Julia Slams Central America, Causing Flooding Rainfall and Strong Winds

Tropical Storm Julia pounded Central America, causing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flooding. Forecasts advised residents to prepare and monitor the developments of the storm.

According to the National Hurricane Center's (NHC) recent advisory on 'Tropical Storm Julia' on October 9, reports said that Julia would remain a tropical storm as it moves into Nicaragua today.

Julia's Advisory

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The National Hurricane Center's advisory said that tropical storm warnings are still in effect in El Salvador, and the Pacific coasts of Nicaragua that would experience tropical storm-force winds on Monday.

In addition, a storm watch has been issued on Guatemala's Pacific coast, and it is expected to feel tropical-force winds.

Moreover, the advisory noted that residents in Central America, starting today, should monitor potential life-threatening floods and mudslides.

Meanwhile, the forecast noted that flash flooding is possible early this week in the isthmus of Tehuantepec, Mexico.

In Southern Mexico, reports said threatening mudslides and flash floods could emerge through Tuesday.

Julia, with Hurricane-level conditions, made landfall early Sunday morning in Nicaragua, on the coast near Laguna de Perlas, based on the Satellite and Nicaraguan radar data, making it the 10th 2022 season tropical storm.

Julia showed an estimated 85 mph maximum sustained winds.

Visit the National Hurricane Center's website to stay updated with the progress of tropical storm Julia.

Based on AccuWeather's weather forecast on October 10, 2022 (6:28 a.m PHT), NHC upgraded Julia to Hurricane on Saturday evening, reaching 5th hurricane of the season.

The report said Julia lost its wind intensity, making it a tropical storm.

Furthermore, the weather website said that areas in Colombia, and San Andres, issued warnings for the storm. In Colombia, the city prepared shelters for the storm's potential impact. Parts of Nica should observe dangerous storm surges.

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AccuWeather forecasted that Julia would produce damaging winds, rough seas, flooding, and mudslides, highlighting that it is rated two on the AccuWeather ReallImpact in Central America.

Starting Monday, Julia is expected to bring heavy rains and localized flooding over portions of southern Mexico and Central America.

Moreover, Julia is also rated two on the AccuWeather RealImpact^TM Scale for Hurricanes.

Preparions for Julia's impact

As Tropical Storm Julia moves, it is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and life-threatening floods. As weather reports said, Julia, is also forecasted to strengthen to become a hurricane.

Moreover, residents living in the affected areas should brace for the impact of the tropical storm, especially for residents living in coastal areas. Here are some reminders to remember.

As Julia may impact coastal areas and the possibility of flooding is high, residents must stay updated with the tropical storm developments. Stay up to date with the weather reports from the local weather agency and announcements from local governments.
Refrain from traveling outdoors during the onslaught of the storm. Tropical storm Julia may produce threatening floods and winds that can turn down communication lines, power lines, and trees.
Prepare for emergency lights as power outages are possible.
There is a potential for evacuations, so preparing an emergency bag containing primary documents and food supplies is essential.
Fully charge your mobile phones, and save the primary numbers of local hotlines for emergencies.