hurricane august 2010

Good Riddance to Bad Rubbish. Dr. @RyanMaue has updated the global hurricane frequency chart. Well the year’s more than half over, but I am very much looking forward to Christmas. [113][114], Although the center of Hurricane Earl passed roughly 100 mi (160 km) off the coast of North Carolina, its large size brought just under hurricane-force winds and a significant storm surge. However, high-sided vehicles and motorcycles were barred from crossing for six hours at the height of the storm. On August 22nd, a tropical disturbance emerged off the western African coast into the tropical Atlantic ocean. On December 9, 2009, the Colorado State University made their first forecast for the 2010 hurricane season. A three-month recovery operation was implemented within days of the storm's passage and focused on providing shelter and sustenance for the 1,000 families displaced by Earl. [79], According to officials in Antigua and Barbuda, the entire island of Antigua was left without power due to Hurricane Earl. In Nova Scotia, Canada, where Earl made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane, one person drowned and hundreds of thousands of people lost power for days. A pier at Atlantic Beach was also damaged by rough seas. [139] In their defense, the agency claimed that "it [was] better to be safe than sorry", referring to the power outage following Hurricane Gloria in 1985 which affected parts of Long Island for over a week. As a result of Earl's passage through the region, nearly 22,000 vacationers canceled their plans, resulting in a $10.7 million loss in revenue. View all Hurricane Earl - Aug 2010 Maps and Infographics Most Read. [149] Further north in Maine, the effects of Earl were limited to increased swells along the coast and moderate rainfall. --Patteroast 06:39, August 1, 2010 (UTC) High risk now. GFDL or HWRF had it the other day too (just not as a focused on storm). The Eastern Pacific, on the other hand, has had below normal activity both for August and the season to date. In Suffolk County and Nassau County on Long Island, emergency officials prepared for winds in excess of 40 mph (64 km/h) and warned that evacuations were possible. [53] By September 2, these advisories encompassed much of the East Coast from Bogue Banks, North Carolina to the United States-Canada border in northern Maine. This storm reminds me of Bill last year. Several hotels estimated that 10% of the revenue was lost, this equates to hundreds of thousands of dollars. [1] After moving off the west coast of Africa, a surface low started to develop near the area of thunderstorms. By 5:00 a.m. Atlantic Standard Time, the storm was a power Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale with sustained winds of 215 kilometers per hour … [148], In parts of Rhode Island, coastal flooding inundated low-lying roads, leaving ocean debris behind. Good Riddance to Bad Rubbish. One death occurred in Antigua and Barbuda when a person was electrocuted while attempting to restore power. Additional crews from New Brunswick, consisting of 18 trucks and 36 linemen, were deployed to the hardest hit regions. [13] Rapid intensification ensued throughout the day as a 35 mi (55 km) wide eye became apparent in radar imagery from Guadeloupe. [81] Some roof damage was sustained by homes on the island as well. Torrential rains, amounting to 12 in (300 mm) triggered several landslides and flooding. [72] These warnings were later discontinued as Earl moved northward through Atlantic Canada; however, a new tropical storm warning was issued for parts of Newfoundland between Burgeo and Boat Harbour. Hurricane Earl was a long-lived tropical cyclone that became the fifth named storm of the 2010 Tropical Season. [3] Because of the area's increasing thunderstorm organization, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) indicated on August 24 that the system had a 90% chance of becoming a tropical depression within the next 48 hours. YE 14:58, August 1, 2010 (UTC) That's actually the main system that is part of the 10% probability on the Atlantic side. Hurricane Earl was the second major hurricane of the 2010 Atlantic Season, following Danielle, a system that only affected shipping interests out at sea. [19] A northwestward track began to become apparent by this time as the system neared the southwestern periphery of a subtropical ridge over the Atlantic Ocean. Onshore, strong winds and heavy rain affected much of Atlantic Canada; rainfall peaked at 3 in (76.5 mm) in Edmundston, New Brunswick. High winds felled numerous trees and signs as well as damaged homes. [80] At least one home was destroyed on the island, forcing the evacuation of eight people. [28] Earl was downgraded to a tropical storm that evening; however, the central pressure remained at an unusually low 958 mbar (hPa; 28.29 inHg). Lifeguards found him unconscious and transported him to a nearby hospital where he died on September 7. After traversing the peninsula, the hurricane became extratropical and was later absorbed by a larger low pressure area on September 6, while located north of Newfoundland. Since Aug. 20, we've already had one named system form in the Atlantic Basin. Despite all the news hysteria, no notable trends can be found. [61] [133] After nearly two weeks of beaches being shut down, swimmers were finally allowed to enter the water on September 5 throughout New Jersey. An estimated 6,600 residences were left without power due to Hurricane Earl. Press releases were made to the public in order to give sufficient time for preparations. If the activity reaches the upper end of our predicted ranges, the season will be … [34], In Anegada, a geological study, focusing on beach deposits from two significant wash-out events between 1650 and 1800, was given additional research material by the storm. On September 2, the Red Cross placed over 900 volunteers on standby. It brushed the coasts of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina before making landfall as a Category 1 hurricane in the Outer Banks of North Carolina on September 6. [111] On September 4, rip currents produced by Earl resulted in the rescue of 20 to 30 people on the island. It eventually reached Category 5 on September 1 with a peak intensity of 185 mph as it made landfall in the Bahamas. Hurricane Harbor A writer and a tropical muse. By September 6, flood waters brought onshore by the storm still remained in the area despite continuous efforts to drain the water. [166] It was not until September 7 that all residents affected by the storm had their power restored. [30] Continuing northeastward, Earl neared the Canadian Maritimes, re-strengthening slightly and regaining hurricane intensity as it approached the region. [38] By August 28, hurricane warnings were in place for the areas between Anguilla and Montserrat; hurricane watches were declared for the U.S. and British Virgin Islands as well as Puerto Rico. The 2010 Atlantic hurricane season is expected (with 70% chance) to produce a total of 14-20 named storms, of which 8-12 are expected to become hurricanes with 4-6 becoming major hurricanes. [146] On the other hand, supply stores saw improved sales, experiencing a 20% increase in revenues. 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[116] The highest winds were recorded in Cape Hatteras at 67 mph (108 km/h) and gusts reached 83 mph (134 km/h);[117] however, there were few reports of damage in relation to the winds. [65] The following day, Governor Deval Patrick declared a state of emergency for Massachusetts. Well the year’s more than half over, but I am very much looking forward to Christmas. [56][57] The advisories gradually lessened in coverage as the storm moved away from the United States. [60] Having experienced a fatality from a distant Hurricane Danielle earlier in August, officials in Maryland took the threat of Earl seriously. [134], In Long Island, New York, heavy surf produced by Earl inundated much of Jones Beach State Park, leading to officials closing the area for several days. [4] 18 hours later, the NHC classified the system as Tropical Depression Seven at around 1500 UTC on August 25, while it was located about 430 mi (690 km) west of the southernmost Cape Verde Islands. 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D and E at 11pm Atomic7732 04:00, August 1, 2010 (UTC) it is in a hostile environment sadly. The average date of 2 nd hurricane formation for all of these years is August 21, and you will note that five years with very high ACE values of 170 or greater did not have their 2 nd hurricane formation until August 20 th or later. An estimated $30 million was spent to bring in an additional 1,600 crewmen to deal with possible power outages despite forecasts showing Earl missing the state. Within 24 hours, it became the worst storm of … Worthy of note. [131] Some beach erosion was reported along the coastline, with the worst being in Atlantic City. YE 14:58, August 1, 2010 (UTC) That's actually the main system that is part of the 10% probability on the Atlantic side. [145] In the local harbors, most boats were unaffected by the storm; however, one did capsize. [162] Earl's only fatality in Canada occurred when one man drowned while trying to retrieve a boat which had been dislodged from its moorings. Mission synopsis: August 31, 2010 NOAA/IFEX NOAA has no P-3 missions planned for today. Tropical storm Earl could become a huge hurricane that could hit the United States next week , the storm landsfall could hit between North Carolina & … [164] Intense winds produced by the storm felled numerous trees, some more than 100 years old, and damaged homes. [41] Deposits left behind by the major hurricane were substantially less than the time period being studied. [154][155] Just offshore, buoys recorded winds near hurricane-force and enormous waves up to 82 ft (25.1 m) tall. Hurricane Dorian was the first major hurricane of the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. [9] On August 29, the storm resumed gradual intensification, even though wind shear increased due to the outflow from nearby Hurricane Danielle. [44] By August 31, the remaining advisories for the Caribbean were discontinued; the Turks and Caicos were also placed under a tropical storm warning. [143] The most significant losses were to businesses who lost their Labor Day weekend revenue. Officials in Dare County, North Carolina, issued mandatory evacuation orders September 2 for visitors to the coastal county, including the Outer Banks. Only Hurricane Allen (1980) had stronger winds with 190 mph. The city received some of the worst impacts from the storm, experiencing near-hurricane-force winds around 12:00 pm (local time) on September 4. [100] In March 2011, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) granted $555,219 in public assistance funding to cover the costs from Earl in the Virgin Islands. [90] Several streets were also flooded throughout the area. The strongest East Pacific hurricane in August was Hurricane Genevieve. Let me start this post by saying: California’s Proposition 8 can suck it! Richard updated 9 August 2011. Hurricane Dorian was the first major hurricane of the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Junior high school students in Chicago were studying the Seven Wonders of the World. In Sint Maarten, the highest gust observed was 88 mph (142 km/h). Hurricane Earl was the first major hurricane to threaten New England since Hurricane Bob in 1991. [129] The bodies of both victims were found after they washed onshore days after Earl's passage. [153], Hurricane Earl came ashore in Queens County near Western Head, Nova Scotia on September 4 around 10:00 am (1400 UTC), as a category 1 storm with sustained winds of 75 mph (120 km/h). Tomas updated 16 March 2011. [91] Widespread power outages affected many residents on the island, some of whom remained without electricity for 24 hours. All emergency services were placed on standby on Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda. Hurricane Earl was the first major hurricane to threaten New England since Hurricane Bob in 1991. Craziest. Evacuation plans were readied for Long Island and New York City; emergency officers in New Jersey also discussed the possibility of evacuating residents from low-lying areas along the coastline. Hurricane Runs Long Island Tuesday, August 17, 2010. A funky Lubavitcher who enjoys watching the weather, hurricanes, listening to music while enjoying life with a sense of humor and trying to make sense of it all! In Saint Martin the highest gust reach 83 mph (134 km/h) on the French side as the minimal pressure record at 983.3 mb in Grand Case and the total rainfall was 98,0 mm. Beach to Beacon has to be hands down the coolest race that I was at that I did not participate in. It also ties the 1935 Labor Day Hurricane for the strongest winds at landfall in the Atlantic. [101], Heavy rains also began to affect Puerto Rico during the early afternoon on August 30 as Hurricane Earl moved closer to the island. Tomas updated 16 March 2011. The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, already busy through early August, could be one of the most active on record, according to two separate outlooks released this … [87] Throughout the island, a maximum of 5.19 in (132 mm) of rain fell near Naguabo. Home Miami Hurricane Page 1 Reference URL Share . [138] It was later determined that LIPA had "jumped the gun" on the situation and brought in the assistance without necessity. Tropical storm Colin on the way and could become a hurricane , but satellite pictures shows it might stay in the atlantic and go north towards Halifax Canada, to soon to predict we will see. TITUS 2-SDAY - CHEAP DATES. At 15:00 UTC on August 29, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that Earl had sustained winds of 75 miles (120 km) per hour, with minimum air pressures of 985 millibars. After maintaining winds of 50 mph (85 km/h) for nearly two days, Earl began to strengthen as it neared the Lesser Antilles. Several school districts in Rhode Island released students from school early on September 3, as well as Bristol-Warren and Cumberland school Districts, which closed schools in anticipation of Hurricane Earl. [49] Although not in the direct path of Hurricane Earl, officials in the Dominican Republic prompted evacuations of coastal towns and canceled flights across the country. [137] Rainfall from the storm peaked at 2.11 in (54 mm) just outside Jamesport. These waves come off that continent at about one every 3.5 days. [17] Several hours later, the storm further intensified into a major hurricane. Since Aug. 20, we've already had one named system form in the Atlantic Basin. [127] Along the coast, swells up to 6.02 ft (1.83 m) resulted in minor tidal flooding, though no damage took place. One girl tries to make sense of the organized chaos that is her life. Tropical storm Colin on the way and could become a hurricane , but satellite pictures shows it might stay in the atlantic and go north towards Halifax Canada, to soon to predict we will see. Earl formed in a well-organized area of low pressure and moved into the Atlantic Ocean as a vigorous tropical wave on early August 22. [128] Off the coast of New Jersey two people were killed after being swept out to sea by rip currents. [144] Winds in the state peaked between 35 and 40 mph (55 and 65 km/h), though no wind damage took place. Insurance modelers for catastrophes estimated that losses from the storm would not exceed $100 million in the country. Earl developed from a tropical wave west of the Cape Verde islands on August 25, quickly strengthened to a tropical storm, and then became a hurricane on August 29 near the Lesser Antilles. The fifth named storm of the season, Earl originated from a tropical wave to west of the Cape Verde Islands on August 25, 2010. 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