Hurricane Ian spaghetti model | Image via Cyclocane
Today, we’re taking a look some hurricane lingo — particularly, what aspaghetti modelis and what the categories really mean.
According to the National Weather Service, the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is what’s used to measure how intense a hurricane may be. The scale bases everything on a scale of 1-5 and estimates the catastrophe potential.
Category 1 Expect wind speeds of 74-95 mph, minor damage like removal of roof decking or snapped trees, and possible loss of electricity. Example: Hurricane Sandy
Category 2 Expect wind speeds of 96-110 mph, extensive damage like uprooted trees, broken windows, and loss of power for days or weeks. Example: Hurricane Frances
Category 3 Expect wind speeds of 111-129 mph, devastating damage like broken doors and windows, and week or month-long power outages. Example: Hurricane Wilma
Category 4 Expect wind speeds of 130-156 mph and catastrophic damage like uprooted trees, week or month-long power outages, and damage to even well-built homes. Example: Hurricane Harvey
Category 5 Expect wind speeds of over 157 mph and unimaginable damage like destroyed homes, fallen trees, and week or month-long power outages. Example: Hurricane Andrew
Hurricane Spaghetti Models show where tropical systems may go, but do not show where the impacts will occur. When they’re clustered together, forecasters have high confidence they’ll follow a specific “plot-line.”
While Hurricane Ian’s path and intensity can shift, current predictions, as of 6 p.m. on Tuesday, indicate it could hitFlorida’s Gulf Coast at a Category 3.
St. Pete’s Super Greek Festival 2022 | Fri., Oct. 7 -Sun., Oct. 9 | Times vary | 3600 76th St. N. St. Petersburg | Free | Celebrate and learn about Greek culture at this lively party — complete with Saganaki, Greek vendors, and traditional dancing. 🕺
SHINE St. Petersburg Mural Festival | Oct. 14-23 |Times vary | Downtown St. Pete | Free |Come watch some of the world’s best artists continue to color the city.
Blended Festival Tampa | Sat., Nov. 19- Sun., Nov. 20 | Times vary | Perry Harvey Sr. Park, 1000 E Harrison St. | $35+ | Jam out to the Chainsmokers, Nelly, and other artists as you sample all the blends.
Shopapalooza Festival | Sat.-Sun., Nov. 26-27 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE., Downtown St. Petersburg | Shop small from one of 350+ local small businesses. 🛍️
With Hurricane Ian on the move, please note events are subject to be postponed or canceled. Be sure to check in with event hosts and businesses via social media to be aware of any cancelations or event updates.
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79º | Heavy thunderstorms and wind | 100% chance of rain 🌀
Storms are always changing. Follow Hurricane Ian’s pathhere. Or sign up for digital alerts here. Consider buying a crank radio to stay up to date if you lose service, and keep it tuned to WUSF 89.7 or the National Weather Radio KHB32 at 162.550.
Sunrise + sunset
Rise: 7:22 a.m.
Set: 7:20 p.m.
Tide Old Tampa Bay
High: 4:18 a.m. + 5:50 p.m.
Low: 11:13 a.m. + 10:54 p.m.
Clearwater Beach
High: 1:00 a.m. + 2:07 p.m.
Low: 7:44 a.m. + 7:43 p.m.
Community
Feeling unsafe in your home as the storm approaches? There are a number of shelters open across the Tampa Bay area. Find one in Hillsborough or Pinellas. Make sure to pack any important paperwork, IDs, bedding, personal hygiene essentials, prescriptions, food and water, a flashlight, handheld radio, and anything else you may need. 🔦
Closed
Tampa International Airport stopped flights Tuesday at 5 p.m. to prepare for Hurricane Ian’s arrival. The major airport will reopen once leaders can evaluate damage, bring employees back, and roads are functioning. 🛩️ (Tampa Bay Times)
Pets
Our pets are family too. This article wraps up a few tips to keep your furry friends safe whether you’re hunkering down in a non-evacuation zone or heading to a shelter. One major idea is building a disaster kit for your pup with their medical records, harness, and more. 🐕 (I Love the Burg)
St. Petersburg’s inaugural Piertoberfest — which was scheduled for this Saturday — has been postponed due to Hurricane Ian. Organizers say the event will be moved to a later date in October. Tampa’s SoHo Artwalk, also scheduled for Saturday, has been moved to Nov. 5. 🍻
Development
The old Skyway Marina Mall will soon be replaced with apartments. General contractor company Skanska was recently chosen to build the $111 million Marina Club Apartments. The 400-unit complex will include retail space, a dog park, and a pool. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Biz
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THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Bailey.
Editor’s pick: Thinking of you all. I hope you’re hugging your family tight and staying safe. I’m feeling heartened by a Sessums Elementary kindergarten teacher’s message to those sheltering in her classroom that they’re “stronger than any storm.”
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