End of 2012 Hurricane Season

Posted by Phil Ferro

Another hurricane season has come and gone as Friday marked the official end to the 2012 season and just like many others, this one was one for the record books. A season that was classified as above average by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration since it produced 19 named storms, of which 10 became hurricanes with 1 becoming a major hurricane.

A season that was filled with a little bit of everything such as storms that developed before the official start of the season to storms that made us wonder how much longer would they be around for. Here are a few odd facts of this season:

- There were 2 storms (TS Alberto & TS Beryl) that formed before the season officially began.

- By late June, the 4th storm of the season had already developed.

- Just as August of 2004, this past August tied the record for most named storms (8 in total) to form during that month.

- Nadine became the 5th longest lived Atlantic tropical/subtropical cyclone lasting a total of 21.75 days.

- No category 4 or 5 hurricanes this season. The only hurricane to achieve major hurricane status was Michael which reached a category 3.

- Finally, there was super storm Sandy which had a unique path making landfall on the eastern seaboard during late October with a central pressure of 946 mb.

However, no one told Mother Nature that the season is over. The National Hurricane Center is currently tracking a broad area of low pressure that has formed over the central Atlantic about 1300 miles ENE of the Leeward Islands. This low is moving north at 10-15 mph and has a 30% chance of further development within the next 48 hours, however, this storm is expected to continue moving over open waters.  

Wishing everyone a great weekend!

Phil Ferro

Chief Meteorologist

WSVN Channel 7

It's Official...

Posted by Brent Cameron

It shouldn't come as a surprise, (but yes) the start of the south Florida "rainy season" has begun!   According to the National Weather Service, the start date officially began on Saturday May 18, close to the median start of May 20.  Our rainy season lasts for 5-months, ending around the third week of October. 

Still On Flood Watch

Posted by Phil Ferro

Wet and Soggy Work Week

Clouds with hints of sunshine will be the routine over the next couple of days. The push of more warm, moist air will amp up the instability over South Florida tonight bringing a chance for heavy rain. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Miami-Dade and Broward Counties until 10pm. An area of low pressure sweeping to the north will keep a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms at the start of the weekend.

Flood Watch

Posted by Vivian Gonzalez

Almost 9 inches of rain have been reported in portions of South Florida in the last 12-15 hours. Street flooding of urban areas due to poor drainage and saturated soils with additional rains expected today will make streets impassible. Therefore, the National Weather Service has a flood watch in effect for coastal and metro Broward and Miami-Dade until 10pm.

Severe Weather Expected

Posted by Vivian Gonzalez

Lots of rain has been falling in Broward. Areas of Pompano Beach, Margate and Deerfield Beach have already been under an Urban Flood advisory. Additional showers and storms today will produce heavy rain leading localized street flooding, frequent lightning and gusty winds with the activity that forms. Therefore, be sure to pack the patience throughout your afternoon to early evening commute because it will be slowed down by the rain.