SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 — At 2:00AM, the center of Hurricane Jerry was located near latitude 21.0 North, longitude 63.5 West. Jerry continues to move toward the west-northwest near 16 mph.
On the forecast track, the center of Jerry will continue to pass well north of the British Virgin Islands today. Maximum sustained winds have weakened to near 65 mph with higher gusts. Some fluctuations in strength are likely during the several days.
Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 90 miles from Jerry’s centre. The estimated minimum central pressure is 995 mb.
Impact on the British Virgin Islands
Additional rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches for Anegada
High Surf Advisory remains in effect
Hazardous sea conditions are possible, especially on northern coasts
Next advisory will be issued at 5:00am.
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