Hurricane Idalia Update – August 29 @ 11:15 a.m.

At its 9 a.m. Briefing, Chatham Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) shared that Hurricane Idalia is now a Category 1 Hurricane and is located 503 miles south/southwest of Savannah.

The storm currently is traveling 14 miles per hour (MPH) and is expected to reach Category 3 status by late this evening. It is expected to increase in forward speed as it comes through our area to roughly 18 MPH.

Impacts to the Savannah area are expected around 3 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday (August 30). However, some areas may begin experiencing tropical storm force winds ahead of the storm. Our area can expect heavy rains, up to six inches in some areas, and sustained winds up to 44 MPH. There is the potential for localized flooding, power outages, and isolated tornadoes. 

During severe weather events, The Landings Association often is asked when the bridges leading to the community will close. The Landings Association is not authorized to close bridges. Decisions for bridge closures are made by Chatham County’s Emergency Management Team, Georgia Department of Transportation, and Chatham County Police Department. However, it is important to note that Chatham Emergency Services will cease responding to all calls when sustained winds reach 39 MPH.

Currently, Landings Public Works and The Landings Marinas are prepping for the storm, including testing equipment and lagoon overflow structures, as well as securing assets.

In The Landings and Beyond

• The Landings Association will be closed to walk-in traffic on Wednesday (August 30). Staff will be available online during normal business hours, as long as they have power. You can reach employees directly via phone and email. If you are not sure who to contact for assistance, please email your question to webmaster@landings.org. TLA will reevaluate after the storm to decide if the Association Office (600 Landings Way South) will open late on Thursday (August 31).
• Landings Harbor Marina, including the Harbor Store and Delegal Creek Marina will be closed on Wednesday (August 30). The Marinas will reevaluate after the storm to determine if they need to open late on Thursday (August 31).
• Landings Security will remain open 24 hours.
• Vendor admittance to the community will be restricted to emergency services only on Wednesday (August 30)
• As a precaution, Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools will close in-person learning and will shift to virtual learning on Wednesday (August 30) and Thursday (August 31).  

CEMA has moved to Opcon 3, securing assets and finalizing plans, and will continue tracking Tropical Storm Idalia around the clock. Now is the time to make sure your emergency plans are in place. Click here to view CEMA's Hurricane Preparedness Guide. Click here to view a recap of the 2023 Hurricane Town Hall Meeting, which includes links to helpful resources. 

Your Association will continue to provide periodic updates on this weather event as more details become available.