Weather Update #1: Tropical Storm Nicole
The Jekyll Island Authority is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole and is in close communication with the Glynn County EMA, NWS Jacksonville, GEMA, and the Governor's Office to assess any impact to the island. Conditions are continuing to be monitored and additional updates will be communicated.
The area is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. There is a potential for surge flooding/heavy rainfall, tropical-storm-force winds, and isolated tornado threats Thursday through Friday evening.
There are no closures for any Jekyll Island Authority facilities planned at this time. No causeway, road, or bridge closures have been announced. GDOT is monitoring wind conditions for the Sidney Lanier Bridge and any potential closures will be announced as they are known.
Please continue to pay close attention to weather updates as they are made available. Follow the latest forecast models from the National Weather Service Jacksonville to stay informed between updates.
For the latest updates specific to Tropical Storm Nicole's impact to Jekyll Island and additional information on storm preparedness, please visit the JIA website: www.jekyllisland.com/emergency
