Hurricane Debby Makes Landfall in Florida

Hurricane Debby made landfall in Steinhatchee, Florida, at 7 a.m. on Monday, August 5, 2024, as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph.

The storm is expected to move through North Florida today and into Georgia, with its effects reaching South Carolina before moving offshore into the Atlantic.

Steinhatchee, Florida:

• Location: Steinhatchee is a rural fishing village located in Florida's Big Bend region, 70 miles west of Gainesville.
• Population: 514.
• Pronunciation: STEEN-hatch-ee.
• History: Known as "Dead Man's Bay" when a post office was first established, the town has a history of being affected by hurricanes, including Hurricane Idalia in 2023 and Tropical Storm Debby in 2012.

Florida's Big Bend Region:

• Location: The "Big Bend" refers to the curve of Florida's peninsula around the Gulf of Mexico, including Jefferson, Taylor, Dixie, and Levy counties.
• Features: The area offers wilderness destinations, such as salt marshes, tidal swamps, and woodlands, and is known for its scenic beauty.

Hurricane Debby's Track and Updates:

• Spaghetti models and forecasts for Hurricane Debby
• USA TODAY Network - Florida will provide daily tropical weather updates.

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