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Cool Mornings & Warm Afternoons This Weekend: Saturday Morning Forecast 10/12/2024
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Grant Skinner from the News 5 Storm Team reports no significant tropical impacts expected in the area over the coming days, with Tropical Storm Leslie moving away from the U.S. High-pressure will keep conditions dry and sunny throughout the weekend. A front moving in Monday and Tuesday will bring increased cloud cover but limited rain chances. Temperatures will cool into the upper 40s and low 50s later in the week, with daytime highs generally in the mid-80s before dropping to the 70s. Overall, expect a dry and pleasant week ahead, with ideal beach conditions.
It is a cool and quiet start to this morning with temperatures down into the 50’s for many spots. Today will bring sunny skies and highs back in the mid-80’s. Rip current risk will remain low throughout the weekend and into next week. Tonight, you can expect more of the same with clear skies and temperatures falling back into the mid- to upper-50’s with low-60’s at the coast. Sunday will be feeling like fall again with highs back in the mid-80’s. Later in the day Monday and into Tuesday, a front will pass through the News 5 area bringing more dry and even cooler air. Highs will fall into the 70’s by Wednesday making it feel unseasonably cool, and lows will drop into the 40’s for some spots into Thursday morning. As high pressure returns, sunny skies will persist for much of next week. In the tropics, Tropical Storm Leslie is quickly moving to the northeast in the northern Atlantic away from the US. There is one more area off the west coast of Africa with a medium chance of development, but it does not pose a threat to the US.
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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SUMMARY: In today’s News 5 segment, Shamani Baker and guest Grant Skinner discuss local news stories, including a mobile truck fire captured on video and a proposed Florida bill aimed at protecting pets during disasters. They also cover the case of a woman charged with shooting her husband and the family’s hope for closure after a missing person was found. The pair engages with viewers on their favorite video game consoles and upcoming events, including the Martin Luther King Day celebration. The weather forecast hints at potential wintry precipitation next week. Tune in for details on the news and weather updates.
A pickup truck in flames last night near a storefront in West Mobile, a bill filed to protect dogs during disasters, and a woman’s family says her body should have been found sooner.
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National law enforcement staffing shortage continues, Daphne PD seeking more officers
SUMMARY: Law enforcement agencies nationwide, including Daphne, are facing significant staffing shortages, with the Daphne Police Department currently having six openings. Chief Brian Gosby highlighted that this situation strains officers, who spend around 90% of their time responding to calls rather than proactive policing. Contributing factors include a negative national perception of police and concerns among experienced officers about legal repercussions. A 2024 survey reveals over 70% of police agencies find recruiting new officers more challenging than five years ago, and the number of qualified applicants has also diminished, with departments unwilling to compromise standards to address the shortages.
The City of Daphne, like many other communities nationwide, is dealing with a shortage of police officers.
FULL STORY: https://trib.al/U2UI2cV
SUMMARY: On News 5, hosts Bill Rials and Shiman Baker discuss weather forecasts predicting warming temperatures leading to a 70-degree Saturday, with a concern about a potential snowstorm. They also cover the latest news, including Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s reluctance to finalize a hostage deal with Hamas. The Holly Nar water system proposes a 12% rate increase, and a 70-year-old man faces child sex abuse charges. Additionally, animal cruelty charges arise against a Foley man who shot at his dogs. The day ends with mobile city leaders lighting a tree, and viewers are encouraged to share their experiences with scams.
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