Subtropical storm Alberto, according to forecasts of weather forecasters, will hit the Florida Panhandle — North-Western part of the state tonight, may 28. Here comes a heavy wind and torrential rains. There is also the threat of tornadoes and flooding.
«It retains its strength and wind speed, and appears headed to the coast in Panama city (FL), — the expert told the National weather service (National Weather Service) David’s Mouth. Now the wind speed at the «Alberto» is up to 65 mph, just 10 mph less than the hurricanes. It’s definitely a dangerous storm.»
That night the storm was about 115 miles (185 km) South-West of Panama city. According to forecasts in low-lying areas due to heavy waves can cause flooding. On Sunday evening, may 27, at 7 miles from the coast in alligator point (FL) were observed waterspout.
Mandatory evacuation declared for the inhabitants of the Islands in the Gulf of Mexico, within the County of Franklin. (About 4.2 thousand units.) In the coastal areas of Taylor County evacuation «recommended». Company Royal Dutch Shell, Exxon Mobil and Chevron, leading oil production in the Gulf, have already evacuated their staff.
Governor of Florida Rick Scott, has declared on Saturday a state of emergency in all 67 counties in the state, reported that 5.5 thousand national guardsmen of Florida is ready in case of need to help.
«If local authorities call for evacuation — please do not ignore these calls,» added the Governor.
State of emergency declared also in Alabama and Mississippi.
