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Heat Dome Brings Scorching Temperatures to Palm Beach County This Weekend

Heat Dome Brings Scorching Temperatures to Palm Beach County This Weekend

Palm Beach County is experiencing extreme heat conditions due to a heat dome blanketing Florida. The National Weather Service in Miami has issued heat advisories for South Florida, with 'feels-like' temperatures expected to range from 105°F to 110°F (40.5°C to 43.3°C) each afternoon through Sunday, August 16, 2026. High pressure systems, warm overnight temperatures, and a plume of Saharan dust are contributing to the unrelenting heat. Daily high temperatures are forecasted to be in the low to mid-90s°F (32°C to 35°C) on Friday and Saturday, with Sunday expected to be the hottest day, reaching the upper-90s°F (36°C to 37°C). Rain chances are elevated at 60% to 80% through Saturday but will decrease on Sunday due to the arrival of Saharan dust.
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Dry, Hot Weather Persists in East Texas; Strong El Niño Signals Cooler, Wetter Winter

Dry, Hot Weather Persists in East Texas; Strong El Niño Signals Cooler, Wetter Winter

East Texas continues to experience hot and mostly sunny conditions with minimal chances of rain, according to the latest forecast (source: KLTV, 2026-08-13). Elevated fire danger persists due to dry ground and breezy winds, with burn bans in effect across many counties. The U.S. Drought Monitor highlights worsening drought conditions in the region, particularly near I-20 and I-30, with moderate drought reported. Temperatures have been 3–7°F (1.7–3.9°C) above mid-summer averages, exacerbating the situation. Looking ahead, NOAA has announced a strengthening El Niño, which is expected to bring cooler and wetter conditions to East Texas during late fall, winter, and early spring. This strong El Niño is also contributing to a quieter Atlantic hurricane season so far.
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South Florida counties rank among top 20 for hurricane vulnerability

South Florida counties rank among top 20 for hurricane vulnerability

South Florida counties ranked among the top 20 most hurricane-vulnerable nationwide.
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2026 Hurricane Season: El Niño and Cristobal Signal a Quiet Start

2026 Hurricane Season: El Niño and Cristobal Signal a Quiet Start

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has started with minimal activity, largely influenced by a strong El Niño event. Tropical Storm Cristobal, the third named storm of the season, formed in the central Atlantic but dissipated within 24 hours without impacting land. Another tropical wave, with a low chance of development, is being monitored near the Lesser Antilles. El Niño conditions, characterized by elevated sea surface temperatures in the Pacific, are creating unfavorable conditions for hurricane formation in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Historically, the peak of hurricane season occurs between mid-August and mid-October, with two-thirds of U.S. hurricane activity typically happening during this period. However, the current outlook suggests a below-average season, with only 3-5 hurricanes and 1-2 major hurricanes expected (WeatherTiger, 2026).
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Florida Faces Prolonged Hazardous Heat with Heat Indices Up to 110°F

Florida Faces Prolonged Hazardous Heat with Heat Indices Up to 110°F

Florida is experiencing a prolonged period of hazardous heat due to a combination of meteorological factors, according to AccuWeather meteorologist Peyton Simmers (Tallahassee Democrat, 2026). A Bermuda High positioned farther east than usual is pumping heat and humidity into the region, while a heat dome moving eastward across the southern U.S. is intensifying conditions. As of August 12, 2026, heat advisories have been issued for 64 of Florida's 67 counties, with heat indices expected to range between 105°F and 110°F (40.5°C to 43.3°C). The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that these conditions are expected to persist throughout the week, with only limited relief from isolated thunderstorms in the afternoons. Source time: 2026-08-12 07:21 AM ET.
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Heat Advisories Issued for 64 Florida Counties Amid Dangerous Conditions

Heat Advisories Issued for 64 Florida Counties Amid Dangerous Conditions

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued heat advisories for 64 of Florida's 67 counties as of August 12, 2026. This marks the second consecutive day of widespread advisories, with heat indices expected to range between 105°F and 110°F (40.5°C to 43.3°C). The advisories exclude only three counties in the western Panhandle. The prolonged heat is attributed to a Bermuda High system and a heat dome moving eastward across the southern U.S. Cities like Orlando, Tampa, and Miami are forecast to experience mid-90s°F (mid-30s°C) temperatures, with high humidity exacerbating conditions. Rain chances remain low due to a Saharan Dust Layer, though isolated thunderstorms may provide brief relief. The NWS warns that exposure to full sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15°F (8.3°C).
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Tropical Depression Likely to Form in Atlantic Within 48 Hours

Tropical Depression Likely to Form in Atlantic Within 48 Hours

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring an area of low pressure, designated as Invest 93L, located approximately 1,050 miles northeast of Bermuda. The system exhibits an elongated circulation with showers and thunderstorms displaced to its eastern side. Gale-force winds have been observed to the south and east of the system. Forecasters have given the disturbance a 50% chance of developing into a tropical storm within the next 48 hours. However, the system is expected to encounter cooler waters by Thursday, which would likely inhibit further development. The NHC is also tracking a tropical wave off the west coast of Africa, which could develop over the coming days.
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Sarasota ranks among 10 most hurricane-vulnerable counties in U.S.

Sarasota ranks among 10 most hurricane-vulnerable counties in U.S.

Sarasota County ranks among the 10 most hurricane-vulnerable counties in the U.S., with neighboring Manatee close behind.
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Tropical Storm Cristobal Weakens in Northern Atlantic

Tropical Storm Cristobal Weakens in Northern Atlantic

Tropical Storm Cristobal, the third named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, is currently located about 1,095 miles west of the Azores. As of the 11 p.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the storm is moving east-northeast at 16 mph with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. No coastal watches or warnings are in effect. Cristobal is expected to weaken further and transition into a remnant low-pressure system by Thursday. Meanwhile, two other tropical disturbances are being monitored in the Atlantic. Invest 92-L, located in the central Atlantic, has an 80% chance of development over the next 48 hours and seven days, though cooler waters may limit its growth. Another tropical wave off the coast of Africa has a 20% chance of development in the next two days and a 40% chance over the next week.
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Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic and a Pacific system could threaten Hawaii

Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic and a Pacific system could threaten Hawaii

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Cristobal has formed in the Atlantic Ocean well west of the Azores
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Miami metro home prices dip as listings shrink nearly 17%

Miami metro home prices dip as listings shrink nearly 17%

The median price of homes has fallen slightly in the Miami metro area, according to a recent report by Realtor.com. What homes are worth now.
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Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic Ocean well away from the Azores

Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic Ocean well away from the Azores

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Cristobal has formed in the Atlantic Ocean well west of the Azores