Sally expected to alter Gulf Coast Beaches from Louisiana to Alabama
By Communications and Publishing
September 14, 2020
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A new U.S. Geological Survey coastal change forecast predicts some sandy beaches in Mississippi may be heavily damaged by Hurricane Sally, while beaches in Louisiana, Alabama and Florida may see moderate to minor damage. The forecast released on Monday will be updated whenever the National Hurricane Center’s surge forecasts are changed. The most current version is always available on the USGS Coastal Change Hazards Portal.