Critical HLS Hurricane/Tropical Local Statment — Tue Aug 4, 2020 5:27 PM

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Tropical Storm Isaias Local Statement Advisory Number 31
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC  AL092020
516 PM EDT Tue Aug 4 2020

This product covers Eastern West Virginia, Central and Western
Maryland, Northern and Northwestern Virginia, and District of
Columbia

**TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS CONTINUES TO MOVE AWAY FROM THE AREA**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - All watches and warnings have been canceled

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 300 miles north-northeast of Washington DC or about 270
      miles north-northeast of Baltimore MD
    - 42.7N 74.2W
    - Storm Intensity 65 mph
    - Movement North-northeast or 20 degrees at 40 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Tropical Storm Isaias continues to remove rapidly away from the
area, crossing the Hudson River Valley toward New England this
evening.

Minor to moderate coastal flooding remains likely along the western
shore of the Chesapeake Bay and the tidal Potomac River through this
evening. Scattered showers and thunderstorms remain possible through
this evening, but significant rainfall is not expected. However,
stream and river flooding continue across many locations east of
Interstate 95. Refer to the latest coastal flood and flood statements
regarding these threats.

The threat for damaging wind and tornadoes has ended.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* SURGE:
Potential impacts from the main surge event will unfold through this
evening along the tidal Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay. Remain
well away from locally hazardous surge having possible limited impacts.
If realized, these impacts include:
    - Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along
      immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots.
    - Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread
      with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where
      surge water covers the road.
    - Community officials are now assessing the extent of actual
      surge impacts accordingly.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Do not go sightseeing within impacted communities. Sightseers
interfere with the emergency work of first responders.

When clearing out fallen trees, be careful with chainsaws and axes.
Always wear protective gear and keep others at a safe distance.
Leaning trees and those which have fallen on roofs or power lines can
be especially dangerous. If you are not in good health or unsure
about what you are doing, have someone with tree cutting experience
do the job. Never cut trees without a partner.

Be alert for potential flooding from rising rivers and streams which
may have yet to crest. Remain informed of the latest river forecasts
and heed any flood watches and warnings.

Be alert for flooded roads which could be compromised or littered
with debris. Avoid travel until water levels subside and roads have
been cleared. Do not drive through places where flood waters cover
the road. Turn around, don`t drown!


* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement
issued by the National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington DC
regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.

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