Tropical Cyclone Impact - NOAA's National Weather Service

Note: This is a summary graphic depicting the impacts expected over the full duration of the storm from this hazard. Detailed forecast products providing times, durations, and numerical forecasts associated with this hazard are provided at this WFO's web page:

Low

Minor damage, primarily to shrubbery, trees, and loose objects. A few older, weaker trees blown down. Isolated power outages of up to 24 hours possible. Expect wind impacts similar to those experienced from Tropical Storm Kyle in1996.

Moderate

Moderate damage with large branches and trees blown down. Some structural damage to buildings. Significant power outages for a few days likely. Wind-blown debris will block some roadways. Expect wind impacts similar to those experienced from Hurricane Bonnie in 1998.

High

Many trees and power lines down or damaged. Widespread power outages for at least a week. Major damage to well constructed buildings. Destruction of poorly constructed buildings/mobile homes. Wind-blown debris will make many roadways impassable. Expect wind impacts similar to those experienced from Hurricane Fran in 1996.

Extreme

Most, if not all, trees and power lines down or damaged. Power outages lasting several weeks. Major damage to well-constructed buildings, including roofs blown off. Most roads impassable due to large amounts of wind blown debris. Expect wind impacts similar to those experienced in our area from Hurricane Hazel in 1954 and along the Gulf coast from Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

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