![]() ![]() Only 2% of storms in the Atlantic reach Category 5 strength, according to NOAA’s hurricane database. Lee hit a rare strength that few storms have ever achieved. Tropical storm conditions, life-threatening surf and rip currents could occur on some of these islands over the weekend. ![]() The center of Lee will pass to the north of the Leeward Islands, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico this weekend and into early next week. Southeast.ĭangerous surf and rip currents will spread across the northern Caribbean on Friday and begin affecting the mainland United States on Sunday. The monstrous hurricane struck Haiti in 2016, killing hundreds in the Caribbean nation while also wreaking havoc on parts of the U.S. The storm’s winds increased by 85 mph in a 24-hour period, which tied it with Hurricane Matthew for the third-fastest rapid intensification in the Atlantic, according to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration research meteorologist John Kaplan. Lee, which was a Category 1 storm Thursday, intensified with exceptional speed in warm ocean waters, doubling its wind speeds in just a day. Lee is expected to remain a major hurricane over the southwestern Atlantic early next week, though it’s too soon to know whether this system will directly impact the U.S. “Although Lee’s current intensity is lower than the overnight peak, the hurricane remains very powerful,” the National Hurricane Center said, noting that more slight fluctuations in maximum winds are expected over the next several days. The hurricane is packing destructive maximum sustained winds of 155 mph and is about 550 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands. Those relying on the foregoing information do so at their own risk, and neither the State of Nevada, the NDOT nor any of their employees or agents shall be liable for either the accuracy of this information nor any actions taken in reliance thereon.(CNN) - Hurricane Lee weakened slightly into a Category 4 storm Friday morning, following a day in which the hurricane strengthened at a historic pace into a powerful Category 5 rarely seen in the Atlantic Ocean. Travel and road conditions change rapidly, and drivers are in the best position to perceive such conditions and adjust their driving accordingly. This information depends on a number of items, including Internet availability, communications networks, and computer equipment which are beyond the control of the NDOT and difficult to predict. This information is published automatically and cannot be guaranteed as to accuracy or timeliness. ![]() Or dial 511 or 1-877-NV-ROADS for road conditions (before driving).įor detailed Nevada weather information visit National Weather Service.ĭisclaimer: NDOT provides the included traveler information as a public service. These traffic cameras are part of NDOT’s statewide network of Intelligent Transportation Systems, including freeway digital message signs, Highway Advisory Radio, freeway ramp meters and more that improve mobility, safety and management of Nevada state roads. Knowing if there is congestion, an incident blocking the freeway, extreme weather or other condition can help you decide to forego travel or detour the area, making for an easier commute and safer roadways. Traffic cameras are an opportunity for drivers to make travel decisions based on road conditions. Map- Statewide Road Conditions/Traffic Cameras.The Nevada Department of Transportation is pleased to offer traffic cameras: ![]()
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