The WPBF 25 First Warning Weather team designated Sunday and Monday to have Impact Weather.
WPBF 25 First Warning Meteorologist Nikki Sheaks said the region will experience excessive rainfall.
WEATHER ALERTS
A Flash Flood Warning was issued for Okeechobee County including the city of Okeechobee Treasure Island, Taylor Creek, Four Seasons Estates, Okeechobee Airport, Whispering Pines and Basswood Estates until 4:15 p.m.The National Weather Service in Melbourne notes that law enforcement officials have reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the flood warned area. Between three to six inches of rain have fallen and additional rain is possible. Flash flooding is already occurring.Law enforcement reports portions of SR 70 and US 441 in and around the City of Okeechobee are impassable. Motorists should avoid these roads. Water was also entering structures.The NWS advises motorists to turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads as most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive in flooded roads.A Flash Flood Watch was issued for Okeechobee County until Monday, November 2, at 3 p.m.
A Flood Watch was issued through Monday as rainfall totals will near three to five inches and there is a chance of rain accumulations close to five to seven inches in some areas.
On Sunday morning, there will be a chance of scattered rain across 50% of the area with the chances of rain increasing to 60% on Sunday afternoon.
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It will be breezy with sustained winds around 15 to 20 mph. High temperatures will be in the low 80s.
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MONDAY
There will be a 60% chance of scattered rain for the area along with breezy conditions.
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