Hazardous Weather Outlook
Issued by NWS Melbourne, FL
Issued by NWS Melbourne, FL
482 FLUS42 KMLB 070706 HWOMLB Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Melbourne FL 306 AM EDT Sun Jul 7 2024 AMZ550-552-555-570-572-575-FLZ041-044>046-053-058-141-144-154-159- 164-247-254-259-264-347-447-547-647-747-080000- Flagler Beach to Volusia-Brevard County Line 0-20 nm-Volusia- Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 0-20 nm- Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 0-20 nm-Flagler Beach to Volusia- Brevard County Line 20-60 nm-Volusia- Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 20-60 nm- Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 20-60 nm-Inland Volusia- Northern Lake-Orange-Seminole-Osceola-Okeechobee-Coastal Volusia- Southern Lake-Coastal Indian River-Coastal Saint Lucie- Coastal Martin-Inland Northern Brevard-Inland Indian River- Inland Saint Lucie-Inland Martin-Mainland Northern Brevard- Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-Inland Southern Brevard- Mainland Southern Brevard-Southern Brevard Barrier Islands- 306 AM EDT Sun Jul 7 2024 THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA. .DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT. .THUNDERSTORM IMPACT... Warm air aloft will limit isolated to scattered lightning storms across mainly the interior this afternoon and early evening, with the highest coverage focused well west of I-95. The primary storm threats continue to be gusty winds up to 45 mph, occasional to frequent lightning strikes, and locally heavy rain that could lead to minor, nuisance flooding. .EXCESSIVE HEAT IMPACT... Dangerous heat and humidity continue this afternoon and will combine to produce peak heat index values of 102 to 107 across much of east central Florida, especially west of I-95. If outdoors, plan to take frequent breaks in air conditioning or shaded areas, stay well-hydrated, and know the signs of heat stress. This level of heat can affect anyone without adequate cooling and hydration. .RIP CURRENT AND SURF IMPACT... A High Risk for numerous, strong, life-threatening rip currents is forecast, again, today for beaches along the Volusia, Brevard, and Indian River County coastline. Here, entering the water is strongly discouraged! Farther south, a Moderate risk of dangerous rip currents exists along the beaches of Saint Lucie and Martin counties, so remember to swim near a lifeguard and never enter the ocean alone. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY. Above normal temperatures and humid conditions will continue into early next week. Peak heat index values of 102 to 107 degrees will be common into early next week, but may approach 108 to 110 degrees on Monday. This stretch of heat will prolong the risk for heat-related illness. Residents and visitors planning to be outdoors are encouraged to practice heat safety by taking frequent breaks in air-conditioned or shaded spaces and staying well- hydrated. Shower and lightning storm coverage will increase areawide Monday through much of the upcoming week. Occasional to frequent lightning strikes, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall will accompany the most organized activity. At least a Moderate risk of dangerous rip currents will continue at area beaches into mid next week. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation will not be needed today and tonight. $$ Sedlock