Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect for Southwest Florida with Potential for Damaging Winds and Hail

Takeaways:

• Southwest Florida is anticipating stormy weather due to a storm system north of the area, with storms expected to move southward by the afternoon.

• A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for parts of Southwest Florida, including DeSoto and Sarasota counties, until 5 p.m., with the possibility of additional warnings being issued.

• The main timeframe for rain and storms is during the afternoon and evening, with concerns over the storms weakening as they approach the area.

• The primary weather threats are damaging winds and hail, particularly in Charlotte and Desoto County.

• High heat and humidity are also significant concerns, with heat index values nearing 100 degrees, and the storm front is expected to stall over Southwest Florida on Thursday, potentially bringing more rain and storms in the morning.

References:

[1] Tracking the potential for storms Wednesday in Southwest Florida. Link

[2] Scattered storms in SWFL Thursday. Link

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