05/27/18 10:00 PM

This special advisory is being issued to show that, based on observations from
an Air Force Hurricane Hunter aircraft, that Alberto has strengthened to an
intensity of 65mpg sustained winds. Alberto is expected to make landfall
between 9:00 am – 12:00 pm tomorrow, however our area should begin to
experience Tropical Storm force winds by 11:00 pm and continue through
landfall.

Bridges will be closed when conditions are deemed unsafe. When Bridges are
closed there will be NO TRAFFIC ALLOWED ON THE BRIDGE.

WATCHES, WARNINGS, & ADVISORIES:

Tropical Storm Warning
Storm Surge Watch
Flash Flood Warning
Rip Current Warning
Elevated Tornado Possibility

Franklin County is predicted to have up to a 4 ft. storm surge therefore it is

imperative to remain diligently aware of the high tides in your area.

The following are the HIGH Tides for Franklin County:

Location Date Time Height Ft Time Height Ft
Bald Point 05/26/18 1:37 AM 2.5 1:28 PM 3.1
05/27/18 2:26 AM 2.6 2:02 PM 3.2
05/28/18 3:08 AM 2.7 2:34 PM 3.3
05/29/18 3:46 AM 2.8 3:03 PM 3.3
Alligator Point 05/26/18 12:56 AM 2.2 12:47 PM 2.8
05/27/18 1:45 AM 2.3 1:21 PM 2.9
05/28/18 2:27 AM 2.4 1:53 PM 2.9
05/29/18 3:05 AM 2.5 2:22 PM 2.9
Carrabelle 05/26/18 2:06 AM 1.9 12:35 PM 2.4
05/27/18 3:13 AM 2.1 12:57 PM 2.6

Updated May 27, 2018

 05/28/18 4:08 AM 2.2 1:20 PM 2.6
05/29/18 4:55 AM 2.2 1:46 PM 2.7
Turkey Point 05/26/18 12:48 AM 2.3 12:39 PM 2.9
05/27/18 1:37 AM 2.4 1:13 PM 3.0
05/28/18 2:19 AM 2.5 1:45 PM 3.0
05/29/18 2:57 AM 2.6 2:14 PM 3.0
Dog Island 05/26/18 1:38 AM 2.1 12:07 PM 2.6
05/27/18 2:45 AM 2.2 12:29 PM 2.8
05/28/18 3:40 AM 2.4 12:52 PM 2.8
05/29/18 4:27 AM 2.4 1:18 PM 2.9
St. George 05/26/18 1:29 AM 1.4 11:58 AM 1.7
Island 05/27/18 2:36 AM 1.5 12:20 PM 1.8
05/28/18 3:31 AM 1.6 12:43 PM 1.8
05/29/18 4:18 AM 1.6 1:09 PM 1.9
Cat Point 05/26/18 2:51 AM 1.3 1:20 PM 1.6
05/27/18 3:58 AM 1.4 1:42 PM 1.7
05/28/18 4:53 AM 1.5 2:05 PM 1.7
05/29/18 5:40 AM 1.5 2:31 PM 1.8
Apalachicola 05/26/18 3:31 AM 1.2 2:00 PM 1.5
05/27/18 4:38 AM 1.3 2:22 PM 1.6
05/28/18 5:33 AM 1.4 2:45 PM 1.6
05/29/18 6:20 AM 1.4 3:11 PM 1.7
West Pass 05/26/18 3:04 AM 1.0 1:33 PM 1.3
05/27/18 4:11 AM 1.1 1:55 PM 1.4
05/28/18 5:06 AM 1.2 2:18 PM 1.4
05/29/18 5:53 AM 1.2 2:44 PM 1.5

We are asking that all citizens who live along the coastline or are prone to surge
or flooding to take precautionary measures. This includes but is not limited to:
1. Secure yard items such as chairs, umbrellas, etc.
2. Secure Boats and Vehicles – This includes moving to higher ground.
3. Make sure your disaster kit is ready and accessible.
4. Do Not Drive Cars Through Flooded Areas. If you see Flood
Waters…..REMEMBER TO TURN AROUND AND DO NOT DROWN.

Please monitor the weather closely for the next several days.

There is an elevated risk of Rip Current for the next several days. Please Use
Caution!

Updated May 27, 2018

Franklin County Emergency Management continues to monitor this storm
closely. If you have any questions:
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 Call our Hotline at 850-653-8977

Updated May 27, 2018