Tropical Storm Erika

The latest updates from Storm Team 5, the National Hurricane Center and local and state emergency management agencies.

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St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) continues to work with the local Emergency Operations Center and monitor the... fb.me/5lz39nDnE

by St. Lucie Schools via twitter 8/28/2015 8:25:19 PM
SLPS athletic events are on schedule for this evening. fb.me/7nyCk3wP7

by St. Lucie Schools via twitter 8/28/2015 8:25:16 PM
Please visit our website throughout the weekend for information & updates on school status with Tropical Storm Erika. indianriverschools.org

by Indian River Schools via twitter 8/28/2015 8:24:32 PM
Update: All school-based activities SUNDAY are cancelled. Status of school for Mondayto be announced mid-day Sunday. @Supt_Avossa #TSErika

by PBCSD via twitter 8/28/2015 8:22:36 PM
by MartinCountySheriff via twitter 8/28/2015 8:21:15 PM
Because of the uncertainty of #TSErika 's path and potential strength, decisions regarding closures won’t be made until Saturday afternoon.

by St. Lucie County via twitter 8/28/2015 8:16:32 PM
Water isle a little empty at publix on okee and sansbury #erika #flwx http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhYk_IWUAA395O.jpg

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 8:11:16 PM
Rain/wind was really coming down earlier in West Palm,let up now. Pockets of heavy rain left across the area. #flwx

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 7:59:25 PM
by The Weather Channel via twitter 8/28/2015 7:57:01 PM
NEWS: sfwmd.link/1hlLwar | Water managers are preparing South Florida's regional flood control system for Tropical Storm #Erika .

by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 7:56:08 PM
Due to the impending storm all City Buildings, including the Police Department lobby, will be closed on Monday,... fb.me/3e1VEhQz6

by DelrayBeachPD via twitter 8/28/2015 7:47:51 PM
PBC Courthouse to be closed Monday, will close @ 4pm 2day because of Erika.

by PB Post Courts via twitter 8/28/2015 7:29:41 PM
iNWS Alert - New event. Areal Flood Advisory from 8/28/2015 3:27 PM to 5:30 PM EDT for Okeechobee County.... tmblr.co/ZIq7Vq1t1sO6n

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 7:27:49 PM
by BocaPolice via twitter 8/28/2015 7:26:24 PM
by RIVIERA BEACH FIRE via twitter 8/28/2015 7:14:12 PM
NEWS: sfwmd.link/1NEDEyl | The Clewiston navigation lock (S-310) on Lake Okeechobee will close at 5 p.m. Sunday due to T.S. #Erika.

by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 7:13:43 PM
NWS #Miami briefing on Tropical Storm #Erika. Flooding rains main threat to #SoFla. ow.ly/RvVd2

by NWS Miami via twitter 8/28/2015 7:12:47 PM
by USA TODAY via twitter 8/28/2015 7:08:43 PM
"The main message is to be prepared. You can never predict Mother Nature." Prep tips: rdcrss.org/1RlLtIB #RCErika http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhKEx3W8AA0LOy.jpg

by SFLRedCross via twitter 8/28/2015 7:07:50 PM
The South Florida Water Management District will lower canals ahead of Erika
WPTVThe District says even though it's not exactly sure where Tropical Storm Erika will make landfall, water managers are preparing just in case there is heavy rainfall.

by WPTV Webteam 8/28/2015 7:01:54 PM
NEWS: sfwmd.link/1NEDEyl | The Clewiston navigation lock (S-310) on Lake Okeechobee will close at 5 p.m. Sunday due to T.S. #Erika .

by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 7:00:35 PM
Getting ready for press conference with @MayorGimenez and @MiamiDadeEM on #TropicalStormErika . http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhIEulUwAAGZwc.jpg

by SFLRedCross via twitter 8/28/2015 6:59:03 PM
FPL se está preparando. Le instamos que revisen sus planes de emergencia con tiempo y que tengan los suministros necesarios a mano. #Erika

by FPL via twitter 8/28/2015 6:49:05 PM
#Preparedness info in palm of your hand. Learn more about #RedCross App: rdcrss.org/1Jfzr1n #TropicalStormErika twitter.com/asanchez941958…

by SFLRedCross via twitter 8/28/2015 6:42:54 PM
Rain/wind was really coming down earlier in West Palm, It has let up now. Pockets of heavy rain left all across the area. #flwx

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 6:41:56 PM
This is the scene outside of our building. You would think that #Erika arrived early...stay safe out there @WPTV

by Jason Hackett via twitter 8/28/2015 6:12:04 PM
Flooded streets in west palm beach right now around banyan and Australian @wptv @NWSMiami http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNg721nWcAAr-Rr.jpg

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 6:05:37 PM
Good afternoon south Florida! Here are the current conditions for our area: http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNg62mzUsAAyB-Q.png

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 6:01:14 PM
.@FLGovScott declared a state of emergency in preparation for #TSErika . #RCErika flgov.com/wp-content/upl…

by SFLRedCross via twitter 8/28/2015 5:48:17 PM
#Erika spreading heavy rains and gusty winds into the dominican republic http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNg1zlxWsAAYXhn.png

by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 5:39:12 PM
As #Erika nears, please prepare and make safety your top priority. FPL.com/storm. Here’s our plan: spr.ly/6012BHL4k

by FPL via twitter 8/28/2015 5:32:34 PM
NE PALM BEACH CO: Significant Weather Advisory until 2pm for lightning, 55mph winds, and torrential rain/flooding http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgz5BEVEAAeUXz.png

by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 5:30:58 PM
NE PALM BEACH CO: Significant Weather Advisory until 2pm for lightning, 55mph winds, and torrential rain/flooding http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgz5N6VEAA-OmA.png

by Tyler Mauldin via twitter 8/28/2015 5:30:51 PM
NE PALM BEACH CO: Significant Weather Advisory until 2pm for lightning, 55mph winds, and torrential rain/flooding http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgz4WVUkAE8R9K.png

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 5:30:48 PM
NE PALM BEACH CO: Significant Weather Advisory until 2pm for lightning, 55mph winds, and torrential rain/flooding http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgz3PNUYAALJH0.png

by Steve Weagle via twitter 8/28/2015 5:30:43 PM
by Michael Seiden via twitter 8/28/2015 5:23:08 PM
Strong T'storms over PBC! 45-55mph winds, torrential rain & tons of lightning.Seek shelter indoors away from windows http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgx04QUwAADvo0.png

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 5:21:48 PM
WEATHER ALERT: lightning and 45 to 55mph winds for ne PBC until 200pm . http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgvL1ZWUAAY1df.png

by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 5:10:16 PM
iNWS Alert - SPSMFL from 8/28/2015 1:08 PM to 2:00 PM EDT for Palm Beach County: SIGNIFICANT WEATHER... tmblr.co/ZIq7Vq1t1Ouuq

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 5:08:53 PM
Areal Flood Advisory from 8/28/2015 1:06PM to 4:00PM for Palm Beach County. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgup3EW8AEMZA4.png

by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 5:07:56 PM
by Allie Tracy via Instagram 8/28/2015 5:07:22 PM
iNWS Alert - New event. Areal Flood Advisory from 8/28/2015 1:06 PM to 4:00 PM EDT for Palm Beach County.... tmblr.co/ZIq7Vq1t1OQ4y

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 5:06:34 PM
Torrential rains over mid town palm beach right now. Whiteout conditions, Lots of lightning too. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNguOHVUAAAqDS5.png

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 5:06:06 PM
T-storms firing up early today in central and northern Palm Beach Co. Expect lightning and heavy rain thru lunch hr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNgqj-3UkAEIhbt.png

by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 4:50:09 PM
As Erika approaches, neighbors worry about construction material on unfinished houses
WPTVLoose tiles and portable toilets can become airborne in a tropical storm or hurricane and damage property.

by WPTV Webteam 8/28/2015 4:42:28 PM

Tropical Storm Erika

The latest updates from Storm Team 5, the National Hurricane Center and local and state emergency management agencies.

The South Florida Water Management District will lower canals ahead of Erika

As Erika approaches, neighbors worry about construction material on unfinished houses