Millions in the Southeast brace for days of severe weather as Gulf system looms
Prediction markets at Kalshi expect a 99% chance of rain in Miami, with thunderstorms expected Wednesday evening.
Future Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast landfall this weekend
Future Hurricane Isaias is forecast to make landfall along the U.S. Gulf Coast as a dangerous hurricane this weekend. FOX Weather Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross breaks down the storm’s forecast track, when impacts will begin and what to expect as Isaias strengthens over the Gulf.
FLORIDA – Millions of people in the Southeast U.S. are bracing for days of severe weather as future Hurricane Isaias brews in the Gulf, with some precipitation impacts beginning Wednesday.
As thousands of residents in the Southeast begin storm preparations, wet weather begins Wednesda, with popular locations such as Miami having a chance of showers and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.
FLORIDA’S WET PATTERN COULD BRING MORE RAIN TO MIAMI THIS MONTH
This comes as the Sunshine State is locked into an extended period of wet weather, thanks to a slow-moving stationary front.
The FOX Forecast Center predicts 1 to 3 inches of rain as slow-moving showers and thunderstorms scatter across portions of Florida, fueling a flood threat for days to come as the wet weather isn't showing signs of slowing down.
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With the increasing storm threat, prediction markets at Kalshi break down the chances of rain on Wednesday.
Experts at Kalshi expect a 99% chance of rain in Miami, with thunderstorms expected in the evening.
FUTURE HURRICANE ISAIAS TRACKER: STORM PATH, FORECAST CONE, SPAGHETTI MODELS, WIND AND FLOOD THREAT
Localized rain totals of 6 inches are also possible in some areas for Wednesday.