[K3CAL] Tropical Storm Ophelia

[W. Hackett]

 Here is the latest update for your situational awareness.


   - As of 1300 hours Calvert EM has stood up their EOC to an enhanced
   level in support of this incident.
   - A tropical storm warning is in effect for Calvert
   - Storm surge is expected to be the main threat to our area. 1-3 ft. is
   expected during high tides Saturday morning 9:26 AM and evening 10:23PM.
   - Rainfall amounts of 2-4 inches are expected with localized amounts up
   to 5 inches possible starting tonight through Sunday
   - Tropical force wind gusts are expected between 50-60 mph over southern
   MD with sustained winds of 20-30 mph
   - Impacts may include downed trees, downed powerlines, hazardous driving
   conditions, localized flooding, and scattered power and communications
   outages

There are no more planned briefings from the state.  Calvert EM will
continue to monitor and update if there are any significant changes.


Michael E. Grierson
Division Chief
Division of Emergency Management
Department of Public Safety
175 Main St.
Prince Frederick MD. 20678
Michael.Grierson at calvertcountymd.gov
410-535-1600 x2537
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