This advisory was sent by John Greene Logistics Company BB #:108358 Titusville, FL, on October 8, 2024:
Hurricane Milton is projected to make landfall on Florida’s west coast Wednesday night, with the current path aiming towards the Tampa Bay area.
The early effects of the storm are expected to begin along the western coastline of Florida between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. Although the hurricane’s intensity has varied, it remains a dangerous storm and is expected to cause significant impact at landfall.
Key Updates for Drivers:
Starting Tuesday night or early Wednesday, the western coast of Florida faces a growing threat of severe storm surges and damaging winds. Storm Surge and Hurricane Watches are now in effect across parts of both the west and east coasts of Florida.
Heavy rainfall has already begun affecting parts of Florida ahead of the storm. The heaviest rainfall is expected from Wednesday through Thursday, bringing risks of flash flooding, urban flooding, and significant river flooding across impacted areas.
Traffic & Evacuation:
Major interstates in and out of the Tampa area are heavily congested with evacuees. Florida’s Governor has recommended downloading the FL511 app or to visit FL511.com for real-time updates on road and bridge closures, as well as possible detours.
Mandatory evacuations are in place, and we anticipate delays of 48-96 hours for any shipments moving to or from affected areas. Due to potential road closures and redirected traffic for evacuation efforts, we’re working closely with shippers and carriers to stage and hold cargo where necessary until it’s safe to resume delivery across Central and South Florida.
Airport Closures
· The Tampa International Airport will suspend operations beginning at 9 a.m. ET and remained closed until damage can be properly assessed.
· The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport will close at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday and remain closed through Thursday.
· The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport will close at 4 p.m. Tuesday and reopen when “safe to do so.”
· The Orlando International Airport will close at 8 a.m. on Wednesday and will reopen when conditions normalize.
· The Orlando Executive Airport will close 10 p.m. on Tuesday until further notice.
· Amtrak will operate a modified schedule through the duration of Milton. To see the schedule, click here.
Seaport Closures
The Florida Ports Council has halted vessel movement for the following seaports until further notice:
· Port Tampa Bay
· Seaport Manatee
· Port of St. Pete
· Port of Key West
Despite closures, landslide fuel operations remain open. For real-time updates on port closures, visit the Florida Ports Council X page.
Rail Closures
All railroad systems are currently operational. Operators are closely monitoring conditions that may cause disruption.
It is anticipated that operations in northern Florida may see delays when the storm arrives.
Storm Advisories
Below are a few important storm advisories. Please visit the National Hurricane Center website for the complete list.
Hurricane Warning
· Florida west coast from Bonita Beach northward to the mouth of the Suwannee River, including Tampa Bay
· Florida east coast from the Indian River/St. Lucie County Line northward to Ponte Vedra Beach
Storm Surge Warning
· West coast of Florida from Flamingo northward to the Suwannee River, including Charlotte Harbor and Tampa Bay
· East coast of Florida from the Volusia/Brevard County Line northward to the mouth of the St. Mary’s River, including the St. John’s River
Hurricane Watch
· Dry Tortugas
· Lake Okeechobee
· Florida west coast from Chokoloskee to south of Bonita Beach
Tropical Storm Warning
· All of the Florida Keys
· Lake Okeechobee
· Florida west coast from Flamingo to south of Bonita Beach
· Florida west coast from north of the mouth of the Suwanee River to
· Indian Pass
· Florida east coast south of the Indian River/St. Lucie County
· Line to Flamingo
· Florida east coast north of Ponte Vedra Beach to the mouth of the
· St. Mary’s River
Source: JOHN GREENE LOGISTICS COMPANY, 2405 Garden Street, Titusville, FL 32796, 321-269-9169
