Central Florida Under Flood Watches as Tropical System Soaks Region, NHC Tracks Two Disturbances
Flood watches through Sunday reflect forecasts for localized multi‑inch downpours with gusty winds that could disrupt travel and park operations.
Overview
- The National Weather Service issued a flood watch through Sunday for parts of Central Florida, including Brevard and Volusia counties.
- Forecasters expect several inches of rain in bands, commonly 3–5 inches with isolated spots reaching 6–8 inches in vulnerable areas.
- Winds could gust 25–30 mph alongside high surf and possible coastal flooding on Florida’s east coast.
- The HurricanHurricane Center is monitoring a weak disturbance near the Bahamas with about a 10% chance of development this weekend.
- A separate tropical wave near Africa carries a reported 40% formation chance, with future track and impacts remaining uncertain for the Caribbean and U.S.