Weather: Mobile

Tropical Storm Bertha continues to move ever so slightly to the west, and will continue to move westward through the afternoon. Despite Bertha exiting our marine waters, breezy conditions continue well east of its center. Tropical storm force wind gusts of 40 mph have been observed at times along the immediate Alabama coast and additional tropical storm force gusts along the immediate coast are possible over the next few hours.

WIND: LATEST LOCAL FORECAST
Peak Wind Forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 40 mph

WIND: THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY
The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. PLAN: The sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. Conditions may still be gusty. PREPARE: Listen for any instructions from local officials. ACT: Ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change.

WIND: REALIZED IMPACTS
Little to no additional wind impacts expected. Community officials are now assessing the extent of actual wind impacts accordingly.

STORM SURGE: LATEST LOCAL FORECAST
Peak Storm Surge Inundation: The potential for 1-3 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas Window of concern: through Thursday morning

STORM SURGE: THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY
The storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. PLAN: Shelter against storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. PREPARE: All flood preparations should be complete. Expect flooding of low-lying roads and property. ACT: Stay away from storm surge prone areas. Continue to follow the instructions of local officials.

STORM SURGE: POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Potential impacts from the main surge event are unfolding.

FLOODING RAIN: LATEST LOCAL FORECAST
Peak Rainfall Amounts: No additional significant rainfall forecast

FLOODING RAIN: THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY
The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. PLAN: There is little or no potential for flooding rain. PREPARE: Little to no preparations are needed to protect against flooding rain at this time. ACT: Monitor for changes to the forecast.

FLOODING RAIN: POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Little to no potential impacts from flooding rain.

TORNADO: LATEST LOCAL FORECAST
Situation is unfavorable for tornadoes

TORNADO: THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY
The tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. PLAN: Tornadoes are not expected. Showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. PREPARE: Little to no preparations needed to protect against tornadoes at this time. Keep informed of the latest tornado situation. ACT: Listen for changes in the forecast.

TORNADO: POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Little to no potential impacts from tornadoes.

WHAT
Minor coastal flooding.

WHERE
Mobile Central and Baldwin Central Counties.

WHEN
Until 10 AM CDT Thursday.

IMPACTS
Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.