Tropical Storm Isaac Update, 8-26-12 1:00 p.m.
Hollywood remains under a tropical storm warning which extends from Sebastian Inlet south to Ocean Reef. A tropical storm warning means tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are expected to affect the area. At this time, Broward County is expected to get sustained winds of 30-40 mph with maximum gusts of 60 mph. Peak hours for the most serious weather conditions are forecasted to be between 3pm and 8pm. Heavy rainfall is anticipated, but the total rainfal estimates have been reduced to 4-8 inches, from original forecasts of 5-10 inches. A tornado watch is in effect until 5 p.m. today for all of South Florida.
At this time, the City has not received any reports of substantial flooding. All pump stations are fully operational. The City’s Department of Public Utilities has also placed auxiliary pumps in flood prone areas throughout Hollywood to help deal with the expected rainfall. Utilities and Public Works crews have been out continuing to clear storm drains and address storm debris throughout the City. Residents are asked to report any downed trees or limbs that are blocking roadways.
The City has just ended the sand bag operation that began Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. The City assisted Hollywood residents and business owners with nearly ten-thousand sand bags.
City offices and facilities will be open as usual on Monday morning. All garbage collection in the City of Hollywood will take place per normal collection schedules on Monday morning. Residents are asked to secure their grey garbage carts and blue recycling carts on their property throughout the course of the storm.
All City parks and community centers are closed, but will return to normal operating schedules on Monday morning. All City-sponsored special events are cancelled for Sunday. The City owned golf courses, Orangebrook, Eco Grande, and Hollywood Beach will reopen on Monday.
The Hollywood Trolley is not in operation today, but will resume its normal operating schedule on Wednesday, August 29.
Residents and businesses can obtain comprehensive hurricane preparedness information by visiting the City of Hollywood’s website, www.hollywoodfl.org. The site contains the latest updates on Tropical Storm Isaac, important phone numbers, information about hurricane strength categories, watches and warnings, local gas stations and supermarkets with backup generator support, and much more.
City officials also encourage residents to stay tuned to local media for storm updates. The City’s Emergency Operations Center is on a Level 2 Activation and can be reached at 954.967.4362.
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