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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Florida isn't in the path, but could the Pacific's first system signal a busy hurricane season?
The first tropical system of the Eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed — and while it won't impact Florida, forecasters say it's a sign of what's to come. Tropical Depression One-E, which developed shortly after the Eastern Pacific season began on May 15, is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Alvin and make landfall in Mexico early next week, according to FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner. Why you should care According to Garner, this indicates that the general region, including the Caribbean, is finally warm enough to support a tropical system. Some models suggest (as they often do this time of year) that the Central American Gyre (a semi-permanent low pressure that can form over Central America) may spin off some energy that could become a tropical system in the western Caribbean in mid-June. What we know The Climate Prediction Center has forecast the highlighted region below as one to watch in mid-June for tropical development. It's too soon to say not only whether it will happen, but also what it could become or where it might lead – as models are all over the place, typical for early-season potential. The Central American Gyre is a semi-permanent low pressure system that sits over Central America this time of year and can "spin off" little bits of energy that can grow into tropical systems. That's what the scenario here would be. These are notoriously difficult to forecast because, 8 times out of 10, the models forecasting cyclogenesis are just – wrong. But, the table is set with warm water, low wind shear and favorable atmospheric conditions. MORE | Tracking The Tropics: FOX 35 2025 Hurricane Season Preview The season runs from June 1 to November 30, 2025. However, it is possible for a rare system to develop outside those timeframes. The "peak" of the Atlantic hurricane season is typically Sept. 10, though tropica activity increases between mid-August through mid-October. According to the National Hurricane Center, the first named tropical storm of a season typically happens in mid-to-late June. The first hurricane typically happens in early-to-mid August, while the first major hurricane (Cat. 3 or stronger) happens in late August or early September. RELATED | NOAA 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting that the 2025 season will be more active than average. However, it is predicted to be less busy than in 2024. NOAA's hurricane forecast: 13-19 named storms 6-10 hurricanes 3-5 major hurricanes (Cat. 3 or higher) 14 named storms 9 hurricanes 4 major hurricanes Here are the tropical cyclone names for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Click here to view the pronunciation guide. Andrea Barry Chantal Dexter Erin Fernand Gabrielle Humberto Imelda Jerry Karen Lorenzo Melissa Nestor Olga Pablo Rebekah Sebastien Tanya Van Wendy STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on May 29, 2025.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Florida heat wave: How hot will it get and when will relief arrive?
The Brief A strong ridge of high pressure will build into the Central Florida region, bringing intense heat to the area starting this weekend. Temperatures are expected to soar into the mid-90s without a shift in the pattern until roughly the middle to late portion of next week. ORLANDO, Fla. - The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring a significant early-season heat wave in Florida that could impact the region as early as this weekend. What we know Temperatures will soar into the mid to upper 90s starting Friday and continuing through the weekend and much of next week. The backstory A trough in the eastern U.S. is currently producing storms across Georgia, the Smoky Mountains, and the Appalachians, but it will soon move out, making way for a strong ridge of high pressure to build in from the Mexican Plateau, cross the Gulf Coast, and move into Florida. The strong ridge will then build into our region, helping to crank up temperatures in a big way. Timeline Hot and dry weather will be taking shape for the next several days, without a shift in the pattern until roughly the middle to late portion of next week. "We're going to have a trough dipping down for the north, and that will be a driving force for pattern change going from dry and arguably pretty intense heat for the next seven to 10 days, to a pattern featuring storms and probably a few severe storms at that," Meteorologist Brooks Garner said. "It's not the rainy season, though, yet, that's for sure, and even this will be a frontal system." Garner added the rainy season typically begins by May 25, but this year, it appears the Central Florida region will have to wait a little as we get into June. Local perspective Welcome to Rockville — the region's largest rock festival kicks off this Thursday and is shaping up to be one of the hottest ever, with temperatures in Daytona Beach expected to reach the mid-90s this weekend. What you can do To stay safe during extreme heat, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends drinking plenty of water – even if you're not thirsty – limiting outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day, and wearing lightweight, light-colored clothing. Health officials also emphasize the importance of never leaving children or pets in parked cars, as temperatures inside can rise dangerously fast. Dig deeper More helpful information can be found on the CDC's website by clicking here. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on May 14, 2025. Additional details about how to stay safe during extreme heat was provided by the CDC's website.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Florida severe weather threat: Timeline, forecast, live weather maps
The Brief Sunday is a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day due to the potential for severe weather, strong thunderstorms and tornadoes. Timeline: The latest forecasts show that the severe weather will arrive in the afternoon and evening hours on Sunday for Central Florida. Main weather threats: Damaging winds, the risk of a few tornadoes and hail. Stay alert: Download the FOX Local app for the latest weather forecast and severe weather alerts. ORLANDO, Fla. - There is the potential for severe weather across the southeastern parts of the United States over the next several days, including Louisiana, Alabama, Tennessee and Georgia. On Sunday, that severe weather threat will extend into both north and Central Florida. FOX 35 has declared Sunday, March 16, a Storm Alert Day due to the potential for strong or severe thunderstorms, torrential rain and gusty winds. Here's what to know about the Sunday forecast, severe weather threat and timeline. What To Expect Hotter conditions are expected in Central Florida ahead of the cold front moving in. The heat and mugginess will allow the storm energy to build on Sunday afternoon. The unstable air, as well as the dynamics in the atmosphere, will make for a severe weather threat from Sunday afternoon into the evening. This is why the FOX 35 Storm Team has made it a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day. A tornado or two, as well as gusty wind and large hail, are possible with the storms that ignite. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop early in the day on Sunday and continue to work to the southeast through the afternoon. Storms arrive in our FOX 51 locales by early afternoon and into the Orlando Metro by late afternoon. The cold front pushes east of Central Florida by the overnight, with much cooler conditions on tap to start next week. Timeline The timeline for the severe weather threat will be late Sunday afternoon and evening, potentially lingering into the early parts of Monday morning. Gainesville: Early afternoon Orlando: Late afternoon Kissimmee: Evening Currently, the storms are expected to not impact the Monday morning rush hour. However, the forecast will firm this up in the next few day or two. Why you should care In Central Florida, the main weather threats from strong or severe storms would be damaging winds, the risk of a few tornadoes, flash flooding and hail. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner said as the system moves into Central Florida, the tornado threat will move with it. The graphics below show a general timeline of when the biggest tornado threat will reach each region in the state. "Winds will veer with altitude, from southerly at the ground level to westerly at jet stream level, producing a rotation in the column of air from ground to 30,000 feet," Garner said. "This means any thunderstorms entering the region of orange could spin. This means a few tornadoes are possible." Garner noted that these would likely not be the large tornadoes often seen in the middle of the country. However, any tornado can be damaging and threaten life, property and homes. Dig deeper Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of air that typically extend from a thunderstorm to the ground. They can form anywhere, anytime and can reach wind speeds of up to 200 mph, enough to damage houses and buildings, flip cars and turn everyday debris into deadly missiles. Tornado watch: A tornado watch is issued when severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are POSSIBLE in and near the watch area. This does not mean that a tornado will occur. It just means it's possible, per the National Weather Service. Tornado warning: A tornado warning is issued when a tornado is IMMINENT. If a tornado warning is issued, seek safe shelter immediately. What you can do If a tornado warning is issued, seek shelter right away. Find the most-interior room in your house or building, such as a closet, bathroom or another room. Stay away from windows and doors. If you are outside, get inside right away. Stay informed: Watch FOX 35 on TV or in the FOX Local app (available on cell phones and streaming apps) for the latest weather forecast, weather alerts and severe weather alerts. Visit for the latest weather forecast and to view live radar. Turn on notifications: Keep emergency notifications and FOX 35 alerts on and active. Track live when storms move across your area using the FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar below. You can also watch as heavy rain moves across Central Florida on our Live Weather Cameras' page here. Brevard County Flagler County Lake County Marion County Osceola County Orange County Polk County Seminole County Sumter County Volusia County U.S./National Radar STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX 35 News app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe storm, tornado threat possible in Central Florida on Sunday
The Brief FOX 35 has declared Sunday a Storm Alert Day for Central Florida, with severe weather and tornado threats in the forecast. According to current projections, this threat will clear after midnight on Sunday, however, timing may change as we get closer to the day. ORLANDO, Fla. - FOX 35 has declared Sunday a Storm Alert Day for Central Florida, with severe weather and tornado threats in the forecast. What to expect According to Meteorologist Brooks Garner and current forecast models, winds will veer with altitude, from southerly at ground level to westerly at jet stream level, producing a rotation in the column of air from ground to 30,000 feet. RELATED | Orlando Weather Cameras - Live Video Feeds In Florida That means any thunderstorms entering the region highlighted in orange in the graphics below, could rotate, which means a few tornadoes are possible. Garner explains in greater detail in the video at the top of this page. Timeline for Sunday, March 16 It's important to note that these will not be blockbuster Midwest-style twisters, but they can be strong enough to be life and property threatening. This tornado threat comes just days after an EF2 tornado touched down in Seminole County during Monday's severe weather, causing significant damage in Longwood, before striking our FOX 35 Orlando Studios in Lake Mary near Interstate 4. The National Weather Service said that tornado had peak winds of 115 mph, which is comparable to the wind gusts of a Category 2 or 3 hurricane. Based on current projections, this next threat will end after midnight on Sunday, making way for a sunny Monday. The timing may shift more as we get closer to Sunday, so stay weather-aware. A tornado watch is issued when severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are POSSIBLE in and near the watch area. This does not mean that a tornado will occur. It just means it's possible, per National Weather Service. A tornado warning is issued when a tornado is IMMINENT. If a tornado warning is issued, seek safe shelter immediately. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on March 13, 2025.
Washington Post
12-03-2025
- Climate
- Washington Post
Tornado hits news station during live broadcast
Climate Tornado hits news station during live broadcast March 12, 2025 | 3:06 PM GMT Meteorologist Brooks Garner and the Fox 35 news team continued their live storm coverage as a tornado hit the station in Orlando on March 10.
