Major Hurricane Helene continues to move northward across the eastern Gulf of Mexico. Peak tropical storm force conditions across east central Florida will continue tonight. Have multiple ways to receive any Tornado Warnings!
Deteriorating conditions across east central Florida today from Hurricane Helene as it moves across the Gulf. Very windy and gusty conditions with increasing squalls through today. Local impacts for today will be wind gusts up to 50-60 mph, a few to several tornadoes, generally 1-3 inches of rainfall, and hazardous surf and dangerous marine conditions. A Tropical Storm warning remains in effect for all of east central Florida. A high surf advisory and high risk of rip currents are in effect for today. A Tornado Watch is now in effect for all of east central Florida through this evening.