Atlantic Tropical Systems   ( Maps :: active systems | all systems )

System Name (From Last Advisory) Last Advisory Date (UTC) Position Direction   Speed (mph) Pressure (in) Winds (mph) Lat Lon TROPICAL STORM FAY (maps) 0100 UTC WED AUG 20 2008 27.5N 80.9W STNRY 0 29.18 59.9

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Saffir-Simpson Scale Storm Classification

TS	CAT 1	CAT 2	CAT 3	CAT 4	CAT 5
39-73 mph	74-95 mph	96-110 mph	111-130 mph	131-155 mph	155+ mph

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  Additional graphic storm tracking can be found at the following sites:

• Weather Channel - Tropical Details
• National Hurricane Center

  .: HURRICANE CENTER UPDATES:  

NATIONAL HURRICANE ADVISORIES Tropical Storm FAY Public Advisory Number 17B Issued at 900 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Tropical Storm FAY Forecast/Advisory Number 17 Issued at 2100 UTC TUE AUG 19 2008 Tropical Storm FAY Forecast Discussion Number 17 Issued at 500 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Tropical Storm FAY Wind Speed Probabilities Number 17 Issued at 2100 UTC TUE AUG 19 2008 Tropical Storm FAY Position Estimate Issued at 1000 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Tropical Storm FAY Graphics Issued at 2300Z Hurricane Local Statement forTropical Storm FAY issued from Jacksonville, FL Issued at 949 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Hurricane Local Statement forTropical Storm FAY issued from Miami, FL Issued at 927 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Hurricane Local Statement forTropical Storm FAY issued from Melbourne, FL Issued at 924 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Hurricane Local Statement forTropical Storm FAY issued from Charleston, SC Issued at 904 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Hurricane Local Statement forTropical Storm FAY issued from Tampa Bay Area, FL Issued at 859 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Hurricane Local Statement forTropical Storm FAY issued from Key West, FL Issued at 1127 AM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 Atlantic Graphical Tropical Weather Outlook Graphic last updated Wed, 20 Aug 2008 01:13:17 GMT Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook 000 ABNT20 KNHC 192332 TWOAT TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK NWS TPC/NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER MIAMI FL 800 PM EDT TUE AUG 19 2008 FOR THE NORTH ATLANTIC...CARIBBEAN SEA AND THE GULF OF MEXICO... THE NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER IS ISSUING ADVISORIES ON TROPICAL STORM FAY...CENTERED INLAND OVER FLORIDA 45 MILES SOUTH-SOUTHWEST OF MELBOURNE. AN AREA OF LOW PRESSURE LOCATED ABOUT 950 MILES WEST-SOUTHWEST OF THE CAPE VERDE ISLANDS HAS CHANGED LITTLE IN ORGANIZATION THIS EVENING. ALTHOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ARE ONLY MARGINALLY FAVORABLE...SOME DEVELOPMENT OF THIS SYSTEM IS POSSIBLE OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS AS IT MOVES TO THE WEST OR WEST-NORTHWEST NEAR 15 MPH. ELSEWHERE...TROPICAL CYCLONE FORMATION IS NOT EXPECTED DURING THE NEXT 48 HOURS. $$ FORECASTER RHOME

 .: Information Links 

• www.pcbaygis.com - Bay County residents can find out what flood and evacuation zone they are in at this site. Click on interactive map link and you can actually enter your address to find out what category you live in.
• Bay County Press Releases
• Florida Division of Emergency Management

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• North Bay County Details
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 .: Be prepared 

Our suggestions for items you should have on hand:

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days — non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices — foods for infants or the elderly — snack foods — non-electric can opener — cooking tools / fuel — paper plates / plastic utensils Medicines / Prescription Drugs - at least enough for 3 to 7 days Blankets / Pillows, etc. Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes First Aid Kit Special Items - for babies and the elderly Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes

Flashlight / Batteries Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio Cash - Banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods. Keys Toys, Books and Games Important documents - in a waterproof container — insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc. Tools - keep a set with you during the storm Vehicle fuel tanks filled Pet care items — proper identification / immunization records / medications — ample supply of food and water — a carrier or cage — muzzle and leash