UPDATE: Tropical Storm Elsa to reach Fayetteville two hours before daybreak Thursday
Jul. 7—Fayetteville can expect to see signs of Tropical Storm Elsa about two hours before daybreak Thursday with the greatest impact occurring
From
The greatest impact appears to be heavy rain, with a small chance of isolated cyclones, said meteorologist
According to Luchetti, Elsa could weaken over land and change its course. The storm made landfall in
Elsa currently maintains its tropical storm status, but according to a
According to the
Here's what we can expect in the
Luchetti said flash flooding seems as if it'll have more of an impact than wind.
As the storm moves further inland, it is possible that some areas around
The storm system is expected to reach the
According to Wednesday's
Evening commuters in the
"That said, it should move pretty quickly, with flash flood threats not as high as it would be if it were a slow-moving storm," he said.
Low-lying areas are at more of a risk for possible flash flooding, Luchetti said.
Weather models are tracking the possibility of cyclones pushing west, Luchetti said.
The sustainment of the winds did not appear to be a threat as of Wednesday, which is why a tropical storm warning advisory has not been issued, he said.
The strongest winds could be east of the possible cyclone track, which is why some eastern counties — including
Areas more susceptible to the risk are along the east
"Right now, we think the risk is relatively low, but there is a small risk," Luchetti said.
Wind gusts should weaken by
Residents are encouraged to make a plan for before, during and after the storm and can visit ready.gov/kit for ideas on what to include in an emergency supply kit.
"If shelters are required for Elsa or another storm in the coming months, then we are limited by the social distancing and infection control measures that reduce the capacity of our shelters," Bullard said. "Moreover, we do not want the shelters to be potential sources of or spreaders of disease."
Debris was removed from 30 identified locations in
City vehicle fuel tanks were filled Tuesday, and maintenance crews have prepped chainsaws and any needed equipment, the release stated.
City officials will monitor rain and stream gages that are in five locations throughout the city, including the
Residents are asked to notify officials of trees or limbs that block roadways, to call utility companies instead of 911 for power outages to and to be aware that power lines could be in limbs.
To report outages with Fayetteville PWC, call 910-483-1382.
Storm damage reports for insurance purposes can be filed on the city's website.
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