Severe storms are moving across Florida’s Panhandle and North Florida this morning, a week after three tornadoes hit the area.
Two people were confirmed killed in the May 10 tornadoes: a 47-year-old woman and a 17-year-old girl.
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On Friday, May 17, a wind gust of 70 mph was recorded early this morning at a weather station at Cape San Blas, along with another gust of 70 mph at Apalachicola shortly before 6:30 a.m.
The National Weather Service Tallahassee warned that Apalachicola and neighboring coastal counties could see winds of 50 to 75 mph if a storm moves through the area before 7 a.m.
Some areas are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 7 a.m
To help you stay informed, bookmark this story for the latest weather advisories (including watches and warnings) from the National Weather Service Tallahassee.
Radar shows you the latest conditions when it comes to approaching or nearby storms.
The rain map allows you to plan not only for today, but also for up to two days in advance based on the latest weather forecasts.
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View the latest watches and warnings in effect for Tallahassee, Florida; Leon County, Tallahassee
Weather watches and warnings are issued by the National Weather Service. The map updates automatically as conditions change.
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Radar for Leon County, including Tallahassee, Panama City, Florida
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Weekend weather forecast for Tallahassee, Florida
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Friday: 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 5 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a high near 86. Light and variable wind becoming south-southeast at 6 to 15 mph in the morning. New rainfall amounts will be between four and a quarter inches, except higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms.
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Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms possible, then rain and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. High near 86. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts will be between four and a quarter inches, except higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms.
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Sunday: There is a 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. West wind around 5 mph.
This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Tallahassee weather radar, thunderstorm warning issued, high winds
