June 17 @ 8:45 a.m. – TD 1 Phase 1 Storm Watch, Update 2
GLPC PHASE I: STORM WATCH
Tropical Disturbance 1
UPDATE #2
Thursday, June 17, 2021
8:45 a.m.
The Port Commission is monitoring the tropical disturbance developing in the Gulf of Mexico. The Invest 92L weather system remains disorganized but will bring a great deal of rain as it approaches over the next few days. Port Fourchon businesses and coastal residents should be alert, but not alarmed, and monitor communications for updates and warnings.
Please review your facility’s hurricane plan, be thoughtful of stockpiling any loose material or excess items that could fly away or be damaged if Port Fourchon is affected by a storm, and make sure the Port Commission has your facility’s updated contact information so that you can receive timely storm-related information.
POSSIBLE IMPACTS IN THE PORT FOURCHON AREA:
- There is still a great deal of uncertainty in the forecast. Impacts may vary widely depending upon eventual track, size, and speed of movement.
- RAINFALL: Heavy rainfall totals of 4-10 inches likely Friday through Sunday.
- TIDES/STORM SURGE: Elevated tides of 1-3 feet could lead to coastal flooding in low-lying areas.
- WINDS: 35-45 mph winds inside rain bands Friday through the weekend.
- ROADWAYS: No anticipated closures at this time
NOTIFICATIONS AND WEATHER INFORMATION:
If you have signed up to any of our public information or emergency notification lists, e-mails, and/or social media, messages will be sent out regularly during a weather event with up-to-date information. If you would like to sign up for any notifications from the Port Commission, visit our NOTIFY ME page.
Visit the Port Commission’s WEATHER & STORM INFO webpage for links to current storm information, helpful storm prep information and resources, and contact updating forms.
We will continue to evaluate the threat this weather poses and keep you updated with any developing weather-related issues.