We also need to do social distancing, which would require us to open more shelters than we might normally open and all of that comes at a cost, Walker said.
Flagler County prepares for Hurricane Isaias, warns residents of storm surge
Read full article: Flagler County prepares for Hurricane Isaias, warns residents of storm surgeFLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. Flagler County is making final preparations ahead of Hurricane Isaias. Isaias will likely make its greatest impact to Flagler County between 7 p.m. Sunday and 7 a.m. Monday with tropical-storm-force winds, Lord said. At this time, hurricane-force winds are not probable.Officials in Seminole County shared the following information about sandbags and storm surge:A storm surge watch is currently in effect for coastal Flagler County. All Flagler County residents should be prepared to shelter in place at home while Isaias passes by or through our community. Flagler County officials said if a shelter opens, it will be located at Rymfire Elementary, 1425 Rymfire Drive.
Hurricane Isaias lashes Bahamas, virus-hit Florida braces
Read full article: Hurricane Isaias lashes Bahamas, virus-hit Florida bracesA resident walks with containers filled with gasoline at Cooper's gas station before the arrival of Hurricane Isaias in Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas, Friday, July 31, 2020. Authorities in North Carolina ordered the evacuation of Ocracoke Island, which was slammed by last years Hurricane Dorian, starting Saturday evening. The center of COVID-19 now is in Grand Bahama, the islands minister, Sen. Kwasi Thompson, told government-run ZNS Bahamas. A hurricane warning means that hurricane conditions are expected somewhere within the area, and a watch means they are possible. For example, in Marion County, Florida, officials say people would be provided facial coverings if they have to go to shelters.
Hurricane Isaias: What to expect in Brevard County
Read full article: Hurricane Isaias: What to expect in Brevard CountyBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard County is now under a hurricane warning, according to News 6 Chief Meteorologist Tom Sorrells. On Friday evening, Hurricane Isaias slowly made a shift to the west prompting officials at the National Weather Service to initiate the warning. The latest models have the eye skirting the Brevard County coast around 2 p.m. Sunday. Brevard County has not been hit by hurricane-force sustained winds in 40 years, according to information obtained by FLORIDA TODAY in 2019 from the Brevard County Emergency Management office. That’s not to say Brevard County has not had hurricane-force gusts, but nothing sustained since the Jimmy Carter administration.
Here’s how to build your hurricane kit on a budget
Read full article: Here’s how to build your hurricane kit on a budgetEUSTIS, Fla. – As Central Floridians prepare for Hurricane Isaias, many families are struggling to make ends meet because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts say you can still be prepared for this hurricane season without breaking your budget. We recommend seven days’ worth of food, water, and medicine.”Preparing for the hurricane season is different this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Building a hurricane kit or getting prepared doesn’t have to be expensive. Carter said you can get the essentials you need for your hurricane kit for less than $30.
Preparations underway in Volusia County ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Read full article: Preparations underway in Volusia County ahead of Hurricane IsaiasVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Volusia County is preparing for Hurricane Isaias that could make an impact this weekend. Volusia County Beach Safety Patrol said it has already packed up non-essential items like trash receptacles and playground canopies but leaving behind some traffic signs, cones and lifeguards until Saturday afternoon. Tammy Malphurs said one positive takeaway from the hurricane is a solution to the soft sand problem. Lifeguards said they’re prepared for what may come but beachgoers still need to be on alert, as the red flag will be flying for unfavorable beach conditions. “What’s really important to know is when those conditions die down, we could have very hazardous rip current conditions,” Malphurs said.
State of emergency declared on Florida’s east coast as Hurricane Isaias approaches
Read full article: State of emergency declared on Florida’s east coast as Hurricane Isaias approachesTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – With Hurricane Isaias on a projected path to start impacting Florida as early as Saturday, a state of emergency has been declared along Florida’s east coast. DeSantis also said it’s possible he could provide another Hurricane Isaias update later Friday evening. Models show the eye moving alongside Florida’s southeast coast Saturday evening then continuing up toward the Central Florida coast Sunday morning through the evening. The executive order declaring a state of emergency spans the entire east coast of the state, from Miami-Dade to Nassau counties. 11 a.m. Isaias update.
Here’s how Hurricane Isaias will impact Volusia County
Read full article: Here’s how Hurricane Isaias will impact Volusia CountyVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Hurricane Isaias is heading our way and right now, it looks like Florida’s east coast will be feeling its impact. The state’s east coast is under a state of emergency and a hurricane watch has been issued for much of that same area. Jim Judge, the director of Volusia County’s emergency management department, explained what residents can expect when the hurricane hits. “Every year we work with the school district and basically we’ve got about 32 schools on standby should we need them and then also we have the Volusia County Fairgrounds,” Judge said. At the beaches, Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue Capt.
5 things to know about the newly formed Hurricane Isaias, which continues heading toward Florida
Read full article: 5 things to know about the newly formed Hurricane Isaias, which continues heading toward FloridaNew Hurricane Isaias kept on a path early Friday that’s expected continue on toward our country’s East Coast by the weekend. Isaias had maximum sustained winds of 80 mph Friday morning and was centered about 15 miles south-southwest of Great Inagua Island in the Bahamas, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said. Phonetically, it’s “ees-ah-EE-ahs.”There are different ways to pronounce Isaias, but for the sake of a named storm, the National Hurricane Center has informed meteorologists this pronunciation will be the standard. A hurricane warning was in effect for the northwestern Bahamas, including Andros Island, New Providence, Eleuthera, Abaco Islands, Berry Islands, Grand Bahama and Bimini. The National Hurricane Center was monitoring two other disturbances Friday morning, both over the tropical Atlantic Ocean.
High heat and Hurricane Isaias: Here’s what to expect this weekend in Central Florida
Read full article: High heat and Hurricane Isaias: Here’s what to expect this weekend in Central FloridaORLANDO, Fla. – As Florida awaits the weekend impacts of Hurricane Isaias, it will be a scorcher -- and mostly dry -- Friday in the Orlando area. Impacts across Central Florida appear to be low, with the biggest risk occurring right along the coast. Rain will be heavy at times and winds will be the strongest within Isaias' outer rain bands. It will not rain all weekend, but some of the rain bands can be nasty for a short time. Tropical downpours containing heavy rain and gusty winds will still be possible, just less widespread.
Please do not engage in hurricane or COVID parties: Isaias bears down on Bahamas
Read full article: Please do not engage in hurricane or COVID parties: Isaias bears down on BahamasSAN JUAN Forecasters declared a hurricane warning for parts of the Florida coast Friday as Hurricane Isaias drenched the Bahamas on a track for the U.S. East Coast. Bahamas Power and Light Co. cut off power in certain areas for safety. A hurricane warning was in effect for northwest and central Bahamas. Please do not engage in hurricane or COVID(-19) parties, he said. Isaias was expected to produce 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 centimeters) of rain in the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Heres how Isaias could affect your weekend plans in Central Florida
Read full article: Heres how Isaias could affect your weekend plans in Central FloridaORLANDO, Fla. As of Thursday night, Hurricane Isaias is still churning in the Atlantic on its way through the Bahamas. [RELATED: WATCH LIVE: Forecast cone, computer models and updates for Tropical Storm Isaias]The weekend impacts for Central Florida will vary depending on how close to our coast Isaias comes, and how much more it will intensify. [RELATED: County-by-county look at Isaias impact in Central Florida]For now, we are expecting tropical storm conditions to impact the coastal areas of Volusia, Brevard, and Flagler counties. Look for the first bands of Tropical rain to arrive in Southern Brevard County around 6 p.m. Saturday evening. Any deviation of the current track could also bring those conditions across the Inland areas.
County-by-county look at Isaias impact in Central Florida
Read full article: County-by-county look at Isaias impact in Central FloridaVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. As we watch Hurricane Isaias move northwest the question becomes just how much of an impact will it have on Central Florida. [RELATED: WATCH LIVE: Forecast cone, computer models and updates for Tropical Storm Isaias]The answer depends on location, location, and location. Brevard County:The action begins Saturday with first bands by around 6 p.m.3 to 5 inches of rain before it is over. Strong Tropical Force Winds until Sunday nightVolusia County:The action starts closer to 11 P.M Saturday night into Sunday. 3 to 5 inches of rainTropical Storm Force winds along the coast until Sunday nightFlagler County:Overnight Saturday into Sunday the action begins3 to 5 inches of rainTropical Storm Force winds into Sunday night.
Flagler County officials warn of flooding from Hurricane Isaias, urge residents to prepare
Read full article: Flagler County officials warn of flooding from Hurricane Isaias, urge residents to prepareFLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. Officials with Flagler Countys Emergency Operation Center held a news conference Friday ahead of Hurricane Isaias. Flagler County officials warn of flooding similar to what Floridians saw with Hurricane Dorian. Flagler County issued a local state of emergency with Gov. All residents in Flagler county should be prepared to shelter in place.Flagler County shelters will have separate areas for those who know they have COVID-19 or are showing symptoms of the virus, according to EOC officials. The storms path and strength remain fluid, but the governor said theres a possibility Isaias could become a Category 2 hurricane.
Florida halts COVID-19 testing as it prepares for hurricane
Read full article: Florida halts COVID-19 testing as it prepares for hurricaneMIAMI Hurricane Isaias imminent arrival forced the closure of some outdoor coronavirus testing sites Friday even as the state reached a new daily high in deaths. Hurricane watches and storm warnings were in effect in many areas of Floridas east coast, prompting residents to buy sandbags and board up their homes. Isaias was forecast to strengthen Friday while moving near or over the Bahamas and was expected to approach South Florida on Saturday or Sunday. Its a challenge, but these are some of the things you have to think about in the age of COVID-19 and now a hurricane," Gimenez said. A storm warning which means a storm is expected is in effect in South Florida.
Prepping for hurricane offers new challenges for nursing homes during coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Prepping for hurricane offers new challenges for nursing homes during coronavirus pandemicORLANDO, Fla. With the threat of Hurricane Isaias approaching Floridas coast, a Central Florida senior living community said its been a challenge revising time-tested plans to incorporate protocols for COVID-19. Bryce Robinson is the Senior Regional Director of Operations for Sonata Senior Living, in Orlando, and said theyve initiated Phase I of their Emergency Preparedness Plan. Officials with Sonata Senior Living said their Emergency Preparedness Plan now includes having personal protective equipment at the ready, and preparations for keeping residents socially distant. However, he said there are protocols in place for when those residents return to their senior living communities. Ron DeSantis said 100% of the states nursing homes and assisted living facilities have working generators on site.
Tropical Depression 10 forms in Atlantic while Isaias continues on path toward Florida
Read full article: Tropical Depression 10 forms in Atlantic while Isaias continues on path toward FloridaORLANDO, Fla. As Hurricane Isaias continues on a path toward Florida, forecasters are now monitoring a tropical depression in the Atlantic. Tropical Depression 10 formed Friday afternoon in the far eastern Atlantic, according to the National Hurricane Center. A tropical storm watch is also in effect from the Flagler-Volusia county line to Ponte Vedre Beach, according to the NHC, which means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 48 hours. Click here for updates on Hurricane Isaias. For more information on hurricane season and all the latest updates on whats brewing in the tropics, visit ClickOrlando.com/hurricane.
Orange County prepared to handle both hurricane and pandemic, mayor assures
Read full article: Orange County prepared to handle both hurricane and pandemic, mayor assuresORLANDO, Fla. With Hurricane Isaias slated to brush up against Floridas east coast this weekend, Orange County emergency management officials are preparing the area to prevent flooding but do not plan to open hurricane shelters as of Friday afternoon. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings assured the community the county can handle the ongoing coronavirus pandemic along with an impending hurricane. Orange County has a capacity to really deal with both. The mayor said if residents would like to shelter in area hotels, about 84% of lodging options are open in Orange County with about 60% of rooms available. Orange County Public Safety Director Danny Banks said the county began prepping for hurricane season early this year because of COVID-19.