COMMUNITY ADVISORY: Hurricane Hilary

COMMUNITY ADVISORY: Hurricane Hilary Hurricane Hilary has sped up with the latest forecast as it approaches San Diego County. Heaviest rainfall for Southern California is now expected late tonight through Sunday evening, and the strongest winds are expected Sunday afternoon and evening.   The National Weather Service (NWS) upgraded the status of Hilary from a Tropical Storm “Watch” to a Tropical Storm “Warning” last night for the first time ever in in this region. Although the storm has shifted course slightly to the east, it is still expected to impact the entire region with heavy rain and wind. Although the mountains and deserts are expected to bear the brunt of the storm, coastal areas will still see significant rainfall and high winds. Rain Outlook Hilary will bring moderate to locally heavy rainfall across areas west of the mountains Saturday evening into Monday. The heaviest rain will occur Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. The rainfall totals in our coastal areas is expected to be generally 1.5 - 2.5". Lingering showers and isolated thunderstorms will occur through Monday.   Impacts: Numerous rain showers and isolated thunderstorms may produce heavy rainfall that will lead to localized flash flooding on roads and near property. Timing: Today through Monday morning, with the heaviest rainfall Sunday   Forecasted Rainfall: Wind Outlook Strong winds will occur from south to north starting late Sunday morning and lasting through Monday with the strongest winds occurring Sunday afternoon and evening. Widespread winds of 35-45 mph are expected across portions of the coast and lower deserts, with local gusts over 55 mph at times. Lower deserts and desert slopes may see gusts of over 70 mph at times. Wind speeds may slightly change based on the exact track the storm system.   Impacts: Tree and property damage possible along with difficult driving conditions for those on the roadways, notably high-profile vehicles. Timing: Sunday and Monday   Forecasted Peak Wind Gusts: Those in San Diego County are encouraged to prepare for the storm by: Fortifying your home Charging your cell phones Securing any loose items outdoors Placing sandbags to redirect water away from your home if you live in an area that floods Stay informed by downloading the SD Emergency app and registering for alerts at Ready San Diego. For all updates, monitor @SDSheriff @CALFIRESANDIEGO and @NWSSanDiego. More Sandbags Are Now Available The City has once again made sandbags available to City residents. The prefilled sandbags will be available in the Solana Beach City Hall parking lot at 635 South Highway 101 after 7:00 PM this evening. Since there are a very limited number of sandbags available, the City is asking that residents take no more than 7 sandbags. Please prepare accordingly as the rain may be heavy and the winds will be strong at times.  Any questions related to the sandbag program or other storm related issues should be directed to the City of Solana Beach Public Works Department at (858) 720-2470 or pw-eng@cosb.org.  City of Solana Beach » (858) 720-2400 » Website » Facebook » Twitter

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