WTUS82 KMFL 042117 HLSMFL FLZ063-066>075-168-172>174-050530- Tropical Storm Debby Local Statement Advisory Number 10 National Weather Service Miami FL AL042024 517 PM EDT Sun Aug 4 2024 This product covers South Florida **Tropical Storm Warnings Cancelled** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - All watches and warnings have been canceled * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * STORM INFORMATION: - About 290 miles west-northwest of Miami FL or about 190 miles northwest of Naples FL - 27.7N 84.4W - Storm Intensity 65 mph - Movement North or 360 degrees at 12 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ Tropical Storm Debby in the eastern Gulf of Mexico, expected to become a Hurricane tonight. The threat for sustained tropical storm force winds has now moved north of our area, thus Tropical Storm warnings for extreme southwest Florida and adjacent waters have been cancelled. The following hazards remain a concern with Tropical Storm Debby even though the strongest winds have moved away: * Rainfall - Periods of moderate to heavy rain will continue into this evening. Additional rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are expected with locally higher amounts in excess of 4 inches possible the threat for higher amounts has now shifted to the eastern half of south Florida where the flooding threat is a bit lower. Brief periods of moderate rain moving inland across southwest Florida could further aggravate ongoing flooding. * Coastal Flooding/Surge - Higher than usual tides due to the combination of surge from Debby and the upcoming new moon could lead to coastal flooding of 1 to 2 feet along coastal Collier and mainland Monroe Counties. * Tornado - A few tornadoes remain possible through this evening. A Tornado Watch is in effect for Glades, Hendry and Collier counties. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * SURGE: Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across coastal Southwest Florida. Remain well away from locally hazardous surge having possible limited impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. Elsewhere across South Florida, little to no impact is anticipated. * TORNADOES: Potential impacts from tornadoes are still unfolding across southwest Florida, where a Tornado Watch is in effect for Collier, Glades and Hendry counties. Remain well braced against a dangerous tornado event having possible significant impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - The occurrence of scattered tornadoes can hinder the execution of emergency plans during tropical events. Additional impacts from tornadoes are still a concern across the eastern half of south Florida. Remain well braced against tornado event having further limited impact potential. * FLOODING RAIN: Potential impacts from the flooding rain are still unfolding across much of South Florida, but especially over portions of southwest Florida. Remain well guarded against dangerous flood waters having possible significant impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - 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. Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across the eastern half of south Florida. Remain well guarded against locally hazardous flood waters having further impacts of limited potential. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- * EVACUATIONS: Follow the advice of local officials. * OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: Be alert for flooded roads which could be compromised or littered with debris. Avoid travel until water levels subside and roads have been cleared. Do not drive through places where flood waters cover the road. Turn around, don't drown! Have multiple ways to receive Tornado Warnings if issued. Consider nearby shelter options as you move about. Be ready to shelter quickly. * 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 ----------- As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement issued by the National Weather Service in Miami FL regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area. $$