Hurricane Matthew Update 10-4-16 at 2pm

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I want to thank the City Manager's Pastoral Round Table for taking the time to listen to my hurricane briefing, to pray for our efforts and otherwise consider ways in which they may help strengthen our community's resilience through Norfolk Operation Brother's Keeper!

 

Here is the latest from Jeff Orrock, Meteorologist in Charge with the National Weather Service in Wakefield. 

 

Thanks!  Jim

“There is increasing confidence that Matthew will impact our region bringing threats of heavy rain/flooding, high winds and storm surge/coastal flooding. The extent of the threats and damage will depend on the storm track and intensity. While we are still several days out from the storm impacts, starting late Friday and lasting into early Sunday, given the forecast intensity and track preparations will likely need to begin Wednesday. 

 Realize the storm track and forecast impacts may still change. We encourage everyone to NOT get caught up in minor changes in forecast track changes from one Advisory to another over the next 24 to 36 hours. Rather let's focus on forecast trends in the longer term and prepare for what could be a very significant event. We can adjust as forecasts change in time.”