HomeMy WebLinkAboutII. A. HURRICANE SEASON UPDATE & PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVES 6.4.242024 Hurricane Season
Outlook & Readiness Update
June 4, 2024
David Topczynski
2024 Outlook
(Atlantic/Gulf)
•85% chance of an “above-normal” season.
•17-25 named storms; 8-13 hurricanes; 4-7 major storms
•NOAA has 70% confidence in their forecast.
•Conditions expected to become ‘very favorable’ for storm
development in mid-August.
•Near record ocean temperatures since April
•La Nina conditions expected to return
•Reduced Atlantic trade winds (less wind shear)
•In August, NOAA will introduce new, experimental tools including two
new forecast models, an updated hurricane cone to display where
impacts can be experienced, and updated flood modeling.
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WHAT DOES THE OUTLOOK MEAN FOR VB?
•Good reminder for our citizens and businesses to prepare for the upcoming season.
•For departments, we proactively prepare year-round to manage impacts from any storm,
hazard, or threat.
•Focus on building resiliency against impacts to our critical services and functions.
•Emphasize:
•Remnants of a storm, or a ‘close call’, cause major impacts to communities.
•Heavy rain, tornados, high-winds, or flooding can occur before, during, or after a tropical storm.
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In addition to the annual citywide exercises, EM has completed the following to
prepare for this year’s hurricane season:
•Updated Shelter Plan, with a shelter exercise scheduled for July
•Completed an Evacuation Decision Framework
•Implemented a Disaster Services Contract
•Finalizing a Disaster Recovery Contract to support requests for state or federal
assistance.
•IT modernizations, including major EOC upgrades and deployable command centers
•VB Coastal Storm Guides and Personal Preparedness Plan
•Creating refrigerator magnets for the Sandbridge Community with info on receiving text
alerts and daily beach conditions
•Enhanced weather monitoring through Perry Weather
•Updated public alerts and warning templates
*Required 4-year revision to the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) are underway.
• Anticipate the final draft to be presented to Council in September for adoption.
PREPAREDNESS EFFORTS
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•Our goal is to communicate early and keep you informed.
•Emergency Management is your avenue for accurate, reliable information and getting answers to any questions.
Understanding our process when a storm is approaching is critical so you can stay updated and provide the
residents of your district with reliable, accurate information.
PROCEDURE WHEN A STORM IS APPROACHING
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Thank You