Special Weather Statement, NWS Miami, FL

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Miami FL
328 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...Tropical Storm Elsa to Impact Portions of South Florida..
...Flood Watch in Effect for Collier County...

.SHORT TERM (Today Through Wednesday)...

Tropical Storm Elsa continues to be the primary focus for today
across South Florida. The convergent, cyclonic nature of the storm
will allow for semi-organized rainbands and squalls to develop along
and ahead of the periphery of the storm. The westerly wind shear
impinging on the system is allowing for dense cloud cover and
embedded deep convective towers to become realized within the
eastern portion of the system.

Here is a summary of anticipated impacts in association with
Tropical Storm Elsa:

*Flooding - Deep tropospheric moisture and associated narrow CAPE
 profiles will support efficient tropical warm rainfall processes,
 allowing for intense rainfall rates. Localized and isolated flash
 flooding may be possible for portions of the east coast metro,
 primarily if repeated bouts of rainbands/squalls propagate over
 the same location. The greatest risk for flash flooding will be
 over coastal/metro portions of southwest Florida due to the
 proximity to the storm's inner core and hence a Flood Watch is
 in effect for Collier County. Current Weather Prediction Center
 forecast guidance yields rainfall totals of 2-3 in through early
 Wednesday for coastal/metro portions of southwest Florida.
 Locally higher amounts may be possible.

*Storm Surge - Around 2 feet above ground level will be possible
 for portions of coastal Mainland Monroe and Collier Counties.
 Minor coastal flooding may be possible over coastal portions of
 Miami- Dade County.

*Wind - Sustained tropical storm force winds are expected over the
Gulf waters and possible over coastal portions of southwest Florida.
Strong to damaging wind gusts are also possible across all of South
Florida in association with rainbands/squalls emanating from the
storm's inner core.

*Tornadoes - The enhanced low-level wind shear will allow for
lengthened hodographs and associated increases in effective storm
relative helicities. This may support rotating updrafts, capable of
producing tornadoes over land and tornadic waterspouts over the
local waters. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a slight risk
for severe weather over most of South Florida, with the exception of
far southeast Florida where a marginal risk is in effect.

The brunt of impacts is anticipated primarily over southwest
Florida, as Elsa drifts north/northwest into the eastern Gulf of
Mexico. These aforementioned impacts will ensue early this morning
and likely linger through early Wednesday morning. For eastern metro
portions of South Florida, impacts will be generally limited to
localized/urban flooding, while a few severe wind gusts/tornadoes
may be possible as well.

Tropical Storm Elsa is forecast to continues it's northward track,
and should clear the area by mid-morning Wednesday. Southerly low-
level winds in the wake of Elsa should allow for sea-breeze
development with a gradual inland propagation, allowing convection
to become focused primarily over the interior. Impacts will be
limited to locally gusty winds and perhaps localized flooding should
storms develop over recently soaked regions.

.LONG TERM (Wednesday Night through Monday)...

As Elsa moves through Georgia and South Carolina Wednesday night
through Thursday deep-layer ridging will build back in across the
western Atlantic, south Florida and the eastern Gulf. The ridge
position places south Florida under an easterly flow regime which
favors morning convection along the east coast moving inland, with
more robust convection later in the day along the southwest coast.
Highs will generally be in the low 90s, with heat indices nearing
100 degrees each day.

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.AVIATION(06Z TAFS)...

Several bands of convection associated with Elsa continue to
develop and are moving into southern Florida overnight. While not
expecting continued convection at the terminals tonight, have
opted to include the mention of VCTS to account for the continued
threat. In addition to the threat of convection, some scattered
MVFR ceilings will also be possible. More widespread rainfall,
especially for KAPF is expected tomorrow as the center of Elsa
passes to the west of southern Florida.

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.MARINE...

Conditions are deteriorating across the South Florida waters as
outer rainbands and squalls move into the local waters in
associated with Tropical Storm Elsa. Conditions will become
especially dangerous over the Gulf waters due to rough seas and
swell associated with the storm's inner core.

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.BEACHES...

Minor beach erosion, coastal flooding, and rip currents
will be possible for the Gulf coast in association with Tropical
Storm Elsa. The strong onshore component of winds along the east
coast will also present a high risk for rip currents for all
Atlantic beaches.

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.HYDROLOGY... Tropical Storm Elsa will bring periods of heavy
rainfall to the region through early Wednesday. Storm total amounts
of 2 to 3 inches are expected along coastal portions of southwest
Florida, while 1 to 2 inches are expected elsewhere. Locally higher
accumulations may be possible. The greatest heavy rainfall potential
will be over the Gulf coast region now through early Wednesday and
hence, a Flood Watch is in effect for Collier County.

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.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Miami            87  79  90  79 /  70  30  40  20
West Kendall     87  79  91  77 /  70  30  40  20
Opa-Locka        87  79  90  77 /  70  30  50  20
Homestead        86  78  89  77 /  70  30  40  20
Fort Lauderdale  87  79  89  78 /  70  30  40  20
N Ft Lauderdale  86  79  89  78 /  70  30  50  20
Pembroke Pines   85  77  89  76 /  70  30  50  20
West Palm Beach  87  78  90  76 /  60  40  50  30
Boca Raton       87  79  90  78 /  60  30  50  20
Naples           85  77  89  77 /  90  70  60  20

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.MFL WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
FL...Flood Watch through this evening for FLZ069-070.

     Tropical Storm Warning for FLZ069-075.

     Coastal Flood Advisory from 2 PM this afternoon to 2 PM EDT
     Wednesday for FLZ069-075.

     High Rip Current Risk from 8 AM EDT this morning through late
     tonight for FLZ168.

     High Rip Current Risk through Wednesday evening for FLZ172-173.

AM...Small Craft Advisory until 2 PM EDT this afternoon for AMZ630-
     651-671.

GM...Tropical Storm Warning for GMZ656-657-676.

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Today through Wednesday and Marine/Beaches/Hydrology...Bhatti
Wednesday Night through Monday...Harrigan

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Hazardous Weather Outlook for South Florida
National Weather Service Miami FL
515 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

AMZ610-630-650-651-670-671-FLZ063-066>075-168-172>174-GMZ656-657-676-
062115-
Lake Okeechobee-Biscayne Bay-
Coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL from 20 to 60 NM
excluding the territorial waters of Bahamas-Glades-Hendry-
Inland Palm Beach-Metro Palm Beach-Coastal Collier-Inland Collier-
Inland Broward-Metro Broward-Inland Miami-Dade-Metro Miami-Dade-
Mainland Monroe-Coastal Palm Beach-Coastal Broward-Coastal Miami-
Dade-Far South Miami-Dade-
Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
515 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...Tropical Storm Elsa To Impact South Florida Today...

This hazardous weather outlook is for South Florida.

.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT

Tropical Storm Elsa will bring hazardous weather conditions across
South Florida today. Strong wind gusts, heavy rainfall, coastal
flooding, and a few tornadoes are possible.

Hazardous marine and beach conditions are expected with a high risk
for rip currents across all South Florida beaches.

Please reference the Hurricane Local Statement from NWS Miami for
additional detailed information.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY

While Tropical Storm Elsa is forecast to depart the region by early
morning Wednesday, hazardous marine and beach conditions may linger.
A high risk for rip currents will remain for the east coast as well.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not anticipated, however, individual spotters
are encouraged to report high wind and flooding to the National
Weather Service forecast office in Miami.

For more information...visit the National Weather Service in
Miami website at www.weather.gov/miami.

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
115 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

FLZ072-074-172-173-060600-
Coastal Broward County FL-Metro Broward County FL-
Metropolitan Miami Dade FL-Coastal Miami Dade County FL-
115 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHERN MIAMI-DADE AND SOUTHERN
BROWARD COUNTIES UNTIL 200 AM EDT...

* At 115 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm over Miami Beach, moving northwest
  at 35 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with this
  storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  Miami, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Miramar, Miami Beach, Surfside,
  Hallandale, Miami Gardens, Virginia Key, North Miami, North Miami
  Beach, Aventura, Dania Beach, Sunny Isles Beach, Opa-Locka, West
  Park, Miami Shores, North Bay Village, El Portal and Westview.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

These winds can down small tree limbs and branches, and blow around
unsecured small objects. Seek shelter in a safe building until the
storm passes.

This activity was also developing in an environment favorable for the
formation of funnel clouds. Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio and
local media for additional updates and possible warnings.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

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LAT...LON 2591 8002 2590 8004 2582 8004 2570 8007
      2568 8014 2598 8031 2605 8009
TIME...MOT...LOC 0515Z 153DEG 31KT 2583 8010

CWC

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
233 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

FLZ072>074-173-060715-
Metro Broward County FL-Metropolitan Miami Dade FL-Inland Miami-
Dade County FL-Coastal Miami Dade County FL-
233 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHERN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY UNTIL
315 AM EDT...

* At 233 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm over Key Biscayne, moving northwest
  at 30 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with this
  storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  Miami, Hialeah, Miramar, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Key Biscayne,
  South Miami, Miami Gardens, Virginia Key, Kendall, North Miami,
  Doral, North Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, Hialeah Gardens, Pinecrest,
  Opa-Locka, West Park, Miami Springs and Sweetwater.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

This activity was also developing in an environment favorable for the
formation of funnel clouds. Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio and
local media for additional updates and possible warnings.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

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LAT...LON 2564 8008 2555 8022 2591 8047 2600 8020
      2569 8007
TIME...MOT...LOC 0633Z 147DEG 28KT 2570 8020

CWC

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
351 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

FLZ063-066-067-060830-
Hendry FL-Inland Palm Beach County FL-Glades FL-
351 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHEASTERN HENDRY...WEST
CENTRAL PALM BEACH AND SOUTH CENTRAL GLADES COUNTIES UNTIL 430 AM
EDT...

* At 351 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles north of Rotenberger
  Wildlife Refuge, or 11 miles south of Lake Harbor, moving northwest
  at 25 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with this
  storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  Clewiston, Labelle, Moore Haven, Montura, Lake Harbor, Port La
  Belle, Devils Garden, Ortona, Harlem and Lake Hicpochee.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

This activity was also developing in an environment favorable for the
formation of funnel clouds. Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio and
local media for additional updates and possible warnings.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

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LAT...LON 2650 8069 2640 8089 2677 8145 2694 8117
      2673 8082
TIME...MOT...LOC 0751Z 144DEG 25KT 2653 8086

CWC

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
444 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

FLZ063-066-067-060930-
Hendry FL-Inland Palm Beach County FL-Glades FL-
444 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHEASTERN HENDRY...WEST
CENTRAL PALM BEACH AND SOUTHEASTERN GLADES COUNTIES UNTIL 530 AM
EDT...

* At 444 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm over Clewiston, moving northwest at
  20 mph.

* Wind gusts up to 50 mph and funnel clouds possible with this storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  Clewiston, Moore Haven, Lakeport, Lake Harbor, Harlem and Lake
  Hicpochee.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Funnel clouds occasionally touch down and produce tornadoes or
waterspouts. Move indoors and stay away from windows.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

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LAT...LON 2696 8096 2695 8100 2689 8100 2688 8091
      2668 8076 2660 8094 2692 8128 2705 8102
TIME...MOT...LOC 0844Z 143DEG 17KT 2675 8096

CWC

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
532 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

FLZ063-061015-
Glades FL-
532 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR EASTERN GLADES COUNTY UNTIL 615
AM EDT...

* At 532 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles southeast of Lakeport,
  moving northwest at 25 mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with this
  storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  Moore Haven, Lakeport, Brighton Seminole Reservation and Indian
  Prairie Canal Mouth.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

These winds can down small tree limbs and branches, and blow around
unsecured small objects. Seek shelter in a safe building until the
storm passes.

This activity was also developing in an environment favorable for the
formation of funnel clouds. Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio and
local media for additional updates and possible warnings.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

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LAT...LON 2699 8090 2695 8100 2689 8100 2688 8094
      2682 8109 2703 8129 2703 8127 2712 8127
      2712 8117 2721 8117 2721 8101
TIME...MOT...LOC 0932Z 150DEG 23KT 2693 8103

CWC

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
537 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

FLZ067-061015-
Inland Palm Beach County FL-
537 AM EDT Tue Jul 6 2021

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR NORTHWESTERN PALM BEACH COUNTY
UNTIL 615 AM EDT...

* At 537 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists were
  tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles southeast of Belle Glade
  Camp, or 8 miles southeast of Belle Glade, moving northwest at 15
  mph.

* Winds in excess of 45 mph and funnel clouds possible with this
  storm.

* Locations impacted include...
  Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay, Canal Point, Lake Harbor,
  Okeelanta, Belle Glade Camp and Fremd Village-Padgett Island.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

These winds can down small tree limbs and branches, and blow around
unsecured small objects. Seek shelter in a safe building until the
storm passes.

This activity was also developing in an environment favorable for the
formation of funnel clouds. Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio and
local media for additional updates and possible warnings.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. You can also share your report with NWS Miami on Facebook and
Twitter.

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LAT...LON 2660 8044 2648 8059 2669 8083 2688 8062
TIME...MOT...LOC 0937Z 141DEG 12KT 2660 8057

CWC