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Public Advisory #3 - TROPICAL STORM FRANKLIN MEANDERING TO THE SOUTH OF HISPANIOLA...
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PUBLIC ADVISORY- #003
06:00PM EDT Monday, 21st August, 2023 Valid until 10:00AM EDT Tuesday, 22nd August, 2023
...FRANKLIN MEANDERING TO THE SOUTH OF HISPANIOLA...
…TROPICAL STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FOR THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS…
A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions could be experienced within the Turks and Caicos Islands within 48 hours. At 5:00PM EDT, the center of Tropical Storm Franklin was located near latitude 14.3 degrees north and longitude 70.1 degrees west, or about 497 miles South-southeast of the Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands.
Franklin is moving slowly toward the west near 5 miles-per-hour, and a slow westward motion is expected through this evening. A sharp turn to the north is expected on Tuesday with this general motion continuing into Wednesday. On the forecast track, the center of Franklin is forecast to reach the southern coast of Hispaniola by early on Wednesday and pass east of the Turks and Caicos Islands late Wednesday into Thursday.
Maximum sustained winds are near 50 miles-per-hour with higher gusts. Some strengthening is forecast before Franklin reaches Hispaniola. Tropical Storm force winds extend outward up to 70 miles from the center. Residents in the Turks and Caicos Islands should begin to make preparation for the possibility of tropical storm conditions beginning on late Wednesday.
HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
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- WIND: Tropical storm conditions are possible in the Turks and Caicos Islands beginning on Wednesday night.
- RAINFALL: Franklin is expected to produce rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches across the Turks and Caicos Islands, with isolated higher amounts up to 4 inches in the easternmost islands, on Wednesday. Heavy rains can produce localized flooding of roads, properties, and communities.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE PUBLIC
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Here are a few precautionary measures and recommendations for the public to follow:
- Stay Informed: Use this time to download the DDME Alert App for significant weather alerts and useful information on preparing for various hazards. Click the link: http://onelink.to/qe7vn2
- Continue to monitor the DDME website and the TCINWS & DDME Social media pages for official weather updates.
- Stock up on Emergency Supplies: Ensure you have an emergency supply kit ready, including non-perishable food items, drinking water, medications, flashlights, batteries, battery-powered radio, and essential supplies for infants or elderly family members.
- Reinforce Your House and Business Structure: If you still need to complete this task, take the time now to strengthen your home and businesses against storm conditions. Prepare yourself well in advance for potential severe weather impacts.
- Follow Official Guidelines: Follow the instructions and guidelines provided by local authorities. Do not disregard official advice and take necessary precautions to protect yourself and your family.
The Turks and Caicos Islands National Weather Service and the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies will continue to monitor the weather conditions and advise the public accordingly.
Next advisory will be at 10:00 AM EDT Tuesday, 22nd August, 2023.
Forecaster: H. Hamilton
