 Graphic: Naval Atlantic Meteorology and Oceanography Center |
| Here are the actual (black) and
forecast (red) paths of Hurricane Debby as of 8 a.m. Wednesday, as released by the National Hurricane Center. |
Early Wednesday, the best forecast guidance
had Hurricane Debby near the southeastern U.S. coast by Friday.
Debby was packing the
potential of develop into a major hurricane (category 3 or
higher) by late week.
Hurricanes can impact the entire state of Georgia, including
the mountains. Along the
coast the greatest concern is the storm surge, which can cause
major flooding and cut off
evacuation routes.
Away from the immediate coast, flooding and wind damage are
the concerns. Historically,
most people who die in hurricanes die from drowning. Tornados
are
also common as tropical
weather systems move over land.
Don’t Wait; Be
Prepared
It can rarely be known many days in advance whether Debby or
any other hurricane will
impact Georgia. But the time to prepare is before these storms
arrive.
- Review your family hurricane plan and evacuation
route. - Take an inventory of emergency supplies.
- Check the working condition of your NOAA weather
radio. - See the University of Georgia
Water page for more suggestions.
All Georgians need to keep advised of the latest statements
and warnings concerning
Debby and any hurricanes that threaten the state. A NOAA weather
radio is the best source
for current weather warnings and information.
Official State-of-Georgia information is available from the
Management
Agency page.
