Cat 4 Irma’s path shifted west again
Cat 4 Irma’s path shifted west again
Hurricane Irma, still a dangerous Category 4 storm, has not made a northward turn as soon as expected, resulting in its projected path again being shifted toward the west. The National Hurricane Center’s 4 a.m. CST update stated the new forecast track has “minor westward adjustments.” “Latest track lessens severe impacts for North Carolina, parts … read more
Two more hurricanes expected to form this week
Two more hurricanes expected to form this week
Tropical Storms Jose and Katia are expected to become hurricanes this week, according to the National Hurricane Center’s 10 a.m. CST updates. Jose became the 10th tropical storm of the 2017 season on Tuesday. Currently the storm has sustained winds of 70 mph and is located 11135 miles east of the Lesser Antilles. Meteorologist Ryan … read more
Irma could make South Florida landfall sooner than expected
Irma could make South Florida landfall sooner than expected
The National Hurricane Center’s 4 a.m. CST update shows the center of Hurricane Irma now moving as predicted toward the west-northwest — at a rate of 16 mph. However, Forecaster Ryan Maue noted an “important change” in the storm’s 96-hour projected path, which has been shifted away from Cuba. According to Maue, the latest computer … read more
Governor Scott issues storm preparedness update
Governor Scott issues storm preparedness update
This evening, Governor Rick Scott received a full update on Hurricane Irma at the State Emergency Operations Center. Governor Scott has been in constant communication with state and local emergency management officials, law enforcement, school superintendents and county leaders who are also working to ensure the state is prepared to respond to any potential impacts … read more
Irma winds remain at 185 mph
Irma winds remain at 185 mph
The 7 p.m. CST National Hurricane Center update on Hurricane Irma shows maximum sustained winds remain at 185 mph, and the storm continues to move west at around 15 mph. “A turn toward the west-northwest is forecast to begin tonight and continue for the next couple of days. On the forecast track, the extremely dangerous … read more
State offices to close Friday ahead of storm
State offices to close Friday ahead of storm
Governor Rick Scott today directed state offices to be closed in all 67 Florida counties this Friday in preparation for Hurricane Irma. Prior to Friday’s statewide closures, state office closures will follow the direction of county officials and will be announced as they are determined. The Governor also issued a call to state employees across … read more
Santa Rosa’s July tourism revenues top half-million dollar mark
Santa Rosa’s July tourism revenues top half-million dollar mark
Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Director Julie Morgan is reveling in the latest county tourist tax revenue report which shows the county raked in $579,803. “We blew July out of the water,” Morgan said, pointing out the 32.04 percent increase over last year. Records show that from October until June, Santa Rosa County tourist tax … read more
Santa Rosa County Emergency Management issues pre-storm recommendations
Santa Rosa County Emergency Management issues pre-storm recommendations
Simple steps you can do now in advance of Hurricane Irma Santa Rosa County Emergency Management is closely monitoring Hurricane Irma and there are no actions anticipated before Friday. It is still too early to determine if Irma will impact our area. Meanwhile, there are several easy steps residents can take now to make preparations … read more
Governor Scott suspends all tolls ahead of Irma
Governor Scott suspends all tolls ahead of Irma
Governor Rick Scott this afternoon directed the Florida Department of Transportation to suspend tolls across the entire State of Florida in preparation for Hurricane Irma. The suspension went into effect at 4 p.m. CST, per FDOT. “By suspending all tolls, Floridians and visitors will more easily be able to prepare for any potential storm impacts, … read more
Schools will make closure decision on Friday
Schools will make closure decision on Friday
Santa Rosa County Schools Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick this afternoon advised staff and school board members that the “earliest known decision (at present) will take place Friday Morning after our first scheduled (emergency operations center) meeting.” In an email Wyrosdick said he wanted to communicate accurately, timely and thoroughly regarding any potential weather-related school closures. “We … read more
