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Yahoo
09-05-2025
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‘Weather Alert Day' in effect for Friday
The Severe Weather Center 9 team has declared a 'Weather Alert Day' for Friday, May 9. It will be in effect for the afternoon and evening hours. Meteorologist Kassandra Crimi said a 'Level 2″ classification will be in place Friday for about half of Central Florida, with the threat for scattered, strong-to-severe thunderstorms across parts of the Channel 9 viewing area. Showers and storms will develop in the afternoon hours and intensify further in the late afternoon and early evening, likely from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. The highest chance for severe storms will be along the Interstate 4 corridor and communities to the east. The greatest threats with this system will be gusty winds, hail, lightning, and heavy rainfall. As of now, Crimi said Saturday is sitting at a Level 1 for severe weather and will bring the chance for isolated severe thunderstorms. Follow our Severe Weather team on X for updates: Chief meteorologist Tom Terry Kassandra Crimi David Heckard Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Climate
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Severe storms are expected on Thursday evening
T-Storm Warning has been issued for east central Volusia County until 6:45 pm. Movement is to the southeast at 15 mph. Greatest threats will be winds over 50 mph, large hail and intense lightning. Storms will continue to impact Metro Orlando and parts of the I-95 corridor through mid-evening. Channel 9 Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry said Thursday will be a Weather Alert Day, with heavy storms. The storm could possibly be severe and is expected to develop mainly along and east of I-4 until around 8 and 9 p.m. tonight. Channel 9 is closely monitoring a few storms near downtown Orlando for the Corporate 5K event, but the weather should improve after 7 p.m. in the metro area. Additional heavy rain is forecasted for the Mother's Day weekend, particularly from Monday into early Tuesday next week. Stay tuned for live updates! Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Climate
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Strong front to increase rain and storm chances in Central Florida on Wednesday
A strong cold front will bring big changes to Central Florida on Wednesday. Our area will see a widespread chance for rain and storms as the system moves through Florida. The cold front will bring showers and a few isolated storms to the area. The best time for activity is in the afternoon and evening, with highs in the low 80s. Watch: Understanding the dangers and sensory appeal of water for children with autism The rain will exit Wednesday night, with cooler air moving in. Morning lows will be in the mid-50s. The cooler air continues to march in for Thursday. We'll see partly sunny skies with highs only in the upper 60s. Read: Spring Break concerns plague New Smyrna Beach businesses after President's Day troubles It will turn cold Thursday night, with morning lows in the low 40s. Temps in the 30s are likely northwest of Orlando. Our coldest day of the week will be Friday. See: OREO introduces two new flavors to their cookie lineup Despite plenty of sunshine, highs will only climb into the low 60s. Warmer temps return for the weekend, with our next storm system also arriving. A few showers will be possible late Saturday into Sunday, with highs both days in the low 70s. Follow our Severe Weather team on X for updates: Chief meteorologist Tom Terry Kassandra Crimi David Heckard
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Climate
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Partly cloudy and comfortable Tuesday before the next storm system arrives
Central Florida will enjoy a nice forecast on Tuesday, but changes are on the horizon. Our area will be partly cloudy and comfortable on Tuesday, with highs in the low to mid-70s. Rain chances will increase overnight as our next storm system arrives on Wednesday. Read: The delicate Japanese art of Origami comes to Leu Gardens Temperatures will stay mild throughout Wednesday, but the chances of rain and storms will increase in the afternoon and evening. We'll be warm before the rain, with highs in the upper 70s, but scattered showers and storms are expected to move through the area through the afternoon and into the evening. Read: SpaceX issues sonic boom advisory for first rocket booster landing near the Bahamas There will be a noticeable shift in our temperatures following the front. Cooler weather returns Friday morning, with temperatures in the 30s and low 40s. Follow our Severe Weather team on X for updates: Chief meteorologist Tom Terry Kassandra Crimi David Heckard
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Climate
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Sunny and cool start to the week before the next storm system arrives
Central Florida will start the work week with sunny and cooler temperatures, but a storm system will bring big changes. Cooler air moved into the region Sunday night, and dry and cool conditions are expected for Presidents' Day. We will see plenty of sunshine for the holiday, with below-average temps. Highs will be in the upper 60s with steady northeasterly winds. Read: President Trump makes pit stop at Daytona 500 Overnight tonight, expect clear skies and cool temps. Tuesday morning's lows will be in the low 50s, with the 40s likely northwest of Orlando. Warmer weather quickly returns for Tuesday afternoon. Read: Central Florida Dragon Parade rings in the year of the Snake Expect partly cloudy skies and highs back in the mid-70s. Rain chances move in for Wednesday as a strong cold front moves into the area. Scattered showers and a few storms are expected, with warm highs in the low 80s. Read: Virally famous PopUp Bagels pursues Central Florida locations Behind the front, another round of cool air is expected. Highs Thursday and Friday will be in the upper 60s with plenty of sunshine. Another storm system moves in for the weekend, with temps holding in the upper 60s. Follow our Severe Weather team on X for updates: Chief meteorologist Tom Terry Kassandra Crimi David Heckard
