Severe wind gusts, reaching up to 98 mph, have caused widespread damage in California, particularly in the Santa Lucia Mountains, Monterey County, and the Central Coast. The strong winds have led to downed trees, power outages, and hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for potential tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in certain areas. In Florida, a tornado watch has been issued for the southern half of the state, with the potential for severe weather and tornado activity. The situation remains dynamic, with ongoing advisories and alerts urging caution and preparedness for power outages and strong winds.
Stormy, gusty weather ahead for South Florida; tornadoes possible near coast https://t.co/ewNjH9SH08
Wanna see a tornado start? Parts of the southeast had to deal with severe storms on Sunday, but the threat returns this afternoon. Stay weather-aware in south Florida! #FLwx https://t.co/2MygUwKRMC
Some of the stronger wind gusts for today. That gust of 92 mph to the east of the Cajon Pass was at 6:10 PM. #cawx https://t.co/dpw8J3Rv6E
WIND ALERTS have been extended through 8AM. While winds in general are slowly dying down, the showers & storms moving through are capable of occasional strong gusts. #CAwx https://t.co/7t2xvtsIx6
Peak wind gusts (NOT current) since midnight. This map only displays the gusts at or above 55mph — look at all of them! Several in high elevations over 90mph. Quite a storm… #CAwx https://t.co/mVluTC9gqR
Winds continue to east this evening, but shower activity is starting to pick back up. Expect rounds of showers into the overnight with brief downpours and a wind gust or two. #CAwx https://t.co/WC03NtRYUC
Still getting rocked in the mountains tonight, but we're seeing some wind improvement in many areas. There are some higher gusts on the bay now with a line of showers moving through. We'll have more rain moving in tonight, but winds will gradually ease. #CAwx https://t.co/SIto6Gfc6F
MARINE WARNINGS -- a line of storm cells will have gusty winds and possible waterspouts as they come ashore between Santa Cruz and Manresa over the next half hour. (along with heavy rain) Stay indoors and away from windows if you live right along the coast. #CAwx https://t.co/cZK0bfm8t4
The next line of showers is moving into the Monterey Bay area tonight. Gusty winds and brief downpours possible. Should be in Santa Cruz by 5:15PM, the Monterey Peninsula by 5:40PM #CAwx https://t.co/lJcqHl69tf
Santa Cruz Mountains checking in with the wildest winds of the day ... these gusts happened around 3:30PM #CAwx https://t.co/HDZgPAUnKh
Strong wind gusts will continue for the next several hours as the system moves through. Recent damaging gusts have been found along convective lines--another is headed toward Monterey Bay and should be in Santa Cruz around 4:30PM #CAwx https://t.co/rKmU8IV2rM
Max gusts to 98 mph per @SJSUmeteorology site at Mt. Umunhum and other sites above 90 mph gusts in the North Bay. #CAwx 2/4/2024 @NWSBayArea @nbcbayarea https://t.co/272LNqhhRG
60mph+ gusts in San Francisco right now. In our hills gusts are approaching 100mph! Winds remain dangerously high through 7pm this evening before slowly weakening into Monday. https://t.co/QKN9m8kRqo
3PM Max Wind Gusts since Midnight Update with wind gusts of 50-65 MPH observed! Please be sure to stay alert and ready for potential power outages. #CAwx https://t.co/I0EmCHx7nF
Triple point over the North Bay 🌬️⛈️ and strong gusts Bay Area wide will continue into the evening. High wind warning continues to 10pm #CAwx 2/4/2024 https://t.co/NIt8KINKDw https://t.co/oxfROMPw06
Storm cells are moving in on a surface boundary at this hour. Brief strong wind gusts and a slight chance of waterspouts will be possible as they move ashore on the Santa Cruz Coast over the next 20 minutes. #CAwx https://t.co/DjWtdGhZ1M
UPDATE: An area of storms continues across Central Florida and is moving quickly to the northeast. The severe risk will remain in place with winds, hail, and an isolated tornado all possible. Activity should reach coast by 7 pm. https://t.co/NtVlu99Ty3 https://t.co/DmNmY9XlMC
Winds are becoming more southwesterly & easing a bit. With the shift, some areas that haven't seen much wind may begin to see stronger gusts for the next several hours. Rainfall will be much more scattered for the rest of the day. Brief downpours still possible. #CAw https://t.co/DPspVFRLnw
Hurricane force winds earlier today in Grapevine, CA. High wind advisories remain in effect until late this evening. #CAwx https://t.co/lZP5JacNAG
94 mph wind gust reported along I-5 near Grapevine, CA. No surprise there are also reports of semi-trucks flipped in the area #cawx https://t.co/p2freEvZus
Impressive wind gusts so far this morning. We're not out of the woods yet - strong winds will continue through the early evening today. #CAwx https://t.co/OTaFaRLDOq
Here's the current summary of peak wind gusts over the last 24 hours: https://t.co/gdTWUpRfuF And some of those observations in map form. #CAwx https://t.co/zgAGFgJ80N
Here's an updated graphic of the expected peak wind gusts across #SoCal. So far, gusts in excess of 70-75 MPH have been reported across San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Downed trees and power lines will be possible with the rain and such strong winds. #CAwx https://t.co/Et0lcCSkcI
Very dangerous winds are expected today. Here's a look at what to expect for the rest of the day - widespread gusts of 45 to 60 mph with gusts up to 70-80 mph near Big Sur and portions of the Santa Cruz Mtns & Santa Clara Hills. Winds begin to diminish this evening. #CAwx https://t.co/F9wQwESxVs
🌪️ A Tornado Watch is up in South Florida, with isolated tornado activity possible through noon. Damaging winds are likely too. Meteorologist @MatthewCappucci has an update. #flwx https://t.co/RQ4icWe7k6
Wind is picking up, but the strongest gusts will hit the Bay Area this afternoon and evening. With the usual caveat that forecast model data is never perfect, this projection is concerning — widespread 50+mph gusts would cause extensive tree damage and power outages. #CAwx https://t.co/bg436gUBSG
Strong, gusty southeast winds will impact interior NorCal through tonight. Secure any loose outdoor objects, and prepare for possible power outages! Here is a look at potential timing of strongest wind gusts. Forecast: https://t.co/7FMe5twj20 #CAwx https://t.co/GqvMPcfJ4t
Strong line of storms now moving into the west coast of Florida. This line will move across South Florida over the next few hours with severe weather possible. https://t.co/ggTDLWlRK0
Tornado Watch issued for Miami as South Florida faces threat of severe weather on Sunday #FLwx https://t.co/PTp9bI5w7s
A tornado watch has been issued for the southern half of Florida until 2 PM ET. As a strong low-pressure system moves onshore this morning, there's the potential for all kinds of severe weather. Stay weather aware throughout the day! https://t.co/rdl7iLtaFj
Isolated severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and early evening. The best chance is for the South Bay and Central Coast. Locally damaging wind gusts and a tornado are possible. Make sure you have a way to receive possible warnings today! #cawx https://t.co/StQdHqiM1k
Here's the peak gusts reported so far (since Sat evening) across our part of #SoCal: https://t.co/te8O8tBoYr The attached graphic shows peak gusts since midnight. #CAwx https://t.co/lVqsWZpOlR
Strong to damaging wind gusts are expected today *especially* for the Central Coast and in the hills. Please use *extreme* caution and prepare for potential power outages. #cawx https://t.co/0tzPigQHgc
Gusty and potentially damaging wind gusts are expected across much of the region today and tonight. Gusts up to between 70 and 95 mph are possible across the mountains. With recent rainfall, downed trees will be a hazard. #CAwx #LAwind https://t.co/BsgBxRTlRo
Good evening all. We are increasingly concerned about wind tomorrow, *especially* for the Central Coast within the higher terrain and along the coastline. Downed trees and powerlines are likely so please stay safe! #cawx https://t.co/xlJjnMHhnR
DAMAGING wind gusts of 75+ mph are likely for the Santa Lucia Mountains of Monterey County on Sunday. Expect ***Widespread*** tree and power line damage. Exercise extreme caution tomorrow and stay safe! #cawx https://t.co/z5F5R7agis