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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
335 AM EDT Sat Jul 6 2024

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164-247-254-259-264-347-447-547-647-747-070000-
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-
335 AM EDT Sat Jul 6 2024

THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA.

.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT.

.THUNDERSTORM IMPACT...
Drier air will push in from the east today limiting isolated to
scattered lightning storms across mainly the interior this
afternoon and early evening, with the highest coverage focused
north and west of I-4. The primary storm threats from storms will
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 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...SUNDAY THROUGH FRIDAY.
Above normal temperatures and humid conditions will continue
Sunday into early next week. Peak heat index values of 102 to 107
degrees will be common into early next week. 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.

Scattered lightning storms are forecast west of I-95 on Sunday,
while a lower risk for showers and storms exists, again, along
the coast. Shower and 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
into early next week.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed today and tonight.

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