1154 AM EDT Sat Jun 25 2022
THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA.
.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT.
.THUNDERSTORM IMPACT...
A few stronger lightning storms will be possible from mid to late
afternoon across inland locations of east central FLorida.
Primary concerns will be for strong wind gusts to around 40 to 50
mph, heavy rainfall, and frequent lightning strikes as they move
toward the south and west around 15 mph. Storm chances will be
highest across western Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Okeechobee
counties.
.FLOOD IMPACT...
Locally heavy rainfall amounts of one to two inches within an hour
or less will be possible mainly across western Lake, Orange,
Osceola, and Okeechobee counties. Heavy rainfall in a short
period can lead to ponding and standing water on roadways, and any
lower spots.
.EXCESSIVE HEAT IMPACT...
Afternoon temperatures will reach the mid 90s across inland
locations. Peak heat index values will range from 101 to 105
degrees before expected onset of rainfall. If you will be engaged
in any outdoor activity, stay well hydrated, take frequent indoor
rest breaks, preferably in an air-conditioned area.
.RIP CURRENT IMPACT...
A moderate risk of dangerous rip currents will occur in the surf
zone today. To reduce your risk of becoming caught in the seaward
pull of a rip current, swim only within sight of a lifeguard, and
never enter the ocean alone.
.MARINE THUNDERSTORM GUST IMPACT...
Some storms will be capable of producing wind gusts of 35 knots or
greater over the Atlantic and intracoastal waterways mainly south
of Titusville, and over inland lakes of east central Florida.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SUNDAY THROUGH FRIDAY.
Scattered to numerous lightning storms will be possible Sunday,
and into early next week. The main threats from any stronger
lightning storms that develop will be thunderstorm wind gusts,
frequent lightning, and torrential downpours.
A Moderate Risk of rip currents is expected at east central
Florida early in the week.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed this afternoon and tonight.
$$
Fehling
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