Storms and Floods

Tropical Storms - Roundup of Tropical Storms:

In the Eastern Pacific Ocean: Hurricane 16e (Orlene), located approximately 1012 nm southeast of San Diego, is tracking northward at 06 knots.

Newsbytes:

Florida, USA - Hundreds of people have been rescued from flooded homes following the passage of Hurricane Ian in Florida, USA. As many as 27 fatalities have been reported as search and rescue teams continue to look for those unaccounted for. Some ports, airports and rail services are still closed and roads have been closed in at least 70 locations. Around 1.6 million people are still without power and Boil Water Notices have been issued for 47 areas. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s tide monitoring gauge at Fort Myers showed tide levels surged to 7.22 feet (2.20 metres) MHHW (Mean Higher High Water) on 28 September. This is more than twice the previous record high of 3.36 feet (1.02 metres) set on 14 September 2001 during Tropical Hurricane Gabrielle.