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Pop-up thunderstorms may develop damaging wind gusts and small hail across the state between now and Wednesday. Flash flooding is possible in localized areas. -
Winds will be mainly from the south on Monday, temperatures will feel close to the triple digits and the Everglades will remain with lower humidity. There is also plenty of dry vegetation available for this fire to grow. Smoke and ashes would impact western suburbs.
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In Florida, hurricane preparation works best when it begins before the season ever tests it—even a small step now can lower risk and reduce pressure later. -
Some isolated storms could turn severe this weekend, potentially producing damaging winds. -
Much of Florida is getting June-July heat at the start of May. High humidity will make the already high temperatures feel even hotter across the Peninsula this weekend. -
Contrary to popular belief, the University of Florida was not responsible for the creation of lovebugs. The insects are believed to have migrated from Central America. -
Clear skies can be misleading. In Florida, some of the most dangerous hurricane hazards begin after the storm—during cleanup, return, and recovery. -
The ongoing drought has lowered water levels which has increased concentrations of containments. However, drinking water and overall water supply for firefighting wildfires has had little to no impact. -
During storm season focusing on protection during the storm is mission critical. And in Florida, that can mean wind, water, and tornadoes all unfolding at the same time. -
Temperatures across South Florida will reach the low to mid-90s this week due to a strong high-pressure system located in the Caribbean. This high will also prevent a cold front from moving through Florida. The rain will stay over North Florida and the Panhandle. -
In Florida, evacuation and final preparations need to happen before conditions deteriorate—because the safe window often closes faster than expected. -
The Lochloosa West brush fire continues to affect Alachua County's air quality, and the fire has grown significantly since yesterday.
