Claudette lands softly; Bill still Looming
August 17, 2009
Tropical Storm Claudette made landfall overnight with little affect on the Florida panhandle and Alabama coast. Sustained winds of 48 mph were recorded, with slightly higher gusts. The National Weather Service has not reported any major damage or flooding.
Meanwhile, Hurricane Bill continues to spin in the Atlantic just east of the Antilles. The NHC is forecasting winds to reach 110 knots (SS-3) by Thursday night. The forecast models have shifted the expected track slightly W/NW from yesterday’s runs.
Bill will be closely observed over the next few days to monitor forecast track and intensification.
