Subject: Hurricane Helene strengthens to CAT 4 storm

Hurricane Helene strengthens to CAT 4 storm

September 26th, 2024 at 6:48 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: NHC reports hurricane Helene's maximum sustained winds have increased to 130 mph (CAT 4). Strong, damaging winds will likely penetrate far inland. Supplemental Info: Hurricane Helene Main Storm Page:https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/ ...

Hurricane Helene strengthens to CAT 3 storm

September 26th, 2024 at 2:47 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: NHC reports hurricane Helene's maximum sustained winds have increased to near 120 mph (CAT 3). Additional strengthening expected before landfall this evening. Supplemental Info: Hurricane Helene Main Storm Page:https://nhc.noaa.gov/ ...

NHC intensity forecast for hurricane Helene now at CAT 4

September 25th, 2024 at 6:13 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: NHC intensity forecast for hurricane Helene now shows the system at Category 4 (132 mph) in 24 hours, with additional strengthening possible before landfall Thursday evening. Supplemental Info: Hurricane Helene Main Storm Page:https ...

UPDATE: Reports of explosion, Santa Barbara Superior Courts

September 25th, 2024 at 1:38 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: Suspect detained after throwing bag containing explosive device within Santa Barbara Superior Courts. Police request public continue to avoid the area. Supplemental Info: Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office reports the scene has not bee ...

Reports of explosion, Santa Barbara Superior Courts

September 25th, 2024 at 1:23 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: AlertsUSA monitoring response to reports of an explosion at the Santa Barbara Superior Courts in Santa Maria, CA. Police request public avoid the area. Supplemental Info: Cause unknownSanta Barbara Sheriff's Office reports the scene ...

US Embassy Lebanon warns of limited commercial options to depart

September 24th, 2024 at 10:39 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: US Embassy Lebanon warns of limited commercial options avail to leave the country. Those staying should be prepared to shelter in place for an extended period. Supplemental Info: Within the last few hours, Britain has announced that ...

Hurricane WARNING issued for portions of the FL Gulf coast

September 24th, 2024 at 5:20 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: Hurricane WARNING issued from Anclote River to Mexico Beach, FL. Storm surge WARNING issued from Flamingo to Indian Pass, FL incl Tampa Bay Charlotte Harbor. Supplemental Info: TS Helene Main Storm Page:https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refre ...

Hurricane Watch issued for the Gulf Coast of Florida

September 24th, 2024 at 7:46 am EST

SMS Alert Text: Hurricane Watch issued for the Gulf Coast of Florida from Englewood northward and westward to Indian Pass, including Tampa Bay. Final preparations urged. Supplemental Info: PTC 9 Main Storm Page:https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/grap ...

Tropical storm WATCH issued for the Dry Tortugas & Lower Florida Keys

September 23rd, 2024 at 6:30 pm EST

SMS Alert Text: Tropical storm WATCH issued for the Dry Tortugas Lower Florida Keys south of the Seven Mile Bridge. Interests in north and eastern Gulf should be monitoring. Supplemental Info: PTC 9 Main Storm Page:https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/ ...

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine located south of Cuba

September 23rd, 2024 at 11:37 am EST

SMS Alert Text: NHC issues advisory for Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine located south of Cuba. System forecast to become a hurricane as it moves into the Gulf. More via email. Supplemental Info: Main Storm Page:https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/grap ...