While Hurricane Sandy
will remain offshore, portions of the southern Atlantic coast will be buffeted
by the large system into the weekend. Dangerous conditions in the surf and on
the seas will spread northward.
The central and southern
Atlantic coast of Florida will be experiencing gusty squalls, dangerous surf, beach
erosion, locally heavy rain and the potential for flash urban flooding through
Friday. Rip currents will be very strong and frequent. Seas will be very
rough over the Florida Straits. Winds can reach tropical storm force. The
greatest effect Sandy will have on coastal areas northern Florida through South
Carolina will be rough surf and stiff breezes into the weekend. Little or no
rain is forecast in this area, due to a component of dry air from the land.
Farther north, eastern North
Carolina, especially the outer banks will have similar effects to that of South
Florida with a return of gusty, drenching squalls. However, coastal flooding
and over wash will increase Saturday into Sunday. Tropical storm conditions are
to be expected. Conditions will become dangerous in the surf and for small
craft.
By Alex Sosnowski, Expert Senior Meteorologist – AccuWeather.com
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