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Weather Update #3: 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.

NEW CLOSURES

• Clam Creek Road and Pier are now closed.
• Skimmer Lane & the DNR Boat Ramp are now closed.
• All beach crossovers are closed to the public at this time and should not be accessed due to safety concerns and damage. 

There is standing water on Riverview Drive, south of Harbor Road, including Harbor Road. While roads may currently be passable, please use caution on any roadways if you see excessive standing water and do not attempt to drive through them.
 
There is currently a large power outage affecting several areas along Beachview Drive. Georgia Power is actively assessing these outages. Power outages can be reported & monitored on Georgia Power's outage map: https://customerservice2.southerncompany.com/Outages/Report/Location?mnuOpco=GPC
 
The Jekyll Island Causeway and Sidney Lanier Bridge remain open currently but will continue to be monitored for any wind or flooding risks should conditions change.

Previous Updates
The following Jekyll Island Authority facilities remain closed Thursday, November 10, reopening Friday, November 11:

• Jekyll Island Golf Club
• Jekyll Island Tennis Center
• Jekyll Island Bikes & Mini Golf
• Jekyll Island Historic Trolley Tours, Cottages & Faith Chapel (Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum is open)

All other Jekyll Island facilities, offices and the Campground will remain open unless impacted by the storm.

Glynn County Schools remain closed Thursday, November 10.

As a reminder, the area is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning and Tornado Watch. There is a potential for surge flooding/heavy rainfall, tropical-storm-force winds, and isolated tornado threats Thursday through Friday evening.

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

Instructions:

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.