Subject: (UPDATE 5) Hurricane Idalia now a CAT 2 storm

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Hurricane Idalia now a CAT 2 storm. Max sustained winds of ~100 mph w higher gusts. Add'l strengthening forecast. Storm track shifted west ~25 mi. See email.



Supplemental Info:


From the 5:00PM Public Advisory:


"Data from an Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that maximum sustained winds have increased to near 100 mph (155 km/h) with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is forecast, and Idalia is expected to become a major hurricane tonight before it reaches the Big Bend coast of Florida."


Note the Disaster Recovery Resources section added near the bottom of this email.


In the graphic below, remember that the cone shows an estimation of track forecast uncertainty. It does NOT represent the physical size of the storm NOR the extent of potential storm impact.


NHC Storm Page:

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml


Hurricane Idalia Graphics:

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at5.shtml?start#contents


Hurricane Idalia Public Advisory:

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPAT5+shtml/292117.shtml


Hurricane Idalia Forecast Discussion:

https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCDAT5+shtml/292056.shtml



Traffic and Road Conditions


The potential for dangerous flooding with a coastal hurricane impact is high. As a result, increased situational awareness is advised if you or family members are heading out on the roads during such weather events.


National 511 System


On July 21, 2000, the FCC assigned 511 as a nationwide telephone number for intelligent transportation system (ITS) traveler information. Managed by the Federal Highway Admin. (FHWA), the system allows drivers to dial “511" on their phones and receive real-time traffic information. Depending on the time and system load, you will either hear recorded messages or speak directly with a human operator who can provide traffic information.


The websites below, covering states with normal potential for hurricane impact, provide interactive maps with real-time information on road conditions. All are accessible via mobile devices:



Disaster Recovery Resources


NATIONAL


After a Federally Declared Disaster your first point of contact is FEMA:


  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
    1 (800) 621-FEMA (3362)
    TTY: 1 (800) 462-7585


FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Locator (or text DRC + ZIP code to 43362)

Red Cross - Find Open Shelters

DisasterAssistance.gov 

HUD Disaster Recovery Assistance Page

HUD Housing Assistance Page

HUD Find Shelter Tool

Small Business Admin Disaster Assistance


STATE (Florida)


  • Florida State Assistance Info Line:
    1 (800) 342 3557
    TTY: Dial 711


FloridaDisaster.org

County Emergency Mgmt Agencies

Florida Shelter Status

View Shelters on Map (tabs at bottom)

Special Needs Shelter Information (by county)


STATE (Georgia)


  • Georgia State Assistance Info Line:
    1 (800) 857 4842
    TTY: Dial 711


Georgia Emergency Mgmt & Homeland Security Agency

Georgia Community Affairs Housing Services

County Emergency Mgmt Agencies

Georgia Shelter Status

Georgia Special Needs Housing



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