WTUS84 KHGX 200914 HLSHGX TXZ335>337-436-437-201715- Tropical Storm Alberto Local Statement Advisory Number 11 National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX AL012024 414 AM CDT Thu Jun 20 2024 This product covers Southeast Texas **TROPICAL STORM WARNINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED FOR SOUTHEAST TEXAS** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - All watches and warnings have been canceled * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * STORM INFORMATION: - About 510 miles south-southwest of Galveston TX - 22.3N 97.3W - Storm Intensity 50 mph - Movement West or 275 degrees at 13 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ Tropical Storm Alberto will be making landfall in Mexico within the next few hours with the winds diminishing for Southeast Texas. Because of the weakening winds, the Tropical Storm Warnings have been cancelled for Southeast Texas. There will be some gusty conditions along the coast through the rest of the morning, so a Wind Advisory will be in effect for along the coast. Elevated tides will continue through this morning with impacts similar to yesterday morning, so the Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * SURGE: Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across portions of coastal southeast Texas. Remain well away from life-threatening surge having additional significant impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - Areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by waves. Damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast. - Sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low spots. - Major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. Strong and numerous rip currents. - Moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. Several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in unprotected anchorages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- * EVACUATIONS: Follow the advice of local officials. * OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: If your home or shelter was damaged, be alert to the smell of gas leaks and be cautious around electrical wiring, broken glass, jagged metal and wood, and protruding nails and screws. Check on your neighbors. If necessary, help them connect with their points of contact. Allow extra time for emergency vehicles to reach you as they navigate road hazards. Do not go sightseeing within impacted communities. Sightseers interfere with the emergency work of first responders. When inspecting damage, use flashlights rather than candles or flamed lanterns. Be aware of sparks that can ignite natural gas or other leaking flammables. If using a generator, avoid carbon monoxide poisoning by following instructions provided by the manufacturer. Operate your generator in a well-ventilated space outside of your living area and away from open doors and windows. Be alert for any lingering wind gusts which could take down weakened trees and/or power lines, collapse damaged structures, or cause flying debris. * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov - For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org - For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org NEXT UPDATE ----------- As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement issued by the National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston TX regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area. $$