Although parts of Central and South Florida received above-average rainfall in January, South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) meteorologists are reporting that the region remains in a rainfall deficit for the 2010-2011 dry season. “January’s rainfall was welcome and helpful, but in reality, it did not make up for a deficit accumulated through the last [...]
The National Weather Service forecasts low temperatures, including wind chill, in the high 30s to mid-40s for Sunday, December 12, through Tuesday morning, December 14, for Broward County. As a result of this forecast, Broward County has declared a cold weather emergency for Sunday night, from 6:30 p.m. ending at 7 a.m. Monday morning; and Monday night, from [...]
Earth is entering the debris stream of comet Swift-Tuttle and this is causing the annual Perseid meteor shower. According to the International Meteor Organization, observers are now counting as many as 25 meteors per hour during the dark hours before dawn.
The Atlantic Basin remains on track for an active hurricane season, according to the scheduled seasonal outlook update issued today by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service. With the season’s peak just around the corner – late August through October – the need for preparedness plans is essential.
We’ll have to see what South Florida wakes up to Friday morning, but the tropical storm warning has been extended to Deerfield Beach. Bonnie hasn’t strengthened much this evening, and the convection isn’t deep in the storm. Forecasters predict minimal strenghtneing of Bonnie before she comes ashore sometime on Frday. The National Hurricane Center said [...]
The NHC has revised its position on the tropical disturbance currently making its way across the Turks and Cacos Islands. The NHC now shows 100% chance of tropical cyclone develpoment after satellite and wind data indicate that the wave has now formed a closed circulation with increasing orginization. Upgrade to tropical depression or tropical storm [...]
Alerts are being issued for a potential tropical storm that could potentially go anywhere from as far south as the tip of Cuba to the center of Florida. Currently the wave, described as “vigorous” by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), is producing a large number of storms and conditions are such that there is [...]
So it begins… An “active to extremely active” hurricane season is expected for the Atlantic Basin this year according to the seasonal outlook issued today by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center – a division of the National Weather Service. As with every hurricane season, this outlook underscores the importance of having a hurricane preparedness plan in [...]
The Broward County Emergency Management Division will host a training class for SKYWARN Storm Spotters on Saturday, May 22, at the Broward County Emergency Operations Center, 201 N.W. 84th Avenue in Plantation. The class is intended for those interested in becoming a Storm Spotter or those who are spotters and want to sharpen their skills.
If you are presently registered for a special medical needs shelter that you plan on locating to in an emergency, such as a hurricane, it is important that you reregister for this service prior to the 2010 hurricane season, which begins June 1. Re-registration is not normally required, but is necessary this year because there [...]
From NOAA.gov A significant weather advisory is in effect for strong wind gusts between 45 and 55 mph for Broward County… The leading edge of a large area of thunderstorms is dropping southeast into northern Broward County. This line of storms has had a history of strong winds over Hendry and Palm Beach counties. There [...]
Every year in late April Earth passes through the dusty tail of Comet Thatcher (C/1861 G1), and the encounter causes a meteor shower–the Lyrids. This year the shower peaks on Thursday morning, April 22nd.
Neighborhoods across Oakland Park are assessing damage as they clean up for a nasty spring storm that swept through the city early Monday morning as residents prepared to go to work. Trees downed across the city as reports of possible tornadoes came into the Broward Sheriff’s Office. One homeowner near 36 St. in Oakland Park [...]
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) reported today that the Central and Southern Flood Control System performed well in handling the storm’s heavy rainfall. Some localized flooding remains as a result of significant precipitation and the District will continue to monitor conditions and respond accordingly.
Congressman Ron Klein (FL-22), a longtime advocate for next generation hurricane tracking technology, today celebrated the inclusion of $1 billion to upgrade hurricane forecasting technology, including satellite and radar systems, in the President’s budget as submitted to Congress. “We are thrilled to see that the Administration has heard our call, and the call of Floridians, [...]
The National Weather Service forecasts low temperatures, including wind chill, in the mid- to low-40s for Wednesday night, February 10, to Thursday morning, February 11, for Broward County. As a result of this forecast, Broward County has declared a cold weather emergency for
Strong thunderstorm moving across northeast Miami-Dade and southeast Broward counties… At 833 PM EST… National Weather Service Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm near Miami Lakes… moving northeast at 30 mph. This storm will affect… Saint Thomas University… Miramar Parkway and University drive… North Perry Airport… Pembroke Park… Hollywood sunrise stadium… And surrounding communities. The [...]
Last January, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) entered 2009 during the driest six-month period in South Florida’s history. The month of May set a rainfall record followed by a near-record dry October. The new year begins with caution as the height of the dry season looms once again.
With the cold wave expected to last throughout the week in South Florida, Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue in conjunction with the State Fire Marshal’s Office once again reminds residents to stay safe when it comes to keeping warm. In 2006, heating equipment was involved in an estimated 64,100 reported home structure fires, 540 deaths, 1,400 [...]
Doors will open today, Monday, January 4 at 5:00 pm. The Salvation Army of Broward County, 1445 West Broward Blvd. will open their doors to homeless people who need a place to stay during the cold weather. Food and hot beverages will be served. Donations of new or used blankets in good condition are needed. [...]
Due to flooding caused by the storm system that moved through the City of Hollywood last week, the State of Florida deployed Damage Assessment Teams (DAT) yesterday to the City of Hollywood and other affected areas in Broward County to survey damage to homeowners.
With the cold snap moving in on South Florida, Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue in conjunction with the State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds residents to play it safe when it comes to keeping warm. In 2006, heating equipment was involved in an estimated 64,100 reported home structure fires, 540 deaths, 1,400 injuries and almost one billion [...]
Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue crews have evacuated approximately one dozen families from the Bamboo Mobile Home Park at the 2400 block of Charles Rd. in Pembroke Park using Jon Boats. Most of the evacuees were transported
The City of Hallandale Beach is currently experiencing severe weather and flooding conditions. Hallandale Beach Fire Rescue is in the process of accessing the situation. As a result of the current condition sand bags are being provided
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN MIAMI HAS ISSUED A * TORNADO WARNING FOR… CENTRAL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY IN SOUTHEAST FLORIDA… THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF…HOMESTEAD MIAMI SPEEDWAY… HOMESTEAD… * UNTIL 130 PM EST * AT 1259 PM EST…NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM CAPABLE OF PRODUCING A TORNADO NEAR FLORIDA CITY…MOVING NORTHEAST AT [...]
