Hurricane Ida has made it’s way into the southern Gulf of Mexico and is expected to move northward in time. As Ida enters the northern Gulf of Mexico, she will encounter much cooler seas and also a more sheared environment. These two things coupled with a weakening eye will most likely have Ida decreasing in intensity before approaching the Gulf Coast.
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for parts of southern Alabama; basically Wilcox, Butler, and Crenshaw counties and counties south and west. Specific locations can be found here: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/wwa/ .
The main threats Central Alabama will see from Ida are heavy downpours (3-5″ possible in southern most counties) and gusty, strong winds. In fact, a wind advisory is in effect for parts of Central Alabama from noon until 6 pm Monday. Sustained winds from 15-25 mph are possible and gust up to 35 mph.
As far as timing is concerned, rainfall will be possible late Monday afternoon through the day on Tuesday. Ida’s remnants should filter out Tuesday evening before high pressure returns Wednesday.
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