Major Storms Rolling Through Walt Disney World This Afternoon. We normally do not give weather updates. We leave that to the professionals at Accuweather or the Weather Channel, which is where you should go to keep an eye on the storms rolling through Disney World today.
These storms have caused massive damage in Panama Beach, Florida. On Tuesday morning, there were multiple reports of possible tornadoes in the Florida Panhandle, including significant damage near Panama City Beach. A wind gust of 106 mph was clocked by a weather state in Blue Mountain Beach, possibly from a tornado.
Heavy thunderstorms and gusty winds will hit our area sometime around 4:00 PM this afternoon. There is a slight chance for hail to be associated with the storm. Be prepared for localized flooding. Like in Tomorrowland, and by Cheshire Cafe in the Magic Kingdom.
From the NOAA:
Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm. Some storms could be severe, with damaging winds. High near 79. Windy, with a south-southwest wind of 25 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 10pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am. Some storms could be severe, with damaging winds. Low around 51. Windy, with a west wind of 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
We suggest you always have a weather app on your phone, and be vigilant. Personally, we follow https://www.instagram.com/mikes_weather_page/. Along with a lightning strike app. Weather Underground is a decent app.
Safety is the first priority. Make sure you stay safe. Disney World has many shelter-in-place zones, along knowing the timing is important. The storm is moving fast and will only last for about an hour, with chilly temps behind it. Carry an umbrella, and have those ponchos at the ready.
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