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  1. Aug 17

    The preliminary peak observed water level during TS Fred was 3.37 ft MHHW (inundation) measured at Apalachicola, FL. Higher levels may have occurred between tide stations.

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    Aug 15

    A Storm Surge Warning is now in effect for Tropical Storm along the Florida Panhandle from Indian Pass to the Steinhatchee River. Water levels of 2-4 ft above ground level are expected within that area.

    8 replies 142 retweets 266 likes
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  3. May 28

    The Tropical Cyclone Report for Hurricane (August 20-29, 2020) has been posted on the NHC website. Laura caused peak storm surge inundation of 12 to 18 feet above normally dry ground in Creole and Grand Chenier, Louisiana.

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  4. Retweeted
    May 14

    You can play a large role in how your neighbors fare before, during and after a hurricane.

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    May 13

    Reminder that 's SECART Hurricane Webinar series continues on Monday (5/17) at 1 PM EDT with Robbie Berg from , Jeff Evans from , and Jeff Lindner from discussing storm surge data collection and analyses. Register here:

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  6. Retweeted
    May 13

    Can your home withstand a hurricane? Make sure it is up to local hurricane building code specifications. Remember, the garage door is the most vulnerable part of the home, so it must be able to withstand high winds.

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  7. May 11

    Today, upgraded its Probabilistic Storm Surge model (P-Surge v2.9). In this video, Dr. Andrew Penny from explains the upgrades, including improvements in how a hurricane's structure is handled by the model.

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  8. May 11

    The Tropical Cyclone Report for Hurricane (October 24-29, 2020) has been posted on the NHC website. Zeta caused peak storm surge inundation of 6 to 10 ft above normally dry ground on the coasts of southeastern Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.

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  9. Retweeted
    May 11

    Just having enough supplies to make it through a hurricane isn’t enough. You need plenty to make it through what could be a long recovery period too. Prepare for AT LEAST three days.

    8 replies 127 retweets 194 likes
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    May 10

    Are you in a hurricane evacuation zone, or in a home that would be otherwise unsafe in a hurricane? If so, think now, about where you’d go and how you’d get there if you're told to evacuate.

    2 replies 142 retweets 232 likes
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    May 5

    It only takes one storm to change your life and community. If you live in an area prone to tropical cyclones, you need to be prepared. Learn how during Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 9-15, 2021).

    10 replies 147 retweets 247 likes
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  12. Apr 30

    Today is ! Did you know that mangrove forests help protect coastal areas from storm surge and large waves, including during hurricanes? Here, explains what mangroves are, and their roles in the environment:

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  13. Apr 14

    The Tropical Cyclone Report for Hurricane (September 11-17, 2020) has been posted on the NHC website. Sally produced peak storm surge inundation of 5 to 7 ft above normally dry ground along portions of the Alabama and Florida Panhandle coasts.

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  14. Apr 14

    The Tropical Cyclone Report for Hurricane (July 30-August 4) has been posted on the NHC website. Isaias produced peak storm surge inundation of 3 to 6 ft above normally dry ground along the southern NC and northern SC coasts.

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    Apr 7

    For hurricanes, the old adage goes "run from the water, hide from the wind." For some people, a should NOT be taken at their home. Determine what evacuation zone you live in, and if local officials tell you to evacuate before a hurricane to avoid storm surge, GO!

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  16. Apr 1

    NHC has created a StoryMap detailing the catastrophic storm surge produced by Hurricane . Laura is estimated to have produced storm surge inundation of 12 to 18 feet above normally dry ground in the areas of Creole and Grand Chenier, Louisiana.

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  17. Mar 31

    The Tropical Cyclone Report for Hurricane (October 4-10, 2020) is now available on the NHC website. Delta produced peak storm surge inundation of 6 to 9 ft above normally dry ground along the central Louisiana coast.

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  18. Feb 12

    The Tropical Cyclone Report for Hurricane (July 23-26, 2020) has been posted on the NHC website. Hanna produced peak storm surge inundation levels of 3 to 5 ft above normally dry ground along portions of the Middle and Lower Texas coast.

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  19. 12 Nov 2020

    Preliminary water level data indicate that peak water levels of 3-4 ft above MHHW (above ground inundation) occurred within the Tampa Bay area in association with Tropical Storm .

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    8 Nov 2020

    A Storm Surge Warning is now in effect for the Keys, including Florida Bay. Water levels could be as high as 2-4 feet above normally dry ground within the warning area.

    9 replies 104 retweets 243 likes
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