[KPFARS-Operations] National Weather Service update

[lance at 5047.com]

At this time we are continuing to monitor the track of Hurricane Joaquin and
how it may affect our area.  We have been in touch with Med-central and
South Brunswick OEM.  As of now we are in a wait and see mode.  As the storm
approaches and a more accurate storm's path develops we will make additional
arrangements for storm coverage and resource coordination with the other
agencies. Please monitor your email, pagers, and phones for notifications
from KPFARS as we move into the weekend.

 

Please take this time to make any personal preparations for severe weather
as to avoid the last minute rush.

 

Below is the latest weather update from the National Weather Service.

 

 

Issued: Thursday, October 1, 2015 Noon 

Next Briefing Package: Friday, October 2, 2015 no later than 300 PM 

Hazards and Impacts: 

Overview: A dangerous weather pattern still threatens our region. Threats
include very heavy rainfall, inland river flooding, as well as major coastal
flooding with heavy surf and beach erosion. These impacts will be felt today
into Saturday from a storm system affecting the region. There is now also
the potential for major impacts from Hurricane Joaquin affecting the region
later this weekend into early next week. 

Rainfall : Not much rain has fallen over the past 24 hours. One to four
inches of new rainfall is expected today into Saturday morning. Additional
heavy rainfall will occur if Hurricane Joaquin impacts the region. 

Inland flooding: Additional heavy rainfall will result in a greatly
increased threat of flash flooding as well as inland river flooding. If we
get the higher rainfall amounts, some of the flooding will be severe. 

Winds: Wind have become northeast and will continue to intensify. Wind gusts
of 20 to 30 mph are possible over inland locations. Wind gusts of 50+ mph
are possible in coastal areas. If Hurricane Joaquin directly affects the
region, hurricane force winds are possible. 

Tidal Flooding: Moderate coastal flooding is possible today. Moderate to
major coastal flooding is now possible on Friday and Saturday with the
strong northeast winds. This is in advance of any impacts from Hurricane
Joaquin. If Hurricane Joaquin directly affects the region, major to record
coastal flooding is possible. 

Timing: 

Heavy rainfall will impact the region again later today into early Saturday
morning, along with the risk of inland river flooding and major coastal
flooding. The most likely timeframe for impacts from Hurricane Joaquin
affecting the region is late Sunday into Monday and early Tuesday.

 

 

Lance Eisen

Deputy Chief

Kendall Park First Aid and Rescue Squad

888.842.6060 ext 801

 

To reach the oncall Line Officer dial:

1.888.842.6060 and press 2

 

 

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