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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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Tropical Storm #Erika update issued. go.usa.gov/W3Hby National Hurricane Center via twitter 8/29/2015 9:14:21 AM -
.@WPTV : cone has been nudged west a little more. TS or depression...either way we see heavy rain & gusty wind SUN/MON http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNkL0YeVEAAmrfG.png
by Tyler Mauldin via twitter 8/29/2015 9:14:14 AM -
poorly organized #Erika continues to produce heavy rains in haiti http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNkHnkQWEAA-y7B.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/29/2015 8:55:54 AM -
Right now: 82 degrees with a heat index of 90 & Partly Cloudy in West Palm. #flwx http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNjtK7xWIAASv7N.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/29/2015 7:00:20 AM -
Tropical Storm #Erika Intermediate advisory 17A issued. Erika still producing heavy rainfall over haiti. go.usa.gov/W3Hby National Hurricane Center via twitter 8/29/2015 5:32:18 AM
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Local ham radio operators try to contact those impacted by TS Erika
WPTVWhile there are still many unknowns with Tropical Storm Erika, we do know the storm has already proven to be devastating in some areas of the Caribbean. Local ham radio operators have been trying to make contact with the folks already impacted by the storm. After the deadly destruction, for some, radio maybe the only way to call for help.  Ham radio, also known as amateur radio, can... -
Right now: 80 degrees with a heat index of 85 & Mostly Cloudy in West Palm. #flwx http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNjFGGzWcAE-ByJ.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/29/2015 4:05:14 AM -
Erika dumping heavy rains across Hispaniola
WPTV Erika is forecast to weaken to a tropical depression on Saturday, according to the National Hurricane Center. -
Ts #Erika 11pm advisory even farther west. This means only some windchop expected for South Florida… instagram.com
by James Wieland via twitter 8/29/2015 3:15:44 AM -
#Erika continues to soak hispaniola heading for the windward passage http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNizrttWIAUo5tW.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/29/2015 2:49:10 AM -
Tropical Storm #Erika advisory 17 issued. #Erika continues to soak hispaniola, , heading for the windward passage. go.usa.gov/W3Hby National Hurricane Center via twitter 8/29/2015 2:47:48 AM
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Livestock, horse owners concerned about potential heavy rain and flooding, preparing for Erika
WPTVLivestock breeders and horse owners are preparing for potential heavy rain and flooding if Erika makes any kind of impact on South Florida. -
Kings Point residents fear flooding with Erika looming
WPTVErika worries some people in the Kings Point community of suburban Delray Beach. A person died when a strong storm flooded the neighborhood in January 2014. -
Erika tracking west, forecast to weaken Saturday
WPTV Erika is forecast to weaken to a tropical depression on Saturday, according to the National Hurricane Center. -
Erika dumping heavy rains across Hispaniola
WPTV Erika is forecast to weaken to a tropical depression on Saturday, according to the National Hurricane Center. -
Right now: 82 degrees with a heat index of 87 & Mostly Cloudy in West Palm. #flwx http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNiNFjBWsAAICU2.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/29/2015 12:00:32 AM -
The new 8pm Advisory drops the winds to 45mph. Erika will have a difficult time on Saturday with land and wind shear. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNiMY6WWcAE-sld.png
by Steve Weagle via twitter 8/28/2015 11:57:29 PM -
TS #Erika has moved steadily in a westward direction during the day. The forecast track has also been edged... fb.me/Az9I5N73by Indian River EOC via twitter 8/28/2015 11:56:05 PM -
#Erika dumping heavy rains across hispaniola http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNiIqHXW8AA-3I1.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 11:41:10 PM -
Tropical Storm #Erika Intermediate advisory 16A issued. Erika dumping heavy rains across hispaniola. go.usa.gov/W3Hby National Hurricane Center via twitter 8/28/2015 11:39:22 PM
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FPL employees have moved into storm roles & 7k workers ready, in case they’re called on to help restore power. FPL.com/storm #Erikaby FPL via twitter 8/28/2015 10:30:04 PM -
WEATHER ALERT: lightning and 45 to 55mph winds for w central palm beach and ne hendry counties until 700pm . http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNh2oYGWUAAwtw3.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 10:22:25 PM -
iNWS Alert - SPSMFL from 8/28/2015 6:21 PM to 7:00 PM EDT for Palm Beach County: SIGNIFICANT WEATHER... tmblr.co/ZIq7Vq1t2W4Zjby James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 10:21:26 PM
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iNWS Alert - SPSMFL from 8/28/2015 6:21 PM to 7:00 PM EDT for Palm Beach County: SIGNIFICANT WEATHER... tmblr.co/Z0fXzs1t2W4D5by Steve Weagle via twitter 8/28/2015 10:21:24 PM
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#Erika's main threat continues to be flooding rains Sun-Tue. Risk of tropical storm winds decreasing. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhnLWNU8AA0CHi.png
by NWS Miami via twitter 8/28/2015 10:05:41 PM -
Here's the 5pm Friday track for TS Erika. The track has been adjusted west again, and coastal PBC out of cone http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhw6MYW8AEfuTx.png
by Steve Weagle via twitter 8/28/2015 9:57:26 PM -
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The S-155 coastal structure is moving water to lower the West Palm Beach Canal in preparation for T.S. #Erika . http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhrJi8VEAEc7i7.jpg
by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 9:32:18 PM -
.@WPTV : the track has shifted farther west. #TropicalStormErika will weaken, but #Erika will restrengthen on Sunday. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhq9rDW8AQD7xM.png
by Tyler Mauldin via twitter 8/28/2015 9:31:29 PM -
iNWS Alert - SPSMFL from 8/28/2015 5:28 PM to 6:15 PM EDT for Palm Beach County: SIGNIFICANT WEATHER... tmblr.co/Z0fXzs1t2J5MUby Steve Weagle via twitter 8/28/2015 9:29:11 PM
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iNWS Alert - SPSMFL from 8/28/2015 5:28 PM to 6:15 PM EDT for Palm Beach County: SIGNIFICANT WEATHER... tmblr.co/ZIq7Vq1t2J5Mcby James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 9:29:10 PM
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.@WPTV : LIVE 5 p.m. (8/28) video update on #TropicalStormErika . #Erika facebook.com/TyTheWeatherGu…by Tyler Mauldin via twitter 8/28/2015 9:22:39 PM
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TS #Erika is approx 770mi SE of FL moving W at 20mph. Much of FL now in 3-day cone. nhc.noaa.gov http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhlshRXAAA0sBk.png
by Florida SERT via twitter 8/28/2015 9:08:31 PM -
TS #erika 5pm Advisory and new track in. Stays a weak storm or depression. Track even farther west. #flwx @wptv http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhjcODU8AEyS6w.png
by James Wieland via twitter 8/28/2015 8:58:34 PM -
#Erika moving into the dominican republic with heavy rains and gusty winds http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhi9UaWEAEp712.png
by Lisa Vaughn via twitter 8/28/2015 8:56:27 PM -
Tropical Storm #Erika advisory 16 issued. #Erika moving into the dominican republic with heavy rains and gusty winds. go.usa.gov/W3Hby National Hurricane Center via twitter 8/28/2015 8:54:56 PM
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#Erika Tip#1 Don't walk, drive or cycle over flooded areas. It may not end well. http://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video_thumb/CNhgpXMUsAAN-1W.png
by PBSO via twitter 8/28/2015 8:48:40 PM -
Current Notices
•County offices will be open on Mon Aug 31st
•Unincorporated IRC trash/recycling pickup has... fb.me/6PrhipPi4by Indian River EOC via twitter 8/28/2015 8:44:03 PM -
You can do your part to prepare for #Erika by making sure neighborhood swales & drainage grates are clear of debris. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhfoL6WIAA7H7G.png
by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 8:42:15 PM -
Your neighborhood drainage system is the first of three tiers in South Florida's flood control network. #Erika http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhfh23WwAIGvGC.jpg
by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 8:41:34 PM -
School District continues to monitor Tropical Storm Erika
WEST PALM BEACH - Officials from the School District of Palm Beach County continue to monitor Tropical Storm Erika, and will make a decision by midday Sunday on whether to close schools for Monday.
The District has canceled all school events scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 30. Events scheduled for Friday and Saturday will continue as planned, though schools may adjust those plans as needed.
Once a decision is reached on whether schools will be open Monday, parents will be notified directly. Information will also be posted on the District's website at www.palmbeachschools.org, on the District's Facebook page and Twitter account, and communicated to local media.
Follow the District's Twitter account at @pbcsd and like its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pbcsd. Follow Superintendent Robert Avossa on Twitter at @Supt_Avossa. -
In advance of T.S. #Erika , here's what to expect when it rains and how excess water drains from your neighborhood. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNhfYKaWcAE-sCl.jpg
by SFWMD Emergency via twitter 8/28/2015 8:41:04 PM -
PBI will be open in the event of a storm, however please contact your airline for updates on your flight status.by FlyPBI via twitter 8/28/2015 8:26:57 PM