Flooding Threat Continues in Parts of The Leeward Islands Due To Jerry
Satellite images indicate that deep convection has re-developed near and northeast of the center, with a new rainband also present in the southwest quadrant.
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Jerry Is Much Weaker at 1:00 PM
Data from the Air Force Reserve and NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that the maximum sustained winds have decreased to near 80 mph (130 km/h) with higher gusts.
Jerry Potentially Bringing Heavy Rain To The Northern Leeward Islands Today
Although the core of Jerry is expected to move north of the northern Leeward Islands, heavy rainfall and flash floods are possible there today.
Jerry Not Far Away From Becoming A Major Hurricane
The Air Force Hurricane Hunters investigating Jerry this evening found that the hurricane has strengthened.
Humberto Is Now Extratropical, Last Update
Large swells will continue to affect Bermuda, the northwestern Bahamas, and the east coast of the United States from east-central Florida to the Mid-Atlantic States during the next couple of days.
Humberto Expected To Become Post-Tropical Within The Next 6-12 Hours
The cyclone is anticipated to become fully extratropical soon, within the next 6 to 12 hours.
Hurricane Jerry Continues To Strengthen, Approaching Category 2
Jerry is a compact hurricane on satellite imagery with the central dense overcast becoming more symmetric during the past few hours.
Hurricane Jerry Continues To Grow Stronger
Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 85 mph (140 km/h) with higher gusts.
Severe Drought Conditions Persisting In Parts Of Central Alabama
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that severe drought conditions are persisting across portions of western and central Shelby County.
What A Difference The Wedge Makes At Midday
While we do have some clouds over the western parts of the area and crossing over into Mississippi, along with some scattered fair-weather clouds over the southeastern parts of the area, the rest of Central Alabama is enjoying plenty of sunshine.
Jerry Is Now A Hurricane
Although the core of Jerry is expected to pass north of northern Leeward Islands, tropical-storm-force winds and locally heavy rainfall are possible, and tropical storm watches are in effect.
