OCALA, FL (352today.com) – With temperatures in the low 90s and lower humidity this weekend, it’ll actually feel less oppressive this weekend. On the surface, it seems like it may be a great weekend to enjoy one of Florida’s many waterways.
Before you do, make sure you know how Hurricanes Ernesto and Debby could impact your plans.
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Rip Current Risk
Hurricane Ernesto strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday night as it barreled toward Bermuda. While it will remain hundreds of miles offshore from Florida, it will have indirect impact. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) says Ernesto will generate dangerous conditions along Florida’s Atlantic Coast. NHC meteorologists say swells are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions.
River Flooding Potential
While Hurricane Debby has been gone from Florida more than a week, her impact is still being felt. The National Weather Service (NWS) says many of our rivers can expect flooding for at least another week. The NWS says St. Mary’s, Santa Fe and Satilla Rivers; as well as portions of the Suwannee are still experiencing moderate to minor flooding. In addition to high, swift water, there could still be dangerous debris floating.
Ocala Forecast
Here’s your day-by-day outlook from the NWS.
Today: Sunny, with a high near 91. Light northeast wind increasing to 5 to 9 mph in the morning.
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 69. East wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 70. Light and variable wind.
Sunday: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Sunny, with a high near 93. Light and variable wind.
Sunday Night: A 10% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 75.
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