NEW YORK.- Hurricane Lee, with sustained winds of up to 105 mph (165 km/h), is approaching dangerously close to the northeastern coast of the United States, and New York is taking precautionary measures.
According to the latest report from the National Hurricane Center, the hurricane is located about 370 miles (595 km) south-southeast of Bermuda and is expected to continue its track north-northwest.
Currently, a Hurricane Watch is in effect for Stonington, Maine, to the United States/Canada border, and a Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Bermuda.
Additionally, a Tropical Storm Watch has been established that extends from Watch Hill, Rhode Island, to Stonington, Maine, including Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
Residents and authorities in these areas are warned to prepare for potentially dangerous conditions, as strong winds, storm surge and heavy rain are expected.
Impact in New York
Hurricane Lee is forecast to impact portions of southern Maine on Saturday, with tropical storm conditions potentially reaching the New England coast by Friday night.
In New York, coastal areas are expected to face strong waves and dangerous ocean currents.
Additionally, Lee’s outer rain bands are expected to produce significant amounts of precipitation across portions of eastern New England, which could result in localized urban and stream flooding.
New York authorities are urging residents to follow weather updates and take precautions, such as securing outdoor items, stocking up on essential supplies and being prepared for possible evacuations if the situation requires it.
The state’s emergency response team is coordinating efforts to ensure public safety and respond to any impacts from Hurricane Lee in the region.
Citizens are advised to stay informed and follow the recommendations of local authorities as the storm continues to be monitored.
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Ike left destruction, severe flooding and killed 74 people in 16 Texas counties after making landfall in Galveston as a Category 2 hurricane.
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2/31
Since then, the double threat of flooding in the area has become evident: sea water pushed by strong winds and water from the rain brought by storms.
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3/31
Hurricane Ike revived the issue of vulnerability to disaster facing the coastal region of Texas and, therefore, the city of Houston, the port of Houston, and its entire oil industry.
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4/31
After Ike, there was talk of building a sea barrier to prevent storm surge water from entering the Ship Channel area, where the port of Houston is located, one of the most congested seaports in the world, according to a report by the US Army Corps of Engineers in the Galveston District.
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The barrier was intended to safeguard the lives of residents of coastal areas and to prevent the destruction of energy industry infrastructure.
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However, progress on the maritime barrier project was stalled for years and another major storm, Hurricane Harvey in August 2017, had to occur for the issue of coastal protection to be taken up again and pressure put on state and federal governments. for the construction of the maritime barrier, an initiative called “Ike Dike”.
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Ike Dike’s project has been passing through the agendas of governments and political leaders for years, until finally in 2022 it was approved by President Biden, although its financing is not yet assured.
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Ike was the third tropical cyclone to hit the state of Texas during the 2008 hurricane season, following Category 2 Hurricane Dolly and Tropical Storm Edouard.
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Between 1.2 and 1.5 million residents were evacuated from the at-risk area before Ike made landfall.
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Hurricane Ike hit the Texas coast in 2008.
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FEMA estimated about 25 million yards of debris in all affected counties; enough to fill NRG Stadium 7.5 times.
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$132 million in damage to transportation systems was reported.
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There were between 8 to 11 hours of tropical storm force winds in the area.
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An estimated $27 billion in damage is estimated in the United States, including $15 billion in insured property losses.
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34 Texas counties have been declared federal disaster areas.
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16/31
Ike brought the highest storm surge recorded to Galveston Island since 1915.
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There were about 27,000 miles of downed wires.
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Hurricane Ike hit the Texas coast in 2008.
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An estimated 24,165 structures were damaged in Galveston County.
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20/31
About 2,550 homes were flooded by storm surge in Harris County.
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The storm surge reached between 15 to 17 feet on the Bolívar Peninsula.
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22/31
The storm surge extended 15 to 18 miles inland in Chambers County.
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23/31
The first rain event during Ike’s landfall left between 6 and 10 inches of water across Harris County.
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24/31
A secondary rainfall event on September 14 resulted in 3 to 8 inches in the northwest portion of Harris County.
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There was significant flooding in general streets during the second rain event that Ike brought, in part due to drains clogged by hurricane debris.
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About 1,300 homes were flooded by the rains in Harris County.
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Considerable flooding occurred along Hunting, Little White Oak, Halls, lower White Oak and lower Brays Bayous.
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About 92,000 homes were damaged in Harris County.
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20 million cubic yards of debris were cleared.
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There was a curfew for the first time in the city of Houston.
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