[Tropical] Hurricane Local Statement

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Hurricane Jose Local Statement Advisory Number 16
National Weather Service San Juan PR  AL122017
617 AM AST Sat Sep 9 2017

This product covers PUERTO RICO AND THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS

**JOSE HEADED TOWARD THE NORTHERN LEEWARD ISLANDS**


NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for St.Thomas...St.
      John...and Adjacent Islands

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 380 miles east of San Juan PR or about 310 miles east of
      Saint Thomas VI
    - 17.5N 60.3W
    - Storm Intensity 150 mph
    - Movement West-northwest or 300 degrees at 13 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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At 5 AM AST Category 4 Hurricane Jose was approaching the northern
Leeward Islands from the east at 13 mph. It is expected that tropical
storm force winds will impact the northeast portion of our outer
Atlantic waters. Because of its close proximity and the uncertainty of
the forecast and previous wind damage from Hurricane Irma, the Tropical
Storm Watch continues in effect for Saint Thomas and Saint John. Also
thunderstorms in rainbands from Mayor Hurricane Jose may bring tropical
storm force wind gusts. Heavy rains are expected with the passage of
Jose across portions of the northern U.S. Virgin Islands. Minimal storm
surge is expected at the moment, but hazardous seas and rough surf
conditions with life threatening rip currents are expected.


POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* WIND:
Prepare for dangerous wind having possible significant impacts across
the northern U.S. Virgin Islands. Potential impacts in this area
include:
    - Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage
      to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings
      experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile
      homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight
      objects become dangerous projectiles.
    - Several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater
      numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Several
      fences and roadway signs blown over.
    - Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban
      or heavily wooded places. A few bridges, causeways, and access
      routes impassable.
    - Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent
      in areas with above ground lines.

* FLOODING RAIN:
Prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant
impacts across the northern U.S. Virgin Islands. Potential impacts
include:
    - Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and
      rescues.
    - Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter
      currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially
      in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams, creeks, canals,
      arroyos, and ditches overflow.
    - Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations.
      Several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation
      at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. Some
      streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and
      retention ponds overflow. Driving conditions become hazardous.
      Some road and bridge closures.

** SURGE:
Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across PUERTO RICO
AND THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS.

* TORNADOES:
Prepare for a tornado event having possible limited impacts across the
northern U.S. Virgin Islands. Potential impacts include:
    - The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the execution
      of emergency plans during tropical events.
    - A few places may experience tornado damage, along with power
      and communications disruptions.
    - Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings, chimneys
      toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned, large
      tree tops and branches snapped off, shallow-rooted trees knocked
      over, moving vehicles blown off roads, and small boats pulled
      from moorings.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:

If you are exceptionally vulnerable to wind or water hazards from
tropical systems, consider voluntary evacuation, especially if being
officially recommended. Relocate to a predetermined shelter or safe
destination.

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:

Be sure to let friends and other family members know of your
intentions and whereabouts for surviving the storm. For emergency
purposes, have someone located away from the threatened area serve as
your point of contact. Share vital contact information with others.
Keep cell phones handy and well charged.

Be a Good Samaritan and check on those who may not be fully aware of
the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations.

Closely monitor NOAA Weather Radio or other local news outlets for
official storm information. Listen for possible changes to the
forecast.

* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in San Juan PR around 8:30 AM AST, or sooner if conditions
warrant.

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