Hurricane Milton in South Florida will bring impacts and threat

Hurricane Milton Update

Risks and Preparations

Hurricane Milton has prompted tropical storm warnings for South Florida, and while it will make landfall near Tampa, it is expected to bring significant impacts to our region in the coming days.

Weather Warnings

• Rain: A flood watch is in effect until Thursday morning. Rainfall totals are expected to be 2-4 inches, with locally higher totals if pockets of the storm pass over the same area.
• Tornadoes: There is an isolated threat for spin-ups on Tuesday, especially at night, as the outer bands begin to arrive. The threat is slightly higher on Wednesday night into Thursday morning for quick, weak tornadoes.
• Surge: The Florida Keys could experience 1-3 feet of water inundation, but there is no major risk for surge for Broward or Miami-Dade.
• Wind: We could experience gusty wind starting overnight and into Wednesday morning, with gusts of 35-45 mph and stronger within the rain bands.

Future Forecast

Tuesday

• Showers and thunderstorms. High near 87. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Wednesday

• A chance of showers and tropical storms. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 104. Windy, with a south wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35+ mph.

Thursday

• A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Windy, with a southwest wind around 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.

Friday

• A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Conclusion

Hurricane Milton is expected to bring significant impacts to South Florida, including heavy rain, isolated tornadoes, and gusty wind. It is essential to stay prepared and informed about the latest forecast. Make sure to follow all instructions from local authorities and take necessary precautions to ensure your safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the expected threat to the region?
  A: Heavy rain, isolated tornadoes, and gusty wind.
• Q: What is the risk of surge for Miami-Dade and Broward counties?
  A: Low, with no major risk of surge.
• Q: What is the expected impact of Hurricane Milton on the Florida Keys?
  A: The Florida Keys could experience 1-3 feet of water inundation.
• Q: What is the expected weather like in the coming days?
  A: Rain, isolated tornadoes, and gusty wind, with increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms.