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Archived Events [Alert] Tropical Storm Ida

CEMA Closely Monitoring Tropical Storm Ida's Track Savannah, GA - November 9th, 2009 As Tropical Storm Ida approaches the Gulf Coast, Chatham County residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and to take necessary precautions. It is expected that Ida will continue to weaken as it approaches the Gulf Coast. Tropical Storm Ida will move Eastward across Georgia and may affect areas of Chatham County tomorrow and Wednesday. Residents can expect heavy rain of 1 to 2 inches with locally higher amounts in excess of 4 inches possible. In addition, winds associated with Tropical Storm Ida may affect some areas of the County. Residents are encouraged to remove objects, such as lawn furniture, from their yards that may be moved during heavy winds. Chatham County residents are urged to check preparedness requirements, keep informed and be ready for quick action if weather conditions become increasingly worse. The Chatham Emergency Management Agency will continue to make periodic updates as of Tropical Storm Ida moves across Georgia. For additional information and updates, please visit CEMA's website at www.chathamemergency.org ( http://www.chathamemergency.org/ ). Dustin Hetzel EM Specialist: Communications KI4MQD Chatham Emergency Management 124 Bull Street Suite 140 Savannah, 31401 (912) 201-4500

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