Keep in mind, this storm is still "only" a tropical storm and has not reached hurricane force winds.
There is a 65~68% chance it will reach Hurricane Category 1 for 24 hours then a 80% chance it will fall back to Tropical Storm status.
This is not a Katrina type storm that was Category 5 this far offshore.
Comparing the two is like comparing a smart car to a Formula 1 racer.
Very good graphics.
As I understand it, Isaac is still a tropical storm, and is 18 hours from landfall. There is still reason for concern; and, I’m sure there will be some damage....but all the hype is misplaced.
And I might detect a slight westward hook on the graphic - it could still hit much further west than New Orleans.
I agree. No comparison.
Issac has been a weird storm. Forecasters have been predicting hurricane strength since it was past Cuba. Still no Hurricane & the pressure is still falling. The NE quadrant is fairly dry.
The final analysis of this storm will be interesting.