Notes On Alberto
“Subtropical Storm Alberto” has formed near Cozumel, Mexico this morning. Sustained winds are near 40 mph.
*This is not a classic tropical storm now; it is broad with multiple low-level circulations.
*The center should be near the coast Monday; it is NOT expected to reach hurricane strength.
*The main threat for the coast will be rain/flooding (east of the landfall point), and rip currents. Rain amounts could exceed 6 inches in spots on the Gulf Coast Sunday and Monday with flooding likely.
*There will be no direct impact on the Gulf Coast today or tomorrow (other than rough surf); the sky will be partly sunny with the usual chance of scattered storms. Rain and wind will begin to increase Sunday afternoon.
*The rip current danger will be high all weekend long; red flags are already flying. Stay out of the Gulf… the risk is NOT worth it.
*Winds could gust in the 40/45 mph category at times Sunday night and Monday from Dauphin Island and Gulf Shores west to Destin and Panama City Beach.
*A few isolated tornadoes will be possible along and east of the circulation center late Sunday into Monday.
*Weather conditions will improve greatly on the coast Tuesday and on through the rest of the week as the tropical system dissipates inland.
*There is always going to be some uncertainty involving tropical systems as they tend to have a mind of their own sometimes, so keep an eye out for forecast changes.
Look for a new discussion and Weather Xtreme video later today…
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