Southern Pines Fire & Rescue Chief Mike Cameron is keeping a close eye on the potential impacts of Hurricane Idalia for Southern Pines. Here is what we know and expect based on conditions as of Tuesday, August 29.
- Low impact event anticipated for Southern Pines
- Event Timing: Late Wednesday to Early Thursday
- Timing subject to change as the storm progresses
- Sustained Winds: 15 - 25 mph
- Rainfall: 2 - 5 inches
Even though Hurricane Idalia is predicted to be a low impact event for us, it's important to stay prepared and vigilant. Conditions can change rapidly, and your safety is our top priority. We will post more information and updates, as needed on our social media channels. We also use CodeRED for emergency updates. Sign up at sopinesnc.info/codered