Saturday 12 May 2018

Storms and Floods

Tropical Storms - Roundup of Tropical Storms:

In the Eastern Pacific Ocean: Tropical depression 01e (One), located approximately 1388 nm southwest of San Diego, is tracking westward at 06 knots. This is the final warning for this system.

In the North Indian Ocean: Tropical depression (td) 04w (Four), located approximately 376 nm north-northeast of Andersen AFB, is tracking northwestward at 08 knots.

NewsBytes:

British Colombia, Canada - Thousands have been forced to flee their homes in the Boundary region as flood waters continue to rise. Almost 2,800 residents remain out of their homes Friday morning, including those who live on about 400 properties in Grand Forks. Downtown Grand Forks has been hit hard with several streets closed or left with restricted access. The rivers crested early Friday morning and houses south of the Kettle River are now flooded. The water continues to rise and residents are sandbagging to try and get ahead of the rushing water in other areas of the city.

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