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Seasonable Saturday with A Few Showers, More Showers Sunday: Saturday Morning Forecast 9/14/2024

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5 days ago

September 14, 2024

www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2024-09-14 05:56:00

SUMMARY: Meteorologist Grant Skinner from the Storm Team discusses the tropics, noting Tropical Storm Gordon poses no threat to the U.S. as it meanders in the Atlantic. Another area near Georgia and the Carolinas has a medium chance of development, potentially bringing rain and gusty winds to the East Coast. There’s notable fog in the area due to humidity and calm winds, leading to a caution for drivers. Rain chances will increase from Sunday through Tuesday with a risk of isolated flash flooding in northern areas. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 80s to low 90s today, cooling slightly next week.

We start this morning with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures at around 70 degrees. The morning should be quiet, and we will gradually warm to around 90 degrees by the afternoon. Isolated showers and a couple of storms are possible during the afternoon and evening thanks to an area of low pressure to our north and west that was Francine. The majority of the showers and storms will be in the northern and central portions of Alabama. As this low moves south into Sunday, a few more storms are possible, but they will still be hit or miss. Highs will sit in the mid-80’s. Isolated storm chances continue through Tuesday as the low and an associated front slowly dive south. Once they both move offshore by the middle of the week, we will have drier conditions across the area. Highs will sit in the mid-80’s through the middle of the week before warming up next weekend. In the tropics, we continue to track Gordon and one other area. Gordon is a tropical storm and is several hundred miles east of the Windward and Leeward Islands. It will see fluctuations in strength and will eventually move north. It does not pose a threat to our area. The other area to watch is off the coast of GA and the Carolinas. It could form subtropical characteristics or become a depression before pushing inland, but regardless it will bring windy conditions to that area as well as rough surf and downpours. It also does not pose a threat.

The WKRG News 5 First Alert Storm Team covers part of southeast Mississippi, southwestern Alabama, and northwest Florida. You can also view the full Saturday morning forecast for the Gulf Coast here: https://tinyurl.com/5dp9smer
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3 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WVTM 13 News – 2024-09-19 06:06:13

SUMMARY: The discussion highlights the anticipation for an upcoming event featuring entertainment, food, and a lively crowd, reminiscent of last year’s experience. Weather temperatures are forecasted to reach near 90°F, with a warm afternoon expected. Friday will see temperatures in the low 90s, and during the high school game of the week, temperatures will be around 82°F at kickoff. Saturday’s college game will also be warm, close to 90°F. The start of fall on Sunday is noted, but temperatures will remain above average, with increasing humidity and potential spotty showers expected for the following week.

Temperatures continue to climb across Central Alabama through the weekend

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Tracking the Tropics: forecast modeling hinting at a Gulf storm next week

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10 hours ago

September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WVTM 13 News – 2024-09-18 22:27:26

SUMMARY: This Sunday, temperatures in Alabama are expected to reach around 90°F, significantly warmer than usual for this time of year. The region, which recently experienced heavy rain, is drying out quickly. Skies are mostly clear, allowing temperatures to rise into the upper 80s. A potential weather system in the Caribbean carries a 30% chance of development, with models showing varying predictions, including possible storms approaching Alabama in the coming days. In the short term, expect hot afternoons, making it a good time for outdoor activities, but don’t forget sunscreen. Cooler conditions may arrive next weekend.

Tracking the Tropics: forecast modeling hinting at a Gulf storm next week

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Federal Reserve Cutting Interest Rates | September 18, 2024 | News 19 at 10 p.m.

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10 hours ago

September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WHNT News 19 – 2024-09-18 22:20:42

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