Never Ending Nadine (Part Two)

Hurricane Nadine formed in August 2061, and it was the longest lived hurricane in History, lasting for 46 days. Over its lifespan, Nadine brought impacts to Bermuda, North Carolina, South Carolina, and the Lesser Antilles. Damages were around $2 billion dollars and nine lives were lost.

Meterological History
An upper level low drifted off the coast of Africa on August 19, 2061. For three days, it was known as Invest 95L, as it remained a disorganized cluster of showers and thunderstorms. On August 23, the storm developed banding features 267 miles East of the Lesser Antilles. As a result, the NHC designated the storm as Nadine. Nadine grew into a gyre-type storm as it turned North and West. Tropical Storm Force winds extended 400 miles from the center. The NHC warned the Carolinas that they could see winds of around 50 miles per hour when the storm made its closest approach. Over the next few days, Nadine came closer to the United States, bringing gusty winds and rip currents. A Bermuda high began to steer Nadine out to sea, but the high weakened before it could impact Nadine’s strength. For the next three weeks, Nadine drifted around in the North Atlantic, with several fluctuations in intensity. At its peak, Nadine was a Category 2 storm with winds of 105 miles per hour. On September 29, a front began to send Nadine East towards the United Kingdom. Nadine dissipated during it’s journey, so no significant impacts were felt.

Impacts
LESSER ANTILLES: During the early stages of Nadine’s lifespan, the storm passed through the islands. Winds gusted around 45 miles per hour, and several landslides spawned. One person was killed when they were whisked away by a flooded river.

THE CAROLINAS: On August 28,Nadine made its closest approach to the U.S mainland. Tropical storm warnings were issued for coastal North Carolina, while watches were issued for South Carolina. At the height of the storm, a 57 mph gust was reported in Cape Hatteras, and a 45 mph gust was observed in Kitty Hawk. Both Carolinas observed coastal flooding, and three people drowned while in a small boat.

BERMUDA: Nadine came within 100 miles of Bermuda as a Category 2 storm. Bermuda reviewed significant storm surge, and waves up to 33 feet were reported. A wind gust of 100 miles per hour was recorded. A husband and wife died when their roof collapsed.