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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

TORNADO WATCH FOR A PORTION OF NORTHERN FLORIDA STILL IN EFFECT

THERE IS STILL A PORTION OF NORTHERN FLORIDA WITH A TORNADO WATCH. THE WATCH THAT EXTENDED SOUTH TO TAMPA HAS BEEN LIFTED. CONTINUE TO MONITOR THE WEATHER IN CASE NEW WATCH OR WARNINGS ARE ISSUES LATER THIS EVENING...RTW

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH FOR A PORTION OF FLORIDA INCLUDES BROWARD COUNTY

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH FOR A PORTION OF FLORIDA INCLUDES BROWARD COUNTY!
Note: The expiration time in the watch graphic is amended if the watch is replaced, cancelled or extended.
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SEL5
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 265
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
245 PM EDT Wed May 24 2017
The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of
Florida peninsula
Coastal Waters
* Effective this Wednesday afternoon and evening from 245 PM
until 1100 PM EDT.
* Primary threats include...
Isolated damaging wind gusts to 70 mph possible
Isolated large hail events to 1.5 inches in diameter possible
A tornado or two possible
SUMMARY...Thunderstorms developing along and ahead of a convective
outflow boundary now advancing inland off the Gulf coast are
expected to increase in coverage and intensity across the interior
and eastern peninsula through this evening. Strongest activity may
be accompanied by severe wind gusts and hail, with some risk of a
tornado or two, mainly near Atlantic coastal areas.
The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 60
statute miles east and west of a line from 5 miles west of St
Augustine FL to 20 miles southeast of Fort Meyers FL. For a complete
depiction of the watch see the associated watch outline update
(WOUS64 KWNS WOU5).
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
REMEMBER...A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are
favorable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.
Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening
weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible
warnings. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce
tornadoes.
&&
OTHER WATCH INFORMATION...CONTINUE...WW 261...WW 262...WW
263...WW 264...
AVIATION...A few severe thunderstorms with hail surface and aloft to
1.5 inches. Extreme turbulence and surface wind gusts to 60 knots. A
few cumulonimbi with maximum tops to 500. Mean storm motion vector
24035.
...Kerr

WINDS GUSTING UP TO 30 MPHS OVER FLORIDA

The squeeze play between the Gulf system and the Atlantic High pressure is producing a strong pressure gradient over Florida. Winds are gusting to the 30s mph along both coast. Some areas with thunderstorms will see gust even higher. High profile vehicles traveling over bridges should use caution.

This section amended since I added wrong images. I meant to add this video

TORNADO WATCH EXTENDED SOUTH TO JUST NORTH OF TAMPA

TODAY'S THUNDERSTORM OUTLOOK

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UPDATED TORNADO WATCH AREAS

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FLORIDA/ GA TORNADO WATCH BOX

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   SEL1

   URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
   Tornado Watch Number 261
   NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
   655 AM EDT Wed May 24 2017

   The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a

   * Tornado Watch for portions of 
     North Florida
     Southern Georgia
     Coastal Waters

   * Effective this Wednesday morning and afternoon from 655 AM
     until 300 PM EDT.

   * Primary threats include...
     A few tornadoes possible
     Scattered damaging wind gusts to 70 mph possible
     Isolated large hail events to 1.5 inches in diameter possible

   SUMMARY...Severe thunderstorms capable of a few tornadoes along with
   damaging winds are expected to gradually increase through the
   morning. This includes an early-day risk across the north-central
   peninsula near a remnant boundary, while other storms will move in
   from the Gulf of Mexico and Florida Panhandle and intensify within a
   very moist and increasingly unstable environment.

   The tornado watch area is approximately along and 55 statute miles
   north and south of a line from 35 miles south southwest of Marianna
   FL to 25 miles north northeast of Daytona Beach FL. For a complete
   depiction of the watch see the associated watch outline update
   (WOUS64 KWNS WOU1).

   PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

   REMEMBER...A Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for
   tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch
   area. Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for
   threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements
   and possible warnings.

   &&

   AVIATION...Tornadoes and a few severe thunderstorms with hail
   surface and aloft to 1.5 inches. Extreme turbulence and surface wind
   gusts to 60 knots. A few cumulonimbi with maximum tops to 500. Mean
   storm motion vector 24030.

   ...Guyer

TODAY'S HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

FLUS42 KMFL 240749
HWOMFL

Hazardous Weather Outlook for South Florida
National Weather Service Miami FL
349 AM EDT Wed May 24 2017

AMZ610-630-650-651-670-671-FLZ063-066>075-168-172>174-GMZ656-657-676-
242000-
Lake Okeechobee-Biscayne Bay-
Coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL from 20 to 60 NM
excluding the territorial waters of Bahamas-Glades-Hendry-
Inland Palm Beach-Metro Palm Beach-Coastal Collier-Inland Collier-
Inland Broward-Metro Broward-Inland Miami-Dade-Metro Miami-Dade-
Mainland Monroe-Coastal Palm Beach-Coastal Broward-Coastal Miami-
Dade-Far South Miami-Dade-
Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
349 AM EDT Wed May 24 2017

...SLIGHT RISK OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY...

This hazardous weather outlook is for South Florida.

.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT

Rip currents: There is a moderate risk of rip currents on Gulf
beaches.

Thunderstorms: Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon
and tonight. Some of the thunderstorms may become severe with
damaging winds and large hail. Isolated tornadoes can't be ruled out.
Dangerous cloud to ground lightning can be expected.

Tornadoes: A tornado cant be ruled out this afternoon and tonight,
especially over northern sections of South Florida.

Waterspouts: Waterspouts are possible on South Florida waters.

Wind: Isolated severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts in
excess of 60 mph are possible this afternoon and tonight, especially
over northern sections of South Florida. In addition, gusty southerly
winds of 20 to 30 knots will lead to hazardous marine conditions. A
Small Craft Advisory is in effect.

Hail: Isolated severe thunderstorms may produce hail to the size of
quarters this afternoon and tonight, especially over northern
sections of South Florida.

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK SOUTH FLORIDA

DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY

There is a slight risk for severe thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon 
into Thursday morning for the Gulf Coast, western interior, and Lake
Okeechobee regions. For the rest of South Florida there is a marginal
risk of severe thunderstorms late Wednesday into Thursday. Damaging 
winds, frequent lightning, and isolated large hail are the primary
threats. An isolated tornado or two cannot be ruled out. 

The rip current risk is likely to increase to high levels Wednesday
at the Gulf Coast beaches.

Hazardous boating conditions are possible across the local waters
Wednesday and Thursday.

Isolated to thunderstorms are again possible across the region, 
especially during the afternoon and evening hours, Friday through 
Sunday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

For more information...visit the National Weather Service in 
Miami website at www.weather.gov/miami.

UPDATED FORECAST FOR MIAMI AND VICINITY

Tonight May 23, 2017

Partly cloudy. Lows around 77°F. South wind 6 to 11 MPH.

Wednesday May 24

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms during the day: Highs around 93°F. Heat index around 100°F. Windy, with a south wind 8 to 22 MPH, gusting to 29 MPH. Chance of rain 40 percent.

Mostly cloudy with showers likely during the night: Lows around 77°F. Southwest wind to 17 MPH, gusting to 23 MPH. Chance of rain 60 percent.

Thursday May 25

Windy with rain showers likely during the day: Highs around 90°F. Heat index around 99°F. Windy, with a southwest wind 13 to 22 MPH, gusting to 29 MPH. Chance of rain 70 percent.

Partly cloudy with scattered thunderstorms during the night: Lows around 79°F. West wind to 10 MPH. Chance of rain 40 percent.

Friday May 26

Partly cloudy with isolated showers during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 93°F. North northeast wind to 7 MPH. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Partly cloudy with isolated showers during the night: Lows around 79°F. Light wind. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Saturday May 27

Partly Cloudy during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. East wind to 10 MPH.

Mostly Clear during the night: Lows around 79°F. East southeast wind to 7 MPH, gusting to 12 MPH.

Sunday May 28

Mostly Sunny during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. South southeast wind to 9 MPH, gusting to 14 MPH.

Mostly Clear during the night: Lows around 79°F. Southeast wind to 5 MPH, gusting to 13 MPH.

Monday May 29

Mostly Sunny during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. South wind to 9 MPH, gusting to 15 MPH.

Mostly Clear during the night: Lows around 79°F. Southeast wind 7 to 13 MPH.

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TODAY'S THUNDERSTORM OUTLOOK

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Monday, May 22, 2017

UPDATED MIAMI AND VICINITY FORECAST

Tonight May 22, 2017

Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Lows around 75°F. Southeast wind 5 to 11 MPH.

Tuesday May 23

Partly cloudy with isolated showers during the day: Highs around 90°F. Heat index around 95°F. South southeast wind 5 to 16 MPH, gusting to 21 MPH. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Partly cloudy with isolated showers during the night: Lows around 77°F. South wind 6 to 11 MPH. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Wednesday May 24

Partly cloudy with scattered showers during the day: Highs around 91°F. Heat index around 99°F. Windy, with a south wind 7 to 22 MPH, gusting to 29 MPH. Chance of rain 40 percent.

Mostly cloudy with scattered thunderstorms during the night: Lows around 79°F. Southwest wind to 11 MPH, gusting to 17 MPH. Chance of rain 60 percent. Please note that some storms could be strong to severe Wed evening and on Thursday.

Thursday May 25

Mostly cloudy with showers likely during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. South southwest wind 12 to 17 MPH, gusting to 22 MPH. Chance of rain 60 percent.

Partly cloudy with thunderstorms likely during the night: Lows around 79°F. Southwest wind to 11 MPH, gusting to 17 MPH. Chance of rain 50 percent. Some storms could be strong to severe.

Friday May 26

Partly cloudy with scattered showers during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. North wind to 7 MPH. Chance of rain 40 percent.

Partly cloudy with scattered thunderstorms during the night: Lows around 79°F. Light wind. Chance of rain 40 percent.

Saturday May 27

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. East wind to 8 MPH. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms during the night: Lows around 79°F. East southeast wind to 7 MPH. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Sunday May 28

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms during the day: Highs around 88°F. Heat index around 95°F. East wind to 9 MPH.

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms during the night: Lows around 79°F. East southeast wind 6 to 11 MPH. Chance of rain 20 percent.

HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK:

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...TUESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY

Isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms are possible Tuesday with
lightning and brief heavy rainfall being the primary threats.

Rip current risk may continue to be elevated for Atlantic beaches
through midweek. Rip current risk may increase for the Gulf Coast
beaches ahead of a cold front Wednesday.

The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted northern portions of 
South Florida in a Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms Wednesday 
into Thursday, and southern portions of South Florida in a Marginal
Risk for severe thunderstorms as a cold front approaches the region.
At the present time, damaging winds look to be the primary threat, 
although an isolated tornado or two cannot be ruled out. Interests in
South Florida should continue to monitor the forecast closely over 
the coming days.

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are again possible across the 
region, especially during the afternoon and evening hours, Friday
through Sunday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

For more information...visit the National Weather Service in 
Miami website at www.weather.gov/miami.

FORECAST MAPS AND LIVE RADAR COURTESY OF N.W.S. MIAMI FLORIDA