Tropical Depression # 3

TROPICAL DEPRESSION FORMS NEAR THE LEEWARD ISLANDS.

THE CENTER OF TROPICAL DEPRESSION THREE WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 16.6 NORTH...LONGITUDE 59.4 WEST OR ABOUT 160 MILES EAST-SOUTHEAST OF ANTIGUA. THE DEPRESSION IS MOVING TOWARD THE WEST-NORTHWEST NEAR 16 MPH...AND THIS GENERAL HEADING WITH SOME DECREASE IN FORWARD SPEED IS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE OVER THE NEXT 24 HOURS. ON THE FORECAST TRACK...THE DEPRESSION IS EXPECTED TO MOVE OVER OR NEAR THE NORTHERN MOST LEEWARD ISLANDS TOMORROW. MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS ARE NEAR 35 MPH. LITTLE CHANGE IN STRENGTH IS FORECAST DURING THE NEXT 24 HOURS.

BREAKING NOW

Tropical Depression #3 forms in Central Atlantic. Details Soon.

Today's Storm Reports

-JACKSONVILLE HEIGHTS
TREE BLOWN DOWN ON A HOUSE ON PINE GROVE AVE IN THE RIVERSIDE AREA OF JACKSONVILLE.

-SOUTHSIDE
LARGE TREE LEANING OVER AND ALMOST TOUCHING GROUND AT KERNAN BLVD EXIT ON J T BUTLER BLVD.

-SOUTHSIDE
ON SOUTHSIDE BLVD AT CIRCUIT CITY NORTH OF THE AVENUES MALL, TREE OVER IN THE PARKING LOT.

Possible Tropical Development?

(Jacksonville, FL) SURFACE OBSERVATIONS INDICATE THAT A WEAK CIRCULATION HAS DEVELOPED IN THE TROPICAL WAVE LOCATED ABOUT 200 MILES EAST OF THE LEEWARD ISLANDS. THE ASSOCIATED SHOWER ACTIVITY REMAINS LIMITED AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ARE ONLY MARGINALLY FAVORABLE FOR ADDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

Strong Thunderstorms Moving Through Town

(Jacksonville, FL) Strong thunderstorms are currently moving through town in a west to east fashion. Wind gusts to 50 mph have been experienced in Orange Park. Winds to 50 mph, small hail, cloud-to-ground lightening, along with heavy rainfall are all possible during storms. Rainfall rates of 2+ inches a hour are possible in isolated storms. Storms should be out of the by late afternoon, leaving light to moderate rain.

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Thunderstorms Around The Area

(Jacksonville, FL) Strong thunderstorms are currently around the area. They are producing copious amounts of rain and numerous strokes of lighting. Do not expect rain to subside anytime soon; rain should continue into the late evening hours.

Tropical Cyclone Formation Alert

Tropical Update

A WEAK LOW PRESSURE AREA...IN CONJUNCTION WITH A TROPICAL WAVE...ISLOCATED ABOUT 1275 MILES EAST-SOUTHEAST OF THE SOUTHERN WINDWARD ISLANDS. SHOWER ACTIVITY HAS PERSISTED THIS EVENING IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE LOW. UPPER-LEVEL WINDS ARE MARGINALLY CONDUCIVE FOR FURTHER DEVELOPMENT...AND A TROPICAL DEPRESSION COULD FORM OVER THE NEXT DAY OR TWO AS THE SYSTEM MOVES WESTWARD AT ABOUT 20 MPH.

DEVELOPING NEWS...

Tropical Depression trying to form in Central Atlantic. Details tomorrow.

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Tropical Discussion

(Jacksonville, FL) The tropical wave & surface low moving north along the Mexico & Texas coasts the last few days is now firmly inland over Texas. No chance for tropical development now but heavy rains will continue over Texas & Louisiana.

A tropical wave near the Lesser Antilles is moving northwest with scattered heavy thunderstorms. Forecast models take this wave near or over Florida this weekend into early next week but vary substantially on track & strength.

Tropical Update

AN ELONGATED SURFACE LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM OVER SOUTH TEXAS EXTENDING FROM NEAR MCALLEN NORTHEASTWARD TO BAFFIN BAY IS PRODUCING A LARGE AREA OF SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS... ALONG WITH STRONG GUSTY WINDS IN SQUALLS... OVER PORTIONS OF THE WESTERN GULF OF MEXICO AND THE ADJACENT COASTAL AREAS. RADAR AND SURFACE OBSERVATIONS SUGGEST THAT A LOW PRESSURE CENTER MAY BE TRYING TO FORM ALONG THE TEXAS COAST NEAR BAFFIN BAY. UPPER-LEVEL WINDS ARE SOMEWHAT FAVORABLE FOR DEVELOPMENT...AND A TROPICAL DEPRESSION COULD STILL FORM IF THE LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM MOVES OR DEVELOPS FARTHER TO THE EAST OVER THE GULF OF MEXICO. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER A TROPICAL CYCLONE FORMS...THIS SYSTEM WILL LIKELY BRING LOCALLY HEAVY RAINFALL TO PORTIONS OF THE TEXAS COASTAL BEND REGION...THE UPPER TEXAS COAST...AND SOUTHERN LOUISIANA DURING THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS AS IT MOVES SLOWLY NORTHWARD.

Possible Tropical Development?

A SURFACE LOW PRESSURE AREA CENTERED OVER SOUTHERN TEXAS BETWEEN EDINBURG AND HARLINGEN IS MOVING NORTHWARD AT 5 TO 10 MPH. THIS SYSTEM IS GENERATING A LARGE AREA OF SHOWERS...THUNDERSTORMS AND STRONG GUSTY WINDS IN SQUALLS OVER PORTIONS OF THE WESTERN GULF OF MEXICO AND THE ADJACENT COASTAL AREAS. UPPER-LEVEL WINDS HAVE BECOME SOME WHAT MORE FAVORABLE FOR A TROPICAL DEPRESSION TO DEVELOP...BUT ONLY IF THE SYSTEM CENTER MOVES OR REFORMS OFFSHORE OVER THE GULF OF MEXICO. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER A TROPICAL CYCLONE FORMS...THIS SYSTEM IS LIKELY TO BRING LOCALLY HEAVY RAINFALL TO PORTIONS OF SOUTHERN TEXAS...THE TEXAS COASTAL BEND REGION...AND SOUTHERN LOUISIANA DURING THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS.

Update

A SURFACE LOW PRESSURE AREA CENTERED OVER NORTHEASTERN MEXICO ABOUT45 MILES SOUTHWEST OF BROWNSVILLE TEXAS IS MOVING NORTHWARD ABOUT 10 MPH. THIS SYSTEM IS GENERATING A LARGE AREA OF SHOWERS...THUNDERSTORMS AND STRONG GUSTY WINDS IN SQUALLS OVER PORTIONS OF THE WESTERN GULF OF MEXICO AND THE ADJACENT COASTAL AREAS. THE SYSTEM CENTER IS OVER LAND AND IS NOT CURRENTLY FORECAST TO EMERGE OVER THE WESTERN GULF OF MEXICO. THEREFORE...TROPICAL CYCLONE DEVELOPMENT IS UNLIKELY AT THIS TIME. HOWEVER...IF THE CENTER DOES EMERGE OVER THE GULF...A TROPICAL DEPRESSION COULD FORM. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER A TROPICAL CYCLONE FORMS...THIS SYSTEM ISLIKELY TO BRING LOCALLY HEAVY RAINFALL TO PORTIONS OF EXTREME NORTHEASTERN MEXICO... SOUTHERN TEXAS...AND SOUTHERN LOUISIANADURING THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS.

NHC Discussion

UPPER-LEVEL WINDS...IN COMBINATION WITH A SURFACE TROUGH VERY NEAR THE MEXICAN COAST...CONTINUE TO GENERATE SHOWERS...THUNDERSTORMS... AND GUSTY WINDS IN THE WESTERN GULF OF MEXICO. THERE HAVE BEEN NO INDICATIONS OF A SURFACE CIRCULATION IN THE AREA...AND UPPER-LEVEL WINDS ARE NOT CURRENTLY FAVORABLE FOR DEVELOPMENT. HOWEVER...AS THIS DISTURBED WEATHER MOVES GENERALLY NORTHWARD OVER THE NEXT DAY OR SO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS COULD BECOME A LITTLE MORE FAVORABLE...AND A TROPICAL DEPRESSION COULD STILL FORM IF THE SURFACE TROUGH REMAINS OVER WATER.

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Disturbed Area In The Tropics

(Jacksonville, FL) An area of "disturbed" weather persists tucked in the far Southwest Gulf of Mexico keeps on "bubbling". Conditions are gradually improving so some development is possible. However, the system is very close to the coast of Mexico so unless a center can develop and/or move more to the northeast, the system's potential could be limited. Upper level high pressure will continue to build over the area the next few days so the primary limiting factor would appear to be the proximity to land. Movement will be north or maybe a little north/northwest, so this is a problem for Mexico & possibly the Coast of Texas.

Today's Storm Reports

(Jacksonville, FL) Storms today knocked out power and brought trees down. Some 1,500 remain without power as of 9 PM. There were 2 official reports of damage.

-TREE UPROOTED IN RALLY CREEK SUBDIVISION.
(FORT CAROLINE)

-2 OR 3 TREES DOWN INCLUDING 1 ON A RESIDENCE. DAMAGE OCCURRED IN 500 BLOCK OF 12TH AVENUE SOUTH.
(JACKSONVILLE BEACH)

More rain is on the way for tomorrow. Thunderstorms though will not be as severe. Tomorrow's forecasted high is right around 90 degrees. Chance of precipitation tomorrow is around 60 percent.

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Round 2 On The Way

(Jacksonville, FL) Round one passed through the area about a half an hour ago but another round is on the way. The second round will not be anywhere as strong as the first but it will capable of putting down heavy rainfall; the majority of the remaining rain will fall south of I-10, in the southern areas. An additional half inch of rain is possible.

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Numerous Showers & Thunderstorms On The Way

(Jacksonville, FL) Numerous showers and thunderstorms are on their way. Movement is generally from the southwest to the northeast. Many locations will pickup 1+ inches of rain this afternoon. There is the possibility that a couple of thunderstorm cells will become severe this afternoon as they enter the warm humid air mass. Keep updated on severe weather 24 hours a day by signing up for the mailing list.

Forecast

(Jacksonville, FL) Storms persist over Southeast Georgia, in the vicinity of a front. Most will stay dry for the remainder of the day. Tomorrow more moisture will stream in from the south, increasing the chance of thunderstorms. Thunderstorms tomorrow could be strong and stay under severe limits. Rain is possible anytime tomorrow from early afternoon till the early morning hours. Chance of rain tomorrow is around 70%. Rain totals could approach 1 inch.

Tropical Discussion

(Jacksonville, FL) Beryl passed over Nantucket several hours ago and brought some tropical storm conditions to the region. Overall, the storm was not too big of a deal and even the rain was not too heavy in most places- the last thing a good deal of the Northeast needs is heavy rain right now. Next up for Beryl is a pass over Nova Scotia today. However, the storm is weakening and will transition in to a more spread out storm- called an extratropical storm. Then, we can say good bye to Beryl and await the "C" storm- which will be Chris.

Tropical Analysis

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Beryl Getting Stronger

Tropical storm watch issued for southeastern Massachusetts

(Jacksonville, FL) At 5:00 PM the center of Tropical Storm Beryl was located near latitude 36.3 north...longitude 73.5 west or about 135 miles northeast of Cape Hatteras North Carolina and about 390 miles south-southwest of Nantucket Massachusetts. Beryl is moving toward the north near 8 mph. This general motion is forecast to continue tonight... with a gradual turn toward the north-northeast expected on Thursday. Maximum sustained winds are near 60 mph with higher gusts. Some slight strengthening is possible during the next 12 to 24 hours. Minimum central pressure...1002 mb.

Beryl Update

(Jacksonville, FL) ...BERYL DRIFTING NORTHWARD WITH LITTLE CHANGE IN STRENGTH....

A TROPICAL STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE EASTERN COAST OF NORTH CAROLINA FROM NORTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT NORTHWARD TO SOUTH OFCURRITUCK BEACH LIGHT. THE CENTER OF TROPICAL STORM BERYL WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 34.1 NORTH...LONGITUDE 73.6 WEST OR ABOUT 130 MILES SOUTHEAST OF CAPE HATTERAS NORTH CAROLINA. BERYL IS MOVING TOWARD THE NORTH NEAR 7 MPH. MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS ARE NEAR 40 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. SOME SLIGHT STRENGTHENING IS STILL POSSIBLE DURING THE NEXT 24 HOURS.

BREAKING NOW

(Jacksonville, FL) Tropical Storm Beryl Forms.

Bottom line for the First Coast:
No direct impacts expected. The storm will draw some dry air across the area through at least Wednesday, possibly Thursday putting a lid on most of the shower/thunderstorm activity. Higher seas, surf should generally stay farther north up the coast.

Beryl continues to organize. Beryl should continue to steadily increase & it's not out of the realm of possibility that it becomes a hurricane. Shear is weak & the storm will be crossing the gulf stream the next 24-36 hours. The only limiting factor could be some dry continental air over the Eastern U.S.

Tropical Depression # 2 Forms

(Jacksonville, FL) ...TROPICAL STORM WATCH ISSUED FOR EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA...

AT 11 AM EDT THE CENTER OF TROPICAL DEPRESSION TWO WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 32.5 NORTH...LONGITUDE 73.4 WEST OR ABOUT 220MILES...355 KM...SOUTH-SOUTHEAST OF CAPE HATTERAS, NORTH CAROLINA.THE DEPRESSION IS MOVING TOWARD THE NORTH NEAR 5 MPH. A SLOW TURN TOWARD THE NORTH-NORTHWEST OR NORTHWEST IS EXPECTED TO OCCUR LATER TONIGHT OR WEDNESDAY. MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS ARE NEAR 35 MPH...55 KM/HR...WITH HIGHER GUSTS. SOME STRENGTHENING IS FORECAST DURING THE NEXT 24 HOURS ANDTHE DEPRESSION COULD BECOME A TROPICAL STORM LATER TODAY OR TONIGHT.

Watching For Tropical Development

(Jacksonville, FL) Most of the Atlantic basin remains unfavorable for development, except for a area close to home. An area of showers and thunderstorms has flared up and slowly gotten better organized, but hurdles do remain. There is plenty of dry air surrounding the system to the west which is hindering some of the thunderstorm activity. Secondly, there is an upper level low to the system's east. This upper low could increase the shear as we head into midweek.

Low Pressure Trying to Form

(Jacksonville, FL) Low pressure seems to be slowly forming off the coast of South Carolina. Any tropical development would be slow but is not entirely out of the question. The system should essentially sit in place for a couple of days then get pulled north/northeast as a trough of low pressure enters the picture. The only affects from this system, at this time, includes a higher risk of rip currents at area beaches.

Tropical Analysis

Elsewhere, tropical cyclone formation is not expected through Wednesday.

Severe Thunderstorm

(Jacksonville, FL) A severe thunderstorm is over southeast Georgia. It is producing large hail, cloud-to-ground lightening, and heavy rainfall. Some locations in the path of the storm include Hillard, Callahan, and Italia.

Possible Tropical Development?

(Jacksonville, FL) AN AREA OF SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS ..ASSOCIATED WITH A STATIONARY FRONTAL SYSTEM...EXTENDS FROM OFF THE COASTS OF SOUTH AND NORTH CAROLINA NORTHEASTWARD INTO THE ATLANTIC FOR SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES. TWO AREAS OF LOW PRESSURE ARE LOCATED ALONG THE FRONT. THE FIRSTLOW...CENTERED ABOUT 290 MILES SOUTH-SOUTHEAST OF CAPE COD MASSACHUSETTS...WILL LIKELY MOVE NORTHEASTWARD OVER COOLER SEASURFACE TEMPERATURES BEFORE TROPICAL CYCLONE DEVELOPMENT CAN OCCUR. THE SECOND LOW...CENTERED ABOUT 200 MILES SOUTH OF CAPE HATTERAS, NORTH CAROLINA...IS EXPECTED TO MOVE LITTLE DURING THE NEXT DAY OR SO. SOME SLOW DEVELOPMENT OF THE SECOND LOW IS POSSIBLE.

Thunderstorms Developing

(Jacksonville, FL) Thunderstorms are developing over extreme northern Florida and southeastern Georgia. The general motion of the storms is off to the east at about 15 mph. Southern portions of the area will likely remain dry today. Storms are possible of producing cloud-to-ground lightening, heavy rainfall, and small hail. Rainfall totals could reach over 1 inch.

Heavy Thunderstorm Over Southern Clay

(Jacksonville, FL) A heavy thunderstorm has parked itself over portions of southern Clay County. It is gradually drifting to the east and will start weakening due to the lack of moisture. The thunderstorm is producing significant rainfall totals over a short period of time; some areas have seen 3.5 inches of rainfall.

Tropical Update

(Jacksonville, FL) A weak tropical wave is moving across the Florida Peninsula and the eastern Gulf of Mexico; its generating some thunderstorm activity near Key West. Conditions are not favorable for this activity to organize into anything more significant but since it is on our doorstep, we’ll have to keep an eye on it.

Another tropical wave moving through the Caribbean continues to struggle and remains little threat to develop further. It will push WNW across Cuba and into the southeastern Gulf of Mexico by the end of the weekend. The northern end of this wave may bring us another chance of rain for Florida on Monday and Tuesday.

Finally, a new tropical wave has emerged off the coast of Africa into the eastern Atlantic. It also is not very impressive at the moment. As it moves westward across the Atlantic over the next five days, we will watch to see if somewhat more-favorable atmospheric conditions begin allowing it to develop more than its predecessors. However, most indications are that we are still at least 10 days away from thresholds that will allow significant tropical activity to begin in the Atlantic Basin.

Tropical Development Possible- In Long Term

(Jacksonville, FL) Currently there are several upper level lows in the Atlantic basin; none show signs of development. There are also several tropical waves between the Lesser Antilles & the Coast of Africa. Adverse conditions such as shear and dry air should ease some during the next 4-7 days. This will generally allow more in the way for thunderstorm development, and therefore, possible tropical.

Break In Activity

(Jacksonville, FL) Most of the area is seeing a break in the rain now but more is on the rain. This break in activity should last for the next couple of hours. This will intern allow temperatures to rise to near 90 degrees. A few of the thunderstorms could be strong because of the expected daytime heating. Keep in mid that any thunderstorm can produce heavy rainfall as well as cloud-to-ground lightning.


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Thunderstorms Develop

(Jacksonville, FL) A few thunderstorms have developed over Northeastern Florida; the more steadier rain exists to our south. Gradually showers and thunderstorms will become widespread. Remember any thunderstorm has the capability of producing cloud-to-ground lighting as well as heavy rain.

Specific areas that will see rain over the next 3 hours include St. Johns County, Putnam County, Gainesville, Flagler County, as well as portions of Jacksonville's Northside.

Tropics Pretty Quiet Overall

(Jacksonville, FL) The tropics are relatively average for this time of the year- nothing is out of the norm. Currently there is an upper level low combined with a weak tropical wave north of Puerto Rico. This system has been visible for several days now & is slowly moving northwest. Pressures are generally high over this area which does not favor development. This system should increase the tropical moisture over Florida and eventually the Carolinas by the weekend.

The tropical wave east of the Lesser Antilles continues to struggle. Shear is moderate ahead of the system- prohibiting significant development. While development is still possible, it would be slow to occur.

No Tropical Cyclone Formation Is Expected During the Next 3 Days.

Jacksonville Forecast

(Jacksonville, FL) Healthy Rain Chances Thru Friday...
Each and every of the next 4 days has a good chance of seeing rain. The areas that can expect the heavier, more widespread rains are to the south and southeast of Jacksonville. Rain totals could exceed 5 inches of rainfall in some isolated areas by Friday. Highs everyday top out around the 90 degree mark; Lows will range from the low to mid 70's.

Tropical Activity Possible?

(Jacksonville, FL) A tropical wave in the central Atlantic has held together quite well for the past several days. If it is able to keep its thunderstorms and develop a low-level circulation it at least has a chance for the next several days to develop. While conditions are be marginal now for development, they are even worse in the Caribbean- keeping any possible tropical cyclone development in-check. There are no other areas of interest at this time.

Model Plot For System Of Interest:

Weather Discussion

(Jacksonville, FL) Isolated showers remain in the area and will likely continue into the early morning hours. Rain should completely be out of the area by 11 AM tomorrow- leading to beautiful days both Saturday & Sunday. Clouds should linger until the afternoon- allowing highs to remain below the norm.

Long Term Discussion
Wet pattern ahead...
Next week, especially the latter half, appears to be wet for the area. Tropical moisture as well as an active seabreeze should provide the area with decent rainfall totals. Many forecast models show an additional 5+ inches of rainfall through next Friday.

Tropical Discussion
Conditions becoming more favorable ...
Shear, which kept significant tropical waves from developing, is generally relaxing over the Atlantic basin. With water temperatures well above 80 degrees, conditions will be conducive for tropical cyclone formation. Forecast models continue to indicate formation of a tropical cyclone near the Caribbean islands.

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Wet Roads

(Jacksonville, FL) Roadways are wet which have contributed to numerous accidents and slow-downs. Check out the link below for live traffic conditions courtesy of the Florida Highway Patrol.

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Variety of Conditions

(Jacksonville, FL) Most of the area has seen rain today. This rain and associated cloud cover has kept temperatures down; highs today will only reach the lower to mid 80's. A developing storm system is causing the variable conditions, but as we head into the weekend the developing low will slide up an unusually strong cold front. This will intern clear us out and cool us down with highs only forecasted to be in the upper 80's on Saturday and Sunday.

For the rest of the day the rain will mainly stay south of interstate 10. In isolated areas an additional inch of rain is possible; for the most part additional rainfall will total 1/4th of an inch.

Recap & Tomorrow's Forecast

(Jacksonville, FL) Light to moderate rain continues to fall around the area. Some locations have seen more than 5 inches of rain and others just a trace. Below are the doppler estimated rainfall totals as of 11 PM. For tomorrow, skies will start out on the cloudy side, which will keep high only in the upper 80's. Rain should mainly fall between 10 AM and 5 PM. The heaviest rain will be east and south of town. A few of the storms could become severe with strong winds and hail. Of coarse all thunderstorms have the capability to produce heavy rain and cloud-to- ground lightening. Sign up for severe weather alerts and be alerted before severe weather happens.

Rain Continues To Fall

(Jacksonville, FL) Rain continues to fall in and throughout the Jacksonville area. Many regions of the area have seen rain this evening, localized areas have seen 5 inches of rain. An additional half inch of rain is possible through the early morning hours. Standby for a complete report tonight at 11.

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WEATHER ALERT

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Nassau County, FL until 8:15 PM.

WEATHER ALERT

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Camden County, GA until 7:45PM.

Thunderstorm Around The Area

(Jacksonville, FL) Storms right now are pushing into town from the Westside and from the south of Jacksonville. These storms have the capability to produce breezy conditions, as well as, plenty of lightning. Check out the lightning detection network by clicking on the link below.

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Weather Update

(Jacksonville, FL) Showers and storms are starting to pop, mainly south of I-10. Most will stay below severe criteria today. Even though the storms will not be severe they can still produce cloud-to-ground lightening and heavy rainfall. Some spots rainfall may reach 1 inch. Remember to sign up for the mailing list and get severe weather alerts directly in your inbox.

High Rain Chances Through Saturday

(Jacksonville, FL) Forecast models continue to indicate some local areas picking up 2+ inches of rainfall from now to Saturday. The afternoon seabreezes will only contribute to the wet conditions. Enough instability will be around on Friday afternoon for the possibility of severe storms. Sign up now for severe weather alerts now and be notified when severe storms affect the area. Highs all three days will be in the upper 80's to 90 degrees.

Weather Discussion

(Jacksonville, FL) For the remaining of the week, high temperatures will run around average. Rain, however, will be on the increase. Rain will be on the increase due to an upper level low which will try to come on land in central or southern Florida. The greatest days of precipitation will be Friday and Saturday.

On the tropics front, all is quiet now. Into the weekend we will monitor a wave that will pass through the Caribbean. Some models have shown development of the system and then move it into the eastern Gulf of Mexico. It is to early to tell if this will happen.

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Developing Story...

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Developing Story...

(Jacksonville, FL) Shuttle lift off a "NO-go"- due to winds.

Ever Important Forecast

(Jacksonville, FL) Many will watch the spectacular events tomorrow- all dependent on the weather. We will be heading for a high temperature of 92 degrees tomorrow before the widely scattered thunderstorms move in. At this time the best chance of rain appears to be south of I-10; the chance of rain tomorrow is around 40 percent.

Another event, dependent entirely on the weather, is the launch of Space Shuttle Discovery at 2:38 PM. The launch is 50/50 at the moment. The now notorious anvil clouds will be nearby, from inland thunderstorms- how nearby is still in question right now.

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Tropical Discussion

As we enter July, there are two waves being watched, and neither of them appear to be developing. Last year we had two named systems make landfall in the U.S. in July Cindy and Dennis, that formed on the 3rd and 4th of July respectively. Dennis affected the panhandle as a Category 3 storm, while Cindy made landfall near the tip of Louisiana as a minimal Category 1 hurricane. Additionally, three other storms formed in July, including the earliest Category 5 storm on record in Emily, setting the 2005 on its record-setting pace. No such activity so far this year.

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Tomorrow's Forecast

High: 90
Low: 71
Rain: 45%

BREAKING NOW

NASA LAUNCH SCRUBBED

Developing Story...

(Jacksonville, FL) Shuttle launch currently in "NO go" status.

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Tomorrow's All Important Forecast

(Jacksonville, FL) NASA will try again and launch Space Shuttle Discovery. Tomorrow's allotted launch time is 3:23 PM. However just like today, tomorrow weather can once again become the spoiler. Tomorrow's chance of a successful launch is 35 percent, less than today's 40 percent chance.

Rain will be on the increase throughout the night and into the day tomorrow. More updates throughout the day tommorrow right here on JWB.

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BREAKING NOW

(Jacksonville, FL) SHUTTLE LAUNCH SCRUBBED

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DEVELOPING NEWS...

(Jacksonville, FL) Conditions right now are, at the Cape, are "NO go for launch."

Developing Story...

(Jacksonville, FL) Showers and thunderstorms are starting to pop around the Cape Canaveral area. The thunderstorms in overall size are small but it would only take one to delay the shuttle for more than 10 minutes, its allotted launch time window.


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