
Central Virginia braces for Monday storms as schools close
Schools across Central Virginia began closing ahead of Monday’s severe weather, as ABC13 issued a Weather Alert Day amid forecasts of strong storms and the possibility of tornado warnings.
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Schools across Central Virginia began closing ahead of Monday’s severe weather, as ABC13 issued a Weather Alert Day amid forecasts of strong storms and the possibility of tornado warnings.

A confirmed tornado caused damage in St. Johns County subdivisions, with video footage captured in the Trailmark subdivision. Reports of damage also came from the Samara Lakes subdivision, with one minor injury reported by St. Johns County Fire Rescue.

A Weather Alert Day has been declared for West Michigan as severe storms, including tornado and thunderstorm warnings, move across the region. The storms are expected to bring damaging winds, large hail, and a potential tornado, with temperatures dropping rapidly and gusty winds picking up on Wednesday. Residents are advised to stay alert and prepared for the changing weather conditions.

A powerful storm moving over the southern Great Lakes will bring wet, heavy snow to West Michigan, potentially causing challenging driving conditions and highway headaches for morning commuters. Winter Weather Advisories have been issued, with up to three inches of quick accumulations expected, particularly north of I-96. As warmer air moves in, temperatures will rise, changing the precipitation from snow to rain south of I-96, while north of the Interstate, wet snow and higher accumulations are expected. Strong winds with gusts up to 40 miles per hour are also anticipated.

A developing Gulf storm is expected to bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and a potential for flooding and severe weather to Central Florida. News 6 has declared both Saturday and Sunday as Weather Alert Days. The severe weather threat will depend on the exact track of the storm, with higher risk if it tracks through the Panhandle. Wind gusts of 40-50 mph and widespread rainfall of 2-4 inches are expected. The storm is not tropical in nature but may have similar impacts to a low-end tropical storm.

Central Florida is experiencing record-high temperatures, with an excessive heat warning in effect until 7 p.m. Temperatures are expected to feel like 115 degrees or higher. Several locations, including Orlando and Sanford, reached 99 degrees, breaking previous records. Daytona Beach reached 98 degrees, surpassing its 96-degree record. It is advised to stay hydrated and take breaks if spending time outdoors. Rain chances are low, with a 30% chance on Wednesday and Thursday, and temperatures will remain in the mid- to upper 90s through next week.