Friday, September 30, 2016

Matthew, Maybe.................Maybe Not,

A Message from Sentry Management: 
Please see the below weather update regarding Hurricane Matthew.  While it is still way too early to predict exactly what track this storm will take, we feel it is the best interest of all of you to begin to put information out regarding this storm.  Those of you that are weekender’s, it is a good idea to start making your storm preparations now in the event you cannot make it back to your home prior to any storm impacts. 

We recommend you do the following:
  • Place any furniture on your balcony or patio inside or secure it to something.
  • Those of you with boats should also double up your lines to ensure they stay in place. 
  • Any loose items in your yard should also be stored.
  • Grill covers should be either secured tightly or removed entirely. 
  • Trash cans should be stored. 


As we receive additional information we will be sure to pass it along to all of you.

Major Weather Event:

The NOAA National Hurricane Center is tracking a Tropical Storm “Matthew” presently  located south of the Dominican Republic.  The NOAA models, as well as the European Model; indicate that the storm will begin to turn north on Sunday, Oct 2nd.  Then move over the Bahamas toward Florida.  At this point the storm is predicted to become a Category II hurricane ( sustained winds 96 – 110 mph and storm surge of 6’ to 8’ ).  The models indicate that the hurricane would move along the east coast passing just off Cape Hatterus, NC on or about Wednesday, Oct 5th.  There are a number of factors that would affect the path of the storm including a cold front moving in from the west.  However, if the storm continues along the forecast track, Matthew would begin to affect the Delmarva on or about Thursday, Oct 6th .  The wind field with this level of storm would bring tropical force winds into most of the Eastern Shore (60 + mph in gusts).  Heavy rainfall (3” – 5” ) can be expected and could include the western shore – D.C. &  Baltimore,  Mid- Atlantic region.  As the track becomes more defined, additional notices will be sent.  Stay tuned to your local news outlet as time progresses.

Source:  NOAA, National Hurricane Center
               Miami, Florida



Todd W
Division Vice President
Sentry Management Inc
2200 Defense Highway, Ste 405
Crofton, MD  21114
(410) 721-7171 ext. 57001
(410) 721-3842 (fax)

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