Parts of Southwest Florida under Tropical Storm Warning tonight from Alberto
Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency Saturday morning.
“As we continue to monitor Subtropical Storm Alberto’s northward path toward Florida, it is critically important that all Florida counties have every available resource to keep families safe and prepare for the torrential rain and severe flooding this storm will bring,” Scott said in a statement.
This morning, I have declared a state of emergency across FL to ensure our state has the resources they need to keep their families safe and prepare for the torrential rain and severe flooding Subtropical Storm Alberto will bring. https://t.co/8yK1qdB5eD
— Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) May 26, 2018
The Subtropical Storm formed in the western Caribbean Sea Friday morning.
Alberto brings the threat of flooding, strong winds, and tornadoes to Southwest Florida.
Subtropical Storm Alberto Severe Weather Warning
NBC 2 issued a SEVERE WEATHER FIRST ALERT for Saturday because of flood and tornado risk.
The storm is currently moving 13mph North through the Gulf of Mexico with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph as of the 8 p.m. advisory, according to the National Hurricane Center.
According to NBC2, Alberto will not make landfall in Southwest Florida but a tropical storm warning is in effect until further notice.
The subtropical storm is expected to bring wind gust of tropical storm force over 39 mph.
🌀7pm Update: #Alberto is slowly moving thru the southeastern Gulf of Mexico. We expect heavy rains from Alberto to spread inland starting on Sunday. BE PREPARED. #mobwx pic.twitter.com/s8JhNqLcy2
— NWS Mobile (@NWSMobile) May 27, 2018
Gov. Scott urged Floridians to watch the weather closely and make a plan.
Important Information
Residents along the Gulf Coast should monitor the progress of #Alberto, as tropical storm and storm surge watches may be required later today or tonight.
— National Weather Service (@NWS) May 25, 2018
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— NOAA Ocean Today (@NOAAOceanToday) May 25, 2018
💦💧 #Alberto Preparation Tip: Clear clogged rain gutters & downspouts. This helps with the flow of water during heavy rain in a hurricane. pic.twitter.com/hM6WoVC4ce
— NWS Mobile (@NWSMobile) May 27, 2018
